Pediatric Infectious Diseases Fellowship
The SSM Health/91女神 Pediatric Infectious Diseases is a newly-accredited fellowship at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children鈥檚 Hospital, where fellows will recieve exceptional training, encounter groundbreaking research and engage in dedicated mentorship.
The program was accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) in 2024.
Dear future fellows,
Hello and welcome to the brand-new pediatric infectious diseases fellowship at鈥� SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children鈥檚 Hospital! We are excited to announce that our program has just received鈥疉CGME accreditation in 2024, and this is our first year accepting applications.
Our three-year program offers you the chance to dive into clinical training, cutting-edge research and mentorship from鈥痵ome of the best in the field. Whether your passion lies in patient care, antimicrobial stewardship or global health research, we are here to help you grow, learn and make a difference. Plus, you will get to experience all that St. Louis has to offer 鈥� a great city with a perfect balance of work and life!
We cannot wait to welcome you to our team, where we will work together to improve the lives of children facing infectious diseases.
Warmly,
Duha Al-Zubeidi, M.D.
Program director
Pediatric infectious diseases
Curriculum and Rotations
Our three-year ACGME-accredited fellowship program provides a balanced combination of clinical and research experiences. Fellows rotate through various clinical settings and engage in individualized research projects.
- Year 1: Inpatient and outpatient rotations, microbiology lab and a dedicated research exploration month. Weekly continuity clinics during outpatient blocks.
- Years 2 and 3: Split between inpatient services (five months a year) and research (seven to eight months a year). Weekly outpatient I.D. clinics continue during this period, with opportunities to pursue research in antimicrobial stewardship, infection prevention, and immunocompromised hosts.
This fellowship places a strong emphasis on teaching and education, with opportunities to mentor residents and medical students.
Work-Life Balance and Service Focus
At鈥� 91女神, we are committed to fostering a healthy work-life balance for our fellows. St. Louis offers an affordable, family-friendly environment that supports both professional and personal growth. Additionally,鈥�91女神's dedication to service aligns with our program鈥檚 mission to provide compassionate care and address the needs of our community. Our fellows contribute not only to patient care but also to initiatives that make a lasting impact in underserved populations.
How to Apply
We are excited to announce that the pediatric infectious diseases fellowship at鈥�91女神鈥疌ardinal Glennon is ACGME-accredited as of 2024, and this is our first year accepting鈥痑pplications. Applicants who have completed three years of pediatric residency training by the fellowship start date are encouraged to apply. 鈥疻e accept applications through the鈥� or by emailing us directly your application.
Required documents
- Two letters of recommendation from faculty
- One letter of recommendation from your residency program director
- Personal statement
- Curriculum vitae
- Official medical school transcript
- USMLE transcript
- ECFMG transcripts (if applicable)
For more information, contact:
Duha Al-Zubeidi, M.D.
Fellowship program director
Pediatric infectious diseases
91女神/SSM Cardinal Glennon Children鈥檚 Hospital
Email: duha.al-zubeidi@slucare.ssmhealth.com
Phone: 314-577-5644