For Clinicians
Special Training Pathways
Residents with extensive research experience, including MD-PhDs, who are heading for careers as physician-scientists may be interested in pursuing one of the American Board of Pediatrics Special Training Pathways. We are committed to working individually with qualified residents to adapt the residency curriculum to meet specific needs. The program director and a mentor committee work with each resident to develop training experiences that meet specific goals. Interested applicants should contact us prior to the interview so that we can arrange an individual meeting.
| Special Training Pathways |
Special Alternative Pathway (SAP) |
Integrated Research Pathway (IRP) |
Accelerated Research Pathway (ARP) |
| General Pediatric Training | 2 years | 3 years | 2 years |
| Research During Residency | No | Up to 11 months | No |
| Fellowship Duration | 3 years | 2–3 years | 4 years |
| Eligibility | In-Training Exam score as a PL-2 | MD–PhD | Commitment to academic career as physician-scientist with a strong research interest; requires early admission to specific fellowship |
