Cardiothoracic Imaging Fellowship

Overview

The cardiothoracic imaging fellowship trains radiologists in all aspects of clinical thoracic imaging including cardiovascular MRI/MRA, coronary CT angiography, chest CT, high-resolution CT and biopsy techniques.

The programme

Training type

Clinical Fellowship

Duration

1 year

Start

Not stated on official page

Positions

Not stated on official page

Accreditation

Non-ACGME

Department

Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging, UCSF (Cardiothoracic Imaging)

Eligibility and visa

Eligibility

Completion of a four-year diagnostic radiology residency from an accredited program.

International applicants

Graduates of medical schools outside the US or Canada must hold a valid ECFMG certificate at the time of application, be eligible for a California Medical License and have passed USMLE Steps I, II and III (or COMLEX/LMCC equivalent).

Visa support

The University sponsors J-1 ECFMG visas for fellowship positions in the majority of cases.

Licence requirement

Radiology board certification (or board eligibility) and a California Medical License are required prior to appointment.

How to apply

Deadline

Not stated on official page

Application method

UCSF online fellowship application (CV, personal statement, headshot, USMLE/COMLEX scores, three letters of recommendation including one from current program director). Does not participate in the NRMP Match.

Funding

Funding

Institution policySalaried on UCSF CIR collective-bargaining scale (rates effective 1 Oct 2025, incl. housing allowance): PGY4 $106,127; PGY5 $109,737; PGY6 $113,149; PGY7 $116,315; PGY8 $121,494; 2026-27 scale under union negotiation

Official sources