Hematology / Oncology Fellowship
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The Division of Hematology / Oncology of the Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center offers the breadth and depth of experience you will need to prepare for a successful clinical and scientific career in pediatric hematology / oncology. The comprehensive clinical center, world-class faculty and high-tech research programs provide an excellent setting for this specialized training. The Hematology/Oncology Fellowship Training Program is an ACGME accredited program with a curriculum incorporates an intensive three year program that provides clinical and research training leading to eligibility for subspecialty certification by the American Board of Pediatrics.
Cincinnati Children's is a leader in clinical, translational, and basic science research. Over 300 faculty members have secured more than $100 million in NIH funding, with a total extramural funding of $120 million and an annual research budget of $225 million. Cincinnati Children's ranks second among the children's Hospitals in terms of NIH funding. Total pediatric research space is approximately 1,000,000 square feet, the latest phase of which opened in 2007. The University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, literally across the street, is an additional source for professional collaboration and interaction.
Fellowship Training Program Overview
The Hematology Oncology Fellowship Training Program is strengthened by the unique Divisional organization: The Division of Hematology-Oncology provides fellows comprehensive clinical training and opportunities for basic, translational and clinical research in all areas of hematology-oncology. The Division of Experimental Hematology and Cancer Biology provides the fellows with training in basic and translational research in hematology-oncology. The two divisions are intertwined with some faculty in Hematology / Oncology with joint appointments in Division of Experimental Hematology and Cancer Biology and vice versa. Together, they provide a unique opportunity to train fellows in basic, translational and clinical research, epitomizing the concept of 'bench to bedside' research.
