Allergy and Immunology Fellowship
Program Overview
The 2-year Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University (TJU) Allergy and Immunology Fellowship Training Program, affiliated with ÎÚÑ»ÊÓƵ Children’s Hospital, Delaware and accredited by theÌý, provides knowledge and skills to pursue a career as a specialist treating children and adults with allergy, asthma and immune system disorders.
You will be exposed to a diverse patient population of all ages, in a wide range of clinical settings. You will also have support and encouragement to pursue basic science and clinical research efforts.
- Curriculum
- Research & Training
- Salary & Benefits
- Location & Living
- Faculty & Participants
Our Fellowship ProgramÌý
Mission:ÌýWe strive to be the best Allergy and Immunology program in the country, to provide a wide range of clinical and research experiences to our fellows and to help them develop habits that will forever engage them in life-long learning.
The Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University (TJU) program stimulates critical thinking and can help prepare you with the necessary knowledge and skills to pursue a career as a specialist in the field. Based at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, Pa., and ÎÚÑ»ÊÓƵ Children’s Hospital, Delaware, the two-year program gives you balanced clinical and research experiences in pediatric and adult allergy, asthma and immunology.
Academic Experience
You will gain experience with the evaluation and management of a wide variety of allergy and immunology diagnoses. Throughout your fellowship, you will attend weekly educational conferences that include a series of didactic lectures to provide you with a thorough foundation in Allergy/Immunology board-relevant topics and a chance to present and review interesting patient cases. You will also have the opportunity to closely collaborate with multiple subspecialty teams, including Blood and Bone Marrow Transplant and Gastroenterology, during joint case conferences. Our annual fellows’ curriculum for participants in all programs includes instruction on research design, IRB navigation, grant writing, statistics, career and financial planning, teaching, communication, leadership, resiliency and wellness.
You will be provided with the necessary tools to prepare for the American Board of Allergy and Immunology exam as evidenced by the ongoing success of our fellows on these exams. During your 2 years, you will rotate every four weeks on core rotations that will provide you with the necessary pediatric and adult clinical experience and research opportunities for a successful career in Allergy/Immunology. You will play an active role in educating and training residents and will supervise medical students from Sidney Kimmel Medical College and other area medical schools.
We believe in the value of significant and meaningful research as a key component in fellowship training. You will have access to state-of-the-art research facilities and resources, along with faculty mentorship, in order to meet your research goals. You will also have the opportunity and support to participate in multiple regional, national and international conferences.Ìý
Clinical Experience
You will care for adult and pediatric patients with a wide range of Allergy and Immunology diagnoses including but not limited to: asthma, food and environmental allergies, atopic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, eosinophilic disorders, urticaria, angioedema, drug allergy, anaphylaxis, autoimmune diseases, hymenoptera allergy, immune deficiency and transplant-immunology. Clinical sites include inpatient and ambulatory settings at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and ÎÚÑ»ÊÓƵ/Alfed I. ÎÚÑ»ÊÓƵ Children’s Hospital, Delaware.
You will have the opportunity to perform food allergy testing and challenges, drug allergy testing, challenges and desensitizations, allergen immunotherapy prescription writing and allergen immunotherapy mixing. You will gain exposure to spirometry, pulmonary function testing and rhinolaryngoscopy. In addition, ÌýÎÚÑ»ÊÓƵ Children’s Hospital, Delaware is the only referral center in the state of Delaware for newborn SCID screening.
You will have voluntary opportunities to participate in related clinical rotations such as otolaryngology, pulmonology, dermatology, infectious disease and rheumatology. You will also be able to refine your teaching skills by interacting with residents and medical students at both academic centers.
Research
Throughout your training, you will be engaged in cutting-edge research in Allergy/Immunology. The faculty is motivated and supportive of the fellows’ research and have multiple ongoing scholarly projects that encompass many aspects of the field.
Following an early and thorough review of research design, methodologies, statistics and related topics, you will be encouraged and supported in your own efforts in basic science, translational and clinical research. We can tailor your fellowship projects to include subject matter that is of particular interest to you. We expect our fellows to be productive in research and to achieve at least two publications during their fellowship training. All fellows participate in quality improvement initiatives.
You will have opportunity to participate in collaborate research with other departments as well as other academic institutions. Fellows and faculty teams have submitted multiple NIH grants.
Salary & Benefits
Salary
- PGY 4: $79,708
- PGY 5: $82,896
- PGY 6: $86,212
- PGY 7: $89,660
- PGY 8: $93,247
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Prescription drug coverage
- Malpractice insurance
Training at ÎÚÑ»ÊÓƵ in Delaware Valley
ÎÚÑ»ÊÓƵ Children’s Hospital, Delaware, sits on a scenic, 300-acre estate in Wilmington’s Brandywine Valley. It’s the largest pediatric training site in our system, big enough to offer nearly every specialty, yet close-knit enough that faculty know their learners well. From the start, you’ll notice a culture built on collaboration, mentorship, and curiosity.
Hospital & Training Environment
Most of your training takes place at our children’s hospital in Wilmington, a nationally recognized destination for complex pediatric care. It’s the state’s only Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and home to a Level IV NICU, so you’ll see the full range of high-acuity cases. Families come from across the region, giving you exposure to diverse conditions and hands-on learning in a true referral hub. Take a video tour of the hospital now.Ìý
Along with ÎÚÑ»ÊÓƵ, you may also spend time at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia and other partner hospitals. These rotations bring variety in community pediatrics, rehabilitation care, and patient populations you won’t see every day in Wilmington.Ìý
Living in Wilmington & Delaware Valley
Wilmington is easy to settle into. It’s affordable, manageable in size, and just a short train ride from Philadelphia. Baltimore and Washington, D.C. are also close by. Need fresh air? The Brandywine Valley has trails, rivers, and historic gardens. Want more energy? Philly has food, arts, and sports at a world-class level. Here, you get the best of both worlds.Ìý
Research Opportunities
Research is part of daily life here. Some trainees work in the lab, others join clinical trials, and many focus on quality improvement. Supported by faculty mentors and dedicated resources, trainees may also present at national meetings or publish in peer-reviewed journals.Ìý
Resident & Fellow Life
Training here isn’t only about rotations and research. It’s also about having the space and support to enjoy the journey.
Community & CultureÌý|ÌýColleagues quickly become friends. Alumni talk about the camaraderie, the sense that you’re part of something bigger, and the ease of finding mentors who genuinely care.
Wellness & Support |ÌýWellness is built into the experience. From apps and peer networks to professional counseling, resources are there when you need them. There's also a free 24/7 gym on campus and regular wellness programming.
Everyday Perks |ÌýFree parking. Meals at noon conference. On-site child care center. Call rooms and quiet spaces when you need rest. These make a difference in the rhythm of daily training.
Train With Recognized Leaders
If you’re looking for a rewarding program built on academic excellence and family-centered care, ÎÚÑ»ÊÓƵ Children's offers outstanding medical, surgical, pharmacy, nursing, therapy and psychology programs. Train with faculty who are respected leaders in their fields, a patient care model that stands apart and access to groundbreaking research.Ìý
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Application Requirements
Deadline:ÌýSeptember 1, 2025
Training Begins:ÌýJuly 1, 2026
Accepting Applications in Summer 2025
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2.ÌýResume
3. Personal statement
4. Medical school transcript
5.ÌýUSMLE/COMLEX scores (all 3 levels)
6.ÌýThree letters of recommendation
7.ÌýInternal Medicine, Pediatrics or Med/Peds Residents accepted
Questions About Applying?
Lindsey Killian
Fellowship Coordinator
(302) 651-5946
lindsey.killian@nemours.org
Gretchen Harmon, MD
Program Director
gretchen.harmon@nemours.org