Clinical Biochemical Genetics Fellowship

The Nicklaus Children’s Hospital, Clinical Biochemical Genetics (CBG) fellowship program is a 2 years training program leading to potential certification in Clinical Biochemical Genetics after successful completion. The program consists of two years’ exposure to biochemical genetics laboratory testing for metabolic disorders and other inheritable disorders.

The overall goal of the CBG fellowship training program is to ensure that trainee (s) gain the skills needed to perform appropriate diagnostic testing and management of a wide variety of genetic disorders, inborn errors of metabolism, and congenital anomalies. This includes providing family-centered patient care that is developmentally and age appropriate, compassionate, and effective for the treatment and health promotion of individuals with genetic disorders.

Fellows will be specifically trained in the practice of clinical biochemical genetics, the use and interpretation of biochemistry laboratory techniques, and in the independent administration and directing of a clinical biochemical genetics laboratory. At the completion of training, fellow(s) will be able to use a logical and appropriate clinical approach to the care of patients presenting for a medical genetics evaluation, applying principles of evidence-based decision-making and problem solving.

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Prerequisites:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD or DO) degree or PhD (or equivalent) degree in either genetics or a related field
• Fulfillment of qualifications for Florida state license (passed USMLE Steps 1 and 2) for medical school graduates
• International medical graduates: A valid ECFMG Certificate is required for international medical graduates. NCH offers J-1 Visas sponsored by ECFMG. Any other visas currently held will be discussed on a case-by-case basis with the GMEC.

How To Apply:

Documents required for submission:

1. Application Form
2. Recent curriculum vitae (must include months and years)
3. Personal statement
4. Three (3) letters of recommendation (one written by the director of your residency program if applicable or chair of your department)

Download Application Form (PDF)

Application and letters of recommendation should be addressed to:
Dr. Parul Jayakar
Division of Genetics & Metabolism
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
3100 SW 62^nd Avenue

All documents (Including letters of recommendation) and inquiries/ questions may be emailed to Ms. Ana Otero, C-TAGME Fellowship Coordinator.