Urologic Oncology Fellowship
The U-M Medical School Department of Urology's Urologic Oncology Fellowship is a three-year program consisting of one-year of clinical training and two-years of research. The fellowship is designed to train individuals for independent academic careers in urologic oncology. Our mission is to train individuals to reduce urologic malignancy burden through clinical practice innovation, research, education, and advocacy.
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Program Overview
- Urologic Oncology Fellowship accredited by the Society of Urologic Oncology (SUO)
- Designed for training individuals for independent academic careers in Urologic Oncology
- One year of clinical training
- Two years of research, customized to applicant's needs
- Two research tracks available: Translational Science track and Health Services Research track
How to Apply
Program Requirements
- US citizen or permanent green card holder
- Commitment to an academic research career in urology
- Provide evidence of excellence in academic scholarship
- Completion of an accredited urology residency program
Application Information
Application acceptance is from November 1 – February 28. All applicants are required to submit an SUO fellowship application package which includes:
- CV
- One-page personal statement outlining the career goals of the applicant
- Three letters of support
- Candidates that receive a favorable review will be invited for an interview, at which time official copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts may be required.
Clinical Training
Clinical training will include direct work and learning with the Department of Urology's Urologic Oncology team, recognized as one of the premier programs nationally.
The fellowship provides trainees expertise in urologic surgery, radiation oncology, medical oncology.
Research Experience
Active Programs in the Health Services Research Track:
- Understanding health policies with advanced quantitative methods
- Implementation and dissemination research
- Mixed and qualitative methods
- Quality improvement
Active Programs in the Translational Science Track:
- Prostate cancer genetics, gene discovery, and metastasis
- Biomarker discovery and therapeutic development
- Prostate and bladder cell biology
- Faculty mentor-supervised research project
- Required core curriculum focused on:
- Designing, implementing, analyzing, and reporting on an approved research project
- Receiving formal instruction in fundamental research methods
- Gaining instruction in cancer biology (translational science track) or health services research (health services track)
- Tracks and mentors chosen before starting the program in consultation with Program Director or co-Program Director
- Early selection of research path and mentor aids in project development and program integration
- Completion of a U-M course on responsible and ethical conduct of human research is required
- Additional credentialing required for specific research activities (e.g., animal research, hazardous substances)
Salary & Benefits
The University of Michigan offers highly competitive salaries and tremendous benefits to our residents/fellows. An overview of salary, benefits and employment eligibility is available on the University of Michigan Medical School website.
Current Fellows
Current fellows in urology train across a wide range of urologic specialties, including endourology, urologic oncology, pediatric urology and more.
SUO Fellowship Experiences
Learn more about the Society of Urologic Oncology Fellowship experiences.
Leaders in Urology
The culture of mentorship that trainees experience at U-M extends beyond graduation, leading to research awards that are funded during fellowship, career development awards, and high impact publications (NEJM, JAMA-Surgery, Medical Care).
Explore where our graduates have gone on to continue their careers and shape the future of urology.
Recent Graduates
- Kassem Faraj, MD (IHA Urology - Ann Arbor)
- Rishi Sekar, MD (University of California San Francisco)
- Avinash Maganty, MD (Massachusetts General Hospital)
- Allison May, MD (University of Virginia)
- Brittney Cotta, MD (MD Anderson)
- Udit Singhal, MD (University of Michigan)
- Kristian Stensland, MD (University of Michigan)
Program Leadership
Jeffrey S Montgomery, MD, MHSA, FACS
Urology Vice Chair for Clinical Affairs
Urologic Oncology (SUO) Fellowship Director
Medical School
Todd M Morgan, MD
Professor of Urology and Urologic Oncology Division Chief
Medical School
Alice Semerjian, MD, FACS
Medical School
Julia Rubel
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