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SLEEP MEDICINE

Fellowship in SLEEP MEDICINE
Thomas Jefferson University
1015 Walnut Street, Suite 319
Philadelphia, PA 19107
215 955 6175

The ACGME-accredited Fellowship in SLEEP MEDICINE at Thomas Jefferson University was inaugurated in 2006, and will accept its first matriculating fellows on July 1, 2006. The program is hosted by the Sleep Disorders Center of Thomas Jefferson University, which has been the focus of clinical, research, and education activity in sleep medicine since 1978. The Center received its first accreditation by the American Academy of SLEEP MEDICINE (formerly known as the Association of Sleep Disorders Centers) in 1986. The educational program is based upon a stable and highly active clinical foundation. The program is a major facility for tertiary referrals not only for the larger Philadelphia area, but also for the northeastern US corridor.

Since its inception, the program has welcomed referrals for, the gamut of diagnostic entities in SLEEP MEDICINE. Its current director, Karl Doghramji, MD, received board certification in SLEEP MEDICINE in 1985 and dedicates most of his clinical, educational, and research activity to the field. In addition, the program has internal expertise for the evaluation and management of the gamut of sleep disorders.

The program is a popular elective rotation for medical students. In addition, it hosts residents and fellows from multiple disciplines. Integral to the clinical and education program has been the support of a network of multidisciplinary physician and other professional staff, representing otolaryngology, pulmonary medicine, psychiatry, neurology, psychology, pediatrics, cardiology, gastroenterology, nutritional health, and orthodontics. This diversity allows for a wide range of therapeutic options, such that treatment can be tailored to the underlying cause. The diversity of approaches represented by the multidisciplinary staff are embodied within the core faculty.

Those interested in learning more about the program, or who wish to apply for a fellowship position, should forward their requests to Celeste Agnes, at Celeste.Anges@Jefferson.edu