Hematology & Medical Oncology Fellowship
Lipson Cancer Institute - Rochester Regional Health
Director’s Letter
Thank you for your interest in the Medical Oncology Fellowship Program. As a Fellow, you will primarily serve patients at Rochester General Hospital, which is a premier teaching hospital and the flagship hospital for Rochester Regional Health. Our system consists of five hospitals covering a 14-county area in Western New York State, with seamlessly integrated healthcare and the highest level of cancer care through the Lipson Cancer Institute.
Our program is proud of the strong clinical training we are able to provide for fellows. A broad range of rotations are provided to fellows in order to gain the necessary knowledge and skills to care for patients with cancer and blood disorders. Fellows will gain experience in all facets of Hematology and Medical Oncology – including general oncology consultations, hematology/hemophilia consultations, bone marrow transplant (with a one month rotation at Roswell Park Cancer Institute in Buffalo, NY), research, and so much more.
Our faculty are outstanding mentors, teachers, and clinical providers who have trained at some of the most renowned academic programs themselves, and are passionate about education and committed to the highest quality of care.
There are daily opportunities to treat a large volume of diverse patients with cutting edge therapies. Our fellows will graduate with the full skill set necessary to begin their career as a Hematologist and Medical Oncologist.
We look forward to meeting you!
Mehul Patel, MD
Program Director
About the Program
Our Hematology and Medical Oncology Fellows will be trained by the nationally-renowned group of physicians at the Lipson Cancer Institute. Fellows will have an opportunity to study various areas of Hematology and Medical Oncology at Rochester Regional Health, with one month of rotation at Roswell Park Cancer Institute to gain experience in bone marrow transplant and CAR T-cell therapy.
Throughout the Hematology Oncology Fellowship program, the Fellows will gain experience in the following specialty areas:
- Hematology
- Oncology
- Hemophilia
- Bone Marrow Transplant and CAR T-Cell Therapies
- Research
- Hematopathology, Coagulation, and Blood Banking
- Radiation Oncology
- Gynecological Oncology
- Palliative Care and Pain Management
How to Apply
Candidates will be notified of interview selection by September 30th.
We Require:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Letters of Recommendation
- USMLE scores
- Medical School Transcripts
- Personal Statement
Why Choose Rochester Regional Health
Benefits
Medical Insurance
Opportunity to enroll in one of two comprehensive medical insurance plans.
Dental Insurance
Option to purchase one of two plans.
Life insurance
Employer paid coverage equal to 1x salary with option to purchase added coverage up to five (5) times annual salary.
Vision/Hearing Plan
Option to purchase a vision & hearing plan.
Short-Term Disability
Residents are entitled to up to six months of pay in the event of an approved disability, compensated at 60% of the resident stipend.
Long-Term Disability
Residents are provided with long-term disability of 50% of resident stipend in the event of an approved long-term disability. Residents have an option to purchase additional long-term disability to bring the amount up to 66.67%.
EAP
EAP is free, confidential service for employees and immediate family members that provides assistance with everyday work and family issues, as well as more challenging personal concerns.
On-site Child Care
Child care programs are offered for children between the ages of eight weeks to pre-school, and a before and after-school program is available to serve employees and the community. Preferential consideration is given to Hospital employees based upon availability; these employees receive a discounted rate.
Retirement
Option to enroll in tax deferred annuity plan.
Paid Vacation / Holiday
Program Faculty
Mehul Patel, MD
Program Director
Additional Information
Fellowship: Roswell Park Cancer Institute
Rachel David, MD
Additional Information
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Saad Jamshed, MD
Department Associate Chair
Additional Information
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Pradyumna Phatak, MD
Department Chair
Additional Information
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Mohammad Talal Khan, DO
Associate Program Director
Additional Information
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Peter Kouides, MD
Additional Information
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Ronald Sham, MD
Additional Information
Residency: Strong Memorial Hospital
Fellowship: University of Rochester Medical Center
Why Rochester?
Contact Us
Hematology & Medical Oncology Fellowship Program
Megan Tyndell
Fellowship Program Coordinator
Email: RRHHemOncFellows@rochesterregional.org