About Our Fellowship

The Medical Education and Simulation Fellowship is a one-year post-graduate experience designed for emergency medicine physicians seeking to elevate their skills as academic leaders and educators. Hosted by the UK College of Medicine Department of Emergency Medicine, this highly individualized fellowship emphasizes hands-on training in experiential learning, medical simulation, and curriculum design.

Eligibility

Applicants must be in their final year or have completed an ACGME-accredited three- or four-year emergency medicine residency.

Why Train at the UK College of Medicine?

The UK College of Medicine is committed to developing future leaders in academic medicine through excellence in education, high-quality health care, and transformative research. This fellowship supports that mission by preparing physicians to advance simulation-based education across disciplines—benefiting Kentucky and beyond.

Fellowship Highlights

  • Tailored Experience: Fellows engage in simulation instruction, curriculum development, and program administration based on their career goals.
  • Many Educational Opportunities: Involvement in undergraduate and graduate medical education, interdisciplinary clinical training, and in-situ simulation.
  • Administrative Insight: Gain experience managing simulation center operations within an academic medical center.

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UK Emergency Medicine fellows learning from faculty performing a demonstration

Professional Development Support

Fellows receive funding to attend:

• The ACEP/CORD Teaching Fellowship
• An additional national meeting aligned with their interests

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Clinical Experience

Fellows serve clinically in the emergency departments of:
• UK Albert B. Chandler Hospital
• UK Good Samaritan Hospital
• Kentucky Children’s Hospital

Clinical shifts include dedicated teaching responsibilities with:
• Medical students
• Emergency medicine residents
• Off-service residents

How to Apply

Applicants must be in their final year or have completed an ACGME-accredited three- or four-year emergency medicine residency.

To learn more or apply, contact Fellowship Director Jonathan Bronner, MD at j.bronner@uky.edu.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to apply for the Medical Education and Simulation Fellowship in Emergency Medicine?

Physicians who are in their final year of or have completed an ACGME-accredited three- or four-year emergency medicine residency are eligible to apply for the Medical Education and Simulation Fellowship in Emergency Medicine.

Who is eligible to apply for the Medical Education and Simulation Fellowship in Emergency Medicine?

Physicians who are in their final year of or have completed an ACGME-accredited three- or four-year emergency medicine residency are eligible to apply for the Medical Education and Simulation Fellowship in Emergency Medicine.

What does the Medical Education and Simulation Fellowship in Emergency Medicine focus on?

The fellowship focuses on simulation-based instruction, curriculum development, and simulation program administration within academic emergency medicine.

What does the Medical Education and Simulation Fellowship in Emergency Medicine focus on?

The fellowship focuses on simulation-based instruction, curriculum development, and simulation program administration within academic emergency medicine.

Are professional development opportunities included in the Medical Education and Simulation Fellowship in Emergency Medicine?

Yes. Fellows receive funding to attend the ACEP/CORD Teaching Fellowship and one additional national conference relevant to their academic or clinical interests.

Are professional development opportunities included in the Medical Education and Simulation Fellowship in Emergency Medicine?

Yes. Fellows receive funding to attend the ACEP/CORD Teaching Fellowship and one additional national conference relevant to their academic or clinical interests.

Where do fellows work clinically during the Medical Education and Simulation Fellowship in Emergency Medicine?

Fellows provide clinical care in the emergency departments of UK Albert B. Chandler Hospital, UK Good Samaritan Hospital, and Kentucky Children’s Hospital, with dedicated teaching shifts.

Where do fellows work clinically during the Medical Education and Simulation Fellowship in Emergency Medicine?

Fellows provide clinical care in the emergency departments of UK Albert B. Chandler Hospital, UK Good Samaritan Hospital, and Kentucky Children’s Hospital, with dedicated teaching shifts.

How do I apply for the Medical Education and Simulation Fellowship in Emergency Medicine?

To apply, email Fellowship Director Dr. Jonathan Bronner at j.bronner@uky.edu to request application details and discuss eligibility.

How do I apply for the Medical Education and Simulation Fellowship in Emergency Medicine?

To apply, email Fellowship Director Dr. Jonathan Bronner at j.bronner@uky.edu to request application details and discuss eligibility.