Specialty Designation
Fellowship
In same state as program
1
Non-medical career/left country
1
Number of accredited programs
37
Length of accredited training
3
Minimum number of prior years required
3
Offers graduate year 1 positions, available immediately upon medical school completion
No
Average number of PY1 interviews
9.30
Percent of programs requiring Step 1 score for interview
89.10
Percent of programs requiring Level 1 score (for DOs) for interview
64.80
Total number of active residents/fellows
107.00
Average number of residents/fellows
2.80
Average percent female
75.60
Average percent international medical graduates
26.50
Average number of full-time physician faculty
5.80
Average number of part-time physician faculty
0.70
Average percent female full-time physician faculty
73.90
Average ratio of full-time physician faculty to resident/fellow
2.30
Average hours on duty per week
50.90
Average maximum consecutive hours on duty
14.80
Average days off duty per week
1.30
Average percent of training in hospital outpatient clinics
65.10
Average percent of training in non-hospital ambulatory care community settings
9.10
Average number of days of vacation
19.30
Average resident/fellow compensation
70923.96
Specialty Overview
Pediatric rheumatology specializes in providing comprehensive care to children with rheumatic diseases, especially arthritis.
A pediatric rheumatologist diagnoses and treats children with disorders including juvenile idiopathic arthritis (formerly known as juvenile rheumatoid arthritis), systemic lupus, dermatomyositis, scleroderma, and vasculitis. Pediatric rheumatologists primarily function in the outpatient setting, but may also care for or consult on hospitalized patients. Due to the chronic and often complex nature of the rheumatic disorders, the specialist can form close long-term relationships with patients and families. In many cases, care is provided in concert with other medical subspecialists and support staff with the rheumatologist serving as the overall coordinating physician.