Pulmonary Critical Care
The University of Tennessee Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine fellowship program is one of the best clinical programs in the country. We have graduated over 100 fellows in the past few decades, who have gone on to private & academic practices throughout the country.
Our three hospitals expose us to diverse pathology that enables well-rounded and robust training in Critical care and superb training in Pulmonary medicine both the usual as well as less common pulmonary problems including interstitial lung diseases, pulmonary arterial hypertension etc.
Our services are fellow driven, providing the autonomy with adequate supervision, promoting organizational and leadership qualities from the beginning. Our rotations are busy, providing hands-on patient care experience to the fellows in training enabling them to be full-fledged pulmonologists and intensivists by the end of their three year training.
One of the primary missions of our fellowship program is to carry fellows through a rigorous training system that excites them about the science and practice of our profession and prepares them for the future of their educational dreams.
It is indeed a noble act to take care of patients in the critical care unit, saving people's lives, providing the comfort and care not only for the patients but also for the families who at times suffer more than the patients. When it comes to the pulmonary side of things, nothing is better than getting people to breathe better. We take care of patients with a variety of conditions including Asthma, COPD, Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension, Sarcoidosis and other interstitial lung diseases etc.
Our job as faculty is to prepare you for a career in pulmonary and critical care medicine, whether it be private practice or an academic career. This is the era of exploding knowledge base no matter what you are trying to learn, and pulmonary and critical care medicine is no exception.
Anonymous Fellows Comment FormApplicants
Applications received after our deadline of July 17, 2024, will not be considered for an interview.
Positions are offered through the National Residency Matching Program (NRMP). All applications must be submitted through ERAS.
A complete application consists of:
- Current Photograph (required)
- Personal Statement
- Medical School Transcript
- MSPE
- USMLE or COMLEX Scores (passing scores are required for steps 1, 2 and 3)
- Three Letters of Recommendation (including the medicine chair)
All ERAS applications are reviewed and invitations to interview will be extended to those selected via e-mail.
Interview Dates
Interviews are scheduled in late August and September.
All interviews will be virtual this year, via Zoom. Applicants will interview with several faculty members and current Fellows.
International Medical Graduate Requirements
For International Medical Graduates we require:
- You must have a valid ECFMG certificate.
- We offer a J1 Visa only. Please do not submit an application to our program if you require an (H) visa.
- Graduation from ACGME accredited Internal Medicine Residency within the last 5 years.