The Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship Training Program accepts applications only through the "Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).
Applications are accepted starting Nov. 15 and must be complete by Feb. 20. Applications must include a completed application form, three letters of recommendation, a Dean's letter, official medical school transcript, and personal statement. We will begin interviews March 1 and interview no later than May 7.
2012 Cardiovascular Disease fellows, faculty and staff
The Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship Program at the University of New Mexico involves three years of clinical cardiology training in an active academic medical center and its affiliated Veterans Administration Hospital. Currently, there are four fellowship positions annually.
Board eligibility requires a minimum of three years of training. Core clinical cardiology training is based on the program requirements of the ACGME and the guidelines published by the American College of Cardiology (COCATS II). Basic training in cardiovascular medicine required for ABIM certification, and corresponding to Level 1 training per the COCATS document, includes:
This level of training prepares an individual to perform at the level of a consultant in cardiovascular disease. Additional training is required for individuals desiring to independently perform and interpret studies, such as diagnostic cath, echocardiography, and nuclear imaging, corresponding to Level 2 COCATS training.
Associate Professor of Medicine
Program Director
Phone: (505) 272-6020
Email: Masheldon@salud.unm.edu
Fellowship Program Coordinator
Phone: (505) 272-4253
Fax: (505) 272-4356
dgalbiso@salud.unm.edu
