Pediatric Infectious Diseases Fellowship
The SSM Health/Saint Louis University School of Medicine Pediatric Infectious Diseases Fellowship Program offers exceptional training, dedicated mentorship and opportunities for groundbreaking research.
A Message From the Program Director
Welcome to the Pediatric Infectious Diseases Fellowship Program.
Our new, three-year program offers you the chance to dive into clinical training, take part in cutting-edge research and be mentored by some of the best in the field. Whether you’re passionate about patient care, antimicrobial stewardship or global health research, we are here to help you grow, learn and make a difference.
Plus, you’ll get to experience all that St. Louis has to offer. Our fellows live in a great city and have the perfect work-life balance!
We can’t wait to welcome you to our team and work together to improve the lives of children facing infectious diseases.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions.
Duha Al-Zubeidi, M.D.
Program director
Program Overview
The three-year, ACGME-accredited infectious diseases fellowship provides inpatient and outpatient clinical training as well as individualized research projects. The first year of training includes a microbiology lab, weekly continuity clinics and one month of dedicated research. Both the second and third years include five months of inpatient services and seven to eight months of research.
Fellows rotate at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital.
Program Highlights
- Balance of clinical and research experiences
- Opportunities to pursue research in:
- Antimicrobial stewardship
- Infection prevention
- Immunocompromised hosts
- Mentorship and teaching opportunities
- Initiatives that benefit underserved populations
- Focus on work-life balance
Current Fellow
Abrar Ramadan, M.D.
Hometown: Jordan
Medical school: Yarmouk University
Residency: King Abdullah University Hospital, Jordan
Abrar Ramadan has a strong interest in antimicrobial stewardship and complex infections. She is passionate about evidence-based medicine and improving patient care through thoughtful clinical decision-making.
Outside of work, Ramadan enjoys staying active, exploring new places and spending time with family.
Apply
The fellowship program has one available position per year. Physicians who will have completed three years of pediatric residency training by the fellowship start date are encouraged to apply.
The program participates in the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) and the National Residency Matching Program (NRMP).
Review the Application Process
About the SSM Health/Saint Louis University School of Medicine Graduate Medical Education Program
SSM Health proudly sponsors the Graduate Medical Education Program at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. This university-based training program offers a world-class academic environment that fosters clinical excellence, research innovation and compassionate care. All program participants are employed by SSM Health, ensuring a cohesive and supportive experience within a nationally recognized health system.