The UCSF Division of Geriatrics is utilizing the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) Program, sponsored by the Association of American Medical Colleges.

We are now accepting applications for the 2010-2011 academic year via ERAS. The deadline for submission for Fellowships beginning on July 1, 2010 is tentatively scheduled for January 31st, 2010.

To apply, please go to the following ERAS Website to submit your Application: http://www.aamc.org/audienceeras.htm. For questions regarding the application process via ERAS, please visit website at https://www.erasfellowshipdocuments.org, or call ERAS at (215) 966-3940.

Your ERAS application should include the following:

1. A completed ERAS Application
2. A current curriculum vitae
3. A one-page personal statement
4. Three letters of recommendation (including one from your past or current program director)

Medical school transcripts, USMLE transcripts, and Dean's letter are not required. Photos are optional. Interviews will be arranged by invitation only following review of the completed applications. We are no longer accepting paper applications.

Please note that applicants are encouraged to discuss the various opportunities for training with division faculty to determine which options provide the best fit. Often this will happen during the interview day.

For any additional questions, or for requests for information regarding the UCSF Geriatrics Fellowship program, please contact our Program Coordinator:

Jonathan Leff
Education Coordinator
UCSF Division of Geriatrics
3333 California Street, Suite 380
San Francisco, CA 94143-1265
(415) 476-3174
leff@medicine.ucsf.edu