Allergy & Immunology Fellowship

The Design

The structure of the program consists of two clinical years with dedicated time for clinical electives. Interested fellows could pursue an optional third year to focus on a research project of their choice. All fellows in our program, are expected to present at a national meeting and to publish results from their research activities throughout the duration of fellowship.

We offer a comprehensive educational curriculum to prepare our fellows for any desired career path. Our program includes weekly case conferences, journal clubs, didactic lectures, invited speakers, grand rounds, and a board review series. We also provide interdisciplinary learning opportunities through subspecialty rotations and multidisciplinary conferences. We provide mentorship for career development and academic research, with research opportunities available within and outside the department based on the fellow’s interests.

Our fellowship is intended to provide a thorough training experience comprising both clinical and research activities. Ultimately, many fellows develop individualized, more focused areas of clinical or research interest in which they can hone a specific skill set and become productive clinicians and scientific investigators. Graduates from our program should be prepared for careers ranging from private practice to academic medicine and industry.

The Schedule 

Year One: Foundation in Clinical Practice and Research
The initial year emphasizes hands-on clinical training and foundational exposure to allergy and immunology in both adults and children. Trainees participate in multiple weekly clinic sessions, gaining experience across various patient populations. They are also responsible for inpatient consults at the University of Utah hospital and Primary Children’s Hospital. Alongside clinical work, fellows begin a mentored research project of their choice.

Year Two: Elective Specialization and Research Expansion
In the second year, fellows continue with core clinical duties while having the opportunity to pursue elective rotations aligned with their professional interests. Elective options may include fields such as dermatology, otolaryngology, drug hypersensitivity, pulmonology, or rheumatology. Research efforts initiated in the first year are further developed, with the goal of producing publishable work and presenting findings at national scientific meetings.

Optional Third Year: Advanced Scholarly Training
For fellows seeking a career in academia or research, an additional, non-accredited third year could be a possibility. This year centers on in-depth scientific inquiry and scholarship, with scheduling flexibility to support intensive research involvement. Faculty advisors can provide guidance in securing extramural funding through institutional awards, foundations, or federal grants, positioning fellows for independent academic success.