UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA DAVIS
While many of our projects are focused on emergency medicine education around the world, fellows also have the opportunity to try out a variety of experiences and will graduate with a wide breadth of experiences in many aspects of GEM.
We prioritize 2 year fellows but offer 1 year fellowship experiences on a case-by-case basis. We feel strongly after doing this for many years that one year fellowship are extremely rushed and do not allow fellows the opportunity to explore their interests and dive into projects before they graduate. The goal of this fellowship is to provide a broad training experience to ensure that you will graduate as an expert in EM education in various settings and a breadth of global emergency medicine experience.
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We now offer a unique opportunity for 2-year fellows to enroll in the Global Ultrasound Area of Distinction. This is optional but offers a unique certification and experience. Fellows who participate will work with the Department of Ultrasound within UCDEM and gain expertise in Ultrasound and education. GEM will complete all requirements that a typical US fellow would complete but will be given 2 years to do so. In addition, GEM fellows will get focused mentorship from our GEM faculty and spend additional time working on projects related to global US. Fellows will graduate with a formal qualification in US and Global Emergency Medicine.
Global Emergency Medicine General Structure:
In the first year of the program, fellows will participate in all of our core projects (Diploma in Emergency Medicine in Vietnam, POCUS teaching in The Gambia) and have the option to participate in 2-3 other projects depending on your time and interest. This year is very busy as we understand that fellows are also gaining experience in as an EM attending, working with residents and students, and often studying for their board exams while participating in a variety of conferences, MPH coursework, etc
During the second year, fellows have the opportunity to dive deeper into the projects their are most interested while staying involved with core projects. We strongly believe in tailoring this expeirence to fit each fellows unique needs and future career goals and work with each fellow to create a unique experience based on his/her/their interests.
Fellowship Experience
The UC Davis Health Department of Emergency Medicine offers a fellowship program in Global Emergency Medicine. This fellowship strives to prepare future leaders of international health and emergency medicine health systems. Fellows develop skills in cross-cultural collaboration, international public health, teaching in low-resource settings and improvement of emergency medicine health systems and delivery of care.
This flexible program is designed for Emergency Medicine Physicians seeking a career which focuses on providing emergency medical care and education within low-resource settings. In additional to their work abroad, fellows will gain clinical and educational experience at the University of California Davis Emergency Department, a level-1 adult and pediatric trauma care center servicing the diverse population in Northern California. This is a VERY high acuity combined academic and county hospital system which serves one of the most diverse counties in the United States. Fellows have the opportunity to work as attendings at UCDavis adult and pediatric emergency departments. They will also spend about 25% of their clinical time working at the Veteran's Hospital Emergency Department nearby which is staffed by UC Davis Faculty and Residents.
Fellows will also have the opportunity to work in multiple low-resource sites during the course of their fellowship under the guidance of multiple faculty members, while also pursuing an advanced degree.
While the two-year fellowship track is preferred, applicants may be considered for a one-year track on an individual basis. On a two-year track, fellows will have the opportunity to purse a distance Masters in Public Health through the London School of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene but may choose an alternative advanced degree depending on their area of interest and future career goals.
We can strongly about wellness and believe that building the foundation of a long and rewarding career in Global Emergency Medicine starts in residency and fellowship. Sacramento is a great place to live and while we work hard on shift and within the fellowship, we believe in playing hard as well. As part of the UC Davis family, you will join a close knit community of healthcare professionals. The residency and fellowship programs host frequent outings, meet ups and social activities for those who are interested.
Fellowship Curriculum
Educational Opportunities:
Masters of Science in Public Health (Global Health), London School of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene 2 year distance learning program or equivalent degree. This is a prestigious and flexible program with opportunities for fellows to participate in short courses in person at LSTMH site in London or continue with an entirely virtual educational program to allow for the most flexibility.
Short course in Global Health Policy, London School of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene 1-year distance learning program or equivalent course
HELP Course, Health Emergencies in Large Populations (HELP). Held annually, in person or virtual options
Conferences:
Fellows will be encouraged to attend at least 2 conferences related to emergency medicine, education, and/or global health during their fellowship. Previously attended conferences include but are not limited to:
-UCSF Global Emergency Medicine Fellowship Conference
-Consortium of Universities for Global Health (CUGH)
-American College of Emergency Medicine Conference (ACEP)
-Society of Academic Emergency Medicine (SAEM)
-Global Health Track Monthly Sessions. We have a unique 3-year global health track that was created for the fellows and residents. Faculty and trainees meet monthly to review a core topics, seminal articles and listen to renown guest speakers on topics related to global health. Fellows will have the opportunity to participate in each of these experience and lead one session quarterly.
-UC Davis Quarterly Fellow Get Together: Fellows join quarterly meet ups with other fellows which are hosted by rotating faculty members. During these sessions, we share a meal, talk about a specific topic related to leading a fulfilling and long career and have the opportunity to socialize and spend time together.
Monthly Global Health Journal Club: Fellows meet monthly with the Global Health program director to review current topics in Global Emergency Medicine and discuss any issues, project updates or ongoing events.
Projects
| Project Name & Description | Details |
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| Vietnamese Diploma in Emergency Medicine |
We are collaborating with our colleagues and friend from Ho Chi Minh City's Cho Ray Hospital, a tertiary care hospital and main trauma center in South Vietnam.
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| Sacred Valley Health; an NGO in the Andean Region of Peru |
Sacred Valley Health (SVH) is an NGO located in Ollantaytambo, Peru a beautiful and remote area located with the Andean Region of Peru.
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| Local Care for the underserved |
Sacramento county is one of the most diverse counties in the entire United States. We strongly believe that care for the underserved should be a priority inside and outside of the emergency department. As part of our program development, we have created multiple opportunities for fellows to work with local refugee and migrant populations locally
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| Safari Doctors, Lamu County, Kenya |
Safari Doctors provides locally-led solutions for remote communities who lack access to vital health services in Lamu County, Kenya. Their team does this through mobile medical outreach and a Community Health Worker model. We are working to support the work of Safari Doctors through education, clinical outreach support and public health programming. Please visit their website for information about the amazing work they are doing. https://www.safaridoctors.org/
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| Ultrasound and Emergency Medicine Education in The Gambia |
UC Davis is working closely with colleagues in The Gambia to provide education around bedside ultrasound and emergency medicine. Fellows will have the opportunity to visit the country's leading teaching hospital located in Banjul and support the education of local medical providers
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| Disaster and Humanitarian Response Deployment |
Fellows will have the opportunity to train and deploy to disasters around the world and help with humanitarian response efforts in collaboration with NGOs specializing in Disaster and Humanitarian Response. Individuals will get extensive training before deployments
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| White River Indian Hospital |
Fellows participating in 2-year fellowships will have the opportunity to moonlight at the IHS Site serving Native communities in Arizona. This is an amazing opportunity to serve local communities within our own borders
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Other Documents - Program Specific Requirements
Applicants must demonstrate/possess:
- VERY strong clinical skills
- Positive attitude and outgoing personality
- Good standing in residency training
- Strong communication and social skills
- Flexibility
- Ability to adapt quickly and to environments with lack of resources
- Passion for education, global health, and emergency medicine
- Strong interest in working collaboratively
- Resilience
At UC Davis, we have a very tight knit group of faculty, fellows, and residents. We prioritize health and wellness and are looking for a fellow that is excited, open to new experiences, and works well with our team.
Additional Application / Interview Information
Application Criteria
All applications must be submitted by the application deadline through the SAEM Application Portal button below. Please note, you must also register for the NRMP Match
Applications should include:
1) Personal Statement. Please discuss why you are specifically interested in our program and if you are applying for a 1-year or a 2-year fellowship option.
2) Updated resume or curriculum vitae
3) At least three (3) letters of recommendation.
- One must be from your residency/program director and should include information about your academic standing in residency.
- One letter must comment on the strength of your clinical skills.
For inquiries, please email Dr. Shakira Bandolin (sbandolin@ucdavis.edu)
Application Process
Please apply via the site. After you applied, we will review your application. Individuals who meet the eligibility criteria will be offered interviews via email. We will contact you to let you know of your standing and if you are offered an interview via email.
If you have not hear back from us by Sept 15, please email Shakira Bandolin (sbandolin@ucdavis.edu) directly. Alternatively, after you submit your application you are welcome to email Dr Bandolin and confirm that your application has been received. The GEMFC site has been updated recently and while we dont anticipate any problems, there have been site issues that have resulted in lost applications.
Important Dates
Application Deadline
Interview Date
Eligibility
Fellowship candidates must be ABEM board eligible or certified by the July 1st fellowship start date. This generally means that fellows have completed an Emergency Medicine residency in the US or Canada.
Fellow candidates must be able to successfully obtain a California Medical License prior to the fellowship start date.
