How to Apply
Applications for the 2026-2027 season open July 2025.
The fellowship accepts two fellows each year and uses the National Residency Match Program (NRMP) via the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS). All interviews will be conducted virtually.
The following items are required for application and can be uploaded through the ERAS/NRMP websites:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Personal statement
- USMLE scores
- Professional photograph
We also require at least 3 letters of recommendations.
Please note, we accept J-1 visas however we do not accept H1B visas. A PTAL letter is not required with your application.
| Key Steps | Dates |
|---|---|
| Submit your application through ERAS and register for the Match through NRMP. | Applications open July 2025 |
| Interviews | Interviews conducted September- October, 2025. Applicants will be notified by email if selected for an interview. |
| NRMP Rank List due | November 2025 |
| NRMP Match Day | November 2025 |
| Fellowships start date | July 2026 |
Contact Us
Howie Tran, MD
Director, Advanced Heart Failure Fellowship Program
Email: hatran@health.ucsd.edu
Ashley Appel
Program Coordinator for Advanced Heart Failure, Electrophysiology, and Interventional Cardiology
Division of Cardiovascular Medicine
asappel@health.ucsd.edu
Phone: 858-246-2016