Welcome

The Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Fellowship at McMaster University is a mentored training program of one year for fellows who have a strong interest in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and wish to pursue a period of specialized training.

With an emphasis on clinical and/or translational patient-oriented clinical investigation, the Fellow will have access to approximately 500 patients with SLE locally and patient education events across Ontario and Canada.

During the Fellowship, the Fellow will participate in all aspects of the SLE program including:

1. Ambulatory clinics.
2. Interpreting laboratory results and diagnostic imaging tests.
3. Developing proficiency in assessing disease activity based on structured indices.
4. Developing a research question to investigate aspects of SLE either through local research or through collaborations with other SLE clinics in Ontario.
5. Contribute to the development of educational materials and programs to assist with patient and physician awareness and education.

Certification Outcome

Successful completion of the fellowship will be recognized with a Fellowship McMaster Certification.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have completed an MD (or equivalent), Internal Medicine training and/or postgraduate Fellowship in Rheumatology, with the expectation of full certification from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (or equivalent).

Application Deadline

The application deadline is 9-12 months prior to start date.