adolescent medicine fellowship
A subspecialty training program following pediatric or family medicine residency that focuses on the comprehensive care of adolescents.
Full Definition
A one-year accredited fellowship program that provides specialized training in the physical, psychological, and social health needs of adolescents and young adults, typically ages 11-25. Fellows gain expertise in areas such as reproductive health, substance use, mental health, chronic disease management, and the unique developmental considerations of this age group. The fellowship is available to graduates of pediatrics, family medicine, or internal medicine-pediatrics residency programs and is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME).
Usage
Usage note: Always specify 'adolescent medicine fellowship' to distinguish from other pediatric subspecialty fellowships.
In Context
- "She completed her adolescent medicine fellowship at a major children's hospital with a focus on LGBTQ+ health." — Provider biography
- "The adolescent medicine fellowship curriculum includes rotations in reproductive health, eating disorders, and substance abuse treatment." — Medical education documentation