Overview
Program Description
Institutions and Rotations
Program Faculty
Program Fellows
The Application Process
Special Announcement
We are now accepting applications for the 2011-2012 program year. If you are interested in applying for the 2011-2012 program year please contact David Aronson at 212-746-3539 or via email at dba2004@med.cornell.edu. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Barrie Raik, MD - Director
Arun Rao, MD - Assistant Director
David Aronson - Fellowship Coordinator
The Fellowship Program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME). There are a total of 4 fellows each year, two first and two second years.
(www.acgme.org)
The Application Process:
The Division of Geriatric Medicine at Weill Medical College of Cornell University-New York Presbyterian hospital participates in the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS). Please submit your credentials to ERAS for consideration.
Contact David Aronson if you have questions about the application process.
Application Requirements
Geriatrics Fellowship application requirements include:
- Photograph
- Personal statement
- 3 letters of recommendation
- Curriculum Vitae
- Application Form
The selection committee reviews complete applications on a regular basis. The committee will notify you by phone, email or postal mail if we wish to schedule an interview with you. The selection committee begins its interview process well in advance of the start of each program year and continues until both positions are filled. It therefore recommends that candidates apply early.
Selection of Fellows
The committee selects fellows on the basis of their preparedness, ability, aptitude, credentials, communications skills and personal qualities such as motivation and integrity. It does not have a minimum USMLE or other minimum score requirements.
Housing
Fellows are not required to live in Hospital housing. Information on housing will be provided to accepted fellows during the appointment process.
Fellows may also apply for garage space. Housing and garage facilities for fellows and their families are within walking distance of the hospital.
Salaries and Benefits
Salaries and fringe benefits are based on the cost of living in New York City and are competitive with those of other institutions.
Licensure/Immigration Requirements
All fellows must maintain appropriate immigration status at all times. Non-U.S. citizens should contact the Education Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates for application of O and Green Card sponsorship. Please note that we cannot sponsor fellows for H1-B visas.
*Non-U.S. citizens ONLY may work with a Limited Permit to practice medicine in New York State. Information and an application for a Limited Permit can be found at the New York State Education Department Web Site. (http://www.nysed.gov/)
Contact Information
For more information about the Geriatrics Fellowship Program at Weill Medical College of Cornell University, please contact:
David Aronson
Fellowship Coordinator
Division of Geriatrics and Gerontology
Weill Medical College of Cornell University
525 East 68th Street, Box 39
New York, NY 10065
E-mail: dba2004@med.cornell.edu
Phone: 212-746-3539
Fax: 212-746-4888
Barrie Raik, M.D.
Director, Geriatrics Fellowship Program
Division of Geriatrics and Gerontology
Weill Medical College of Cornell University
525 East 68th Street, Box 39
New York, NY 10065
E-mail: bar2008@med.cornell.edu
Arun S. Rao, M.D.
Assistant Director, Geriatrics Fellowship Program
Division of Geriatrics and Gerontology
Weill Medical College of Cornell University
525 East 68th Street, Box 39
New York, NY 10065
E-mail: arr2003@med.cornell.edu
