Obstetrics & Gynecology Message from the Chair Clinical Expertise Divisions Complex Family Planning General Obstetrics & Gynecology Gynecologic Oncology Maternal Fetal Medicine OB/GYN Hospitalist Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery Faculty Education & Training Visiting Learner Rotations OBGYN Residency Fellowship Programs Research Contact Us Maternal Fetal Medicine Fellowship Program Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Home Research Research: Clinical Departments OBGYN OBGYN: Education & Training OBGYN: Education & Training > Fellowship Programs OBGYN: Education & Training > Fellowship Programs > Maternal Fetal Medicine Fellowship Program Our Program The Maternal Fetal Medicine Fellowship program at UC Irvine School of Medicine is a three-year fellowship, which includes a 12-month period of research investigation, 18 months of clinical rotations and six months of electives, as described by the Division of Maternal Fetal Medicine of the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Mission Statement Our fellowship’s mission is to develop future leaders in the realms of clinical Maternal-Fetal Medicine, scientific research, advocacy, education and service. We train graduates who are experts in the full spectrum of Maternal-Fetal Medicine practice, including complex maternal health conditions, prenatal diagnosis and fetal disease, and advanced ultrasound techniques through high-volume medical and surgical experiences. We foster an environment of inquiry, innovation and advancement in Maternal-Fetal Medicine. Components and Courses The fellowship program includes various components and courses, combining clinical training, research opportunities and advanced academic instruction for professional development. Fellowship Program Components Direct patient care Clinical research Basic research Teaching activities Conferences and meetings Graduate Level Courses Statistics Epidemiology Research methodology Genetics/molecular biology Physiology Design and analysis of clinical trials Ethics in clinical research Applications Process Interested physicians are encouraged to apply for fellowship positions through the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) ERAS Program. Candidates must submit all of the following required documents through ERAS to be considered for an interview: A Completed Application Medical School Transcript MSPE Three Letters of Recommendation Personal Statement Photo USMLE scores Do not send official transcripts, Council on Resident Education in Obstetrics and Gynecology (CREOG) scores, or any additional documents via email. An interview is necessary for consideration. Virtual Interviews will be held on Wednesday, July 9 and Wednesday, July 16 in the afternoon. Our program adheres to the common program dates set forth by the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine (SMFM). Fellowship Director Judith Chung, MD, PhD Professor — Obstetrics and Gynecology Fellowship Program Director — Maternal Fetal Medicine Fellowship Program Questions? Please contact us for more information. Program Coordinator Katie Bacca Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology kbacca@uci.edu