The Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine offers a one-year opportunity to hone skills in the management of critical cardiac diseases. We aim to develop unparalleled clinician educators with an expertise in cardiovascular emergencies. Graduates are well suited for a position in academics, clinical research, or directing a chest pain center. Our trainees have been recruited to join renowned institutions across the country and internationally.

Our Faculty Development Program is designed for senior residents in one of the department's three residency programs who are interested in transitioning into academic leadership through the role of Chief Resident. This focused experience provides hands-on training in faculty-level responsibilities, including clinical operations, resident mentorship, and administration. Participants will gain practical skills in leadership, communication, scheduling, and quality improvement while working closely with program and departmental  leaders. By bridging the gap between residency and faculty practice, this program equips future physician leaders with the foundational tools and experience needed to excel in academic medicine and contribute meaningfully to the growth and success of the department.

In this exciting and evolving world of health system change, physicians have the opportunity to obtain in-depth knowledgeable of the health care system and utilize this unique skill set to lead systemic changes both locally and nationally. The University of Maryland Fellowship in Health Policy and Leadership is designed to give early career emergency physicians a unique, tailored experience in health care policy, to be ready to effectively lead policy development, implementation and advocacy at the local, state or national level.  Through formal didactic training, at least 2 full-time policy experiences, leadership development, as well as enormous opportunities to apply policy and advocacy skills both domestically and internationally, the fellowship will provide a springboard for a successful career as a physician leader. The comprehensive 2-year design will ensure fellows have an in-depth experience that will make them competitive candidates for policy jobs at the completion of the fellowship. 

The Advanced Emergency Medicine Ultrasound Fellowship at the University of Maryland is a one-year, EUFAC-approved program designed to develop leaders and expert educators in point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS). Based at a high-volume tertiary care center, fellows gain extensive hands-on experience with a wide range of pathology, including advanced applications such as TEE during cardiac arrest and transvaginal ultrasound. The program emphasizes robust teaching opportunities across all learner levels, from medical students to practicing clinicians, while also providing exposure to system-wide POCUS leadership and administration. Fellows benefit from exceptional resources, including simulation, cadaver labs, and academic support, while maintaining clinical practice to further refine their skills.