Fellowships/Nephrology (IM)/University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program
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University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program

Nephrology (IM)University-basedIMG: HIGH
Lexington, KY
6
Positions
40.0%
IMG %

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Program Overview

Program Details

ACGME Code:
1482021152
Program Type:
University-based
Total Positions:
6
Interviews:
21

Contact Information

Admission Requirements

Visa Sponsorship:
J-1 through ECFMG, H-1B

Training Details

Training Structure

Avg Hours/Week:
50
Max Hours on Duty:
16
Avg 24hr Off Duty:
1.50
Lecture/Conference Hours:
4/week
Night Float:
No
Faculty Ratio:
2.70

Faculty & Teaching Environment

Total Physicians:
16
00
Female Faculty:
25.00%
Outpatient Clinic Hours:
25%
Ambulatory Non-Hospital:
5%

Special Features & Unique Opportunities

The Division of Nephrology, part of the Department of Internal Medicine, supports UK HealthCare's mission through excellence in research, education, and clinical care. We treat a wide range of kidney and metabolic bone disorders and are committed to patient education, outreach, and compassionate care. Our faculty lead innovative teaching and research programs, preparing future specialists to improve lives through clinical and scientific excellence

Program Offers & Benefits

  • Free parking
  • iPads, tablets, etc., or technology allowance
  • Placement assistance upon completion of program into practice, fellowship or academia

Educational Opportunities

  • Formal program to foster interprofessional teamwork

Research Opportunities

Research Rotation

Required

Duration

12 weeks

Salary Progression

$69,804
PGY-1
$69,804
PGY-4
$73,241
PGY-5

Benefits Package Details

Dental Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Disability Insurance:Available, Not Paid By Institution
Group Life Insurance:Available, Not Paid By Institution
Major Medical Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Inpatient Mental Health:Fully Paid by Institution
Outpatient Mental Health:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Major Medical (Residents):Fully Paid by Institution
Major Medical (Dependents):Institution & Resident Share Cost

Location & Lifestyle

Location Overview

City & State
Lexington, KY

Cost of Living & Housing

Demographics & Community

Demographics data not available

Application Information

Program Details

ACGME Code:
1482021152
Total Positions:
6
Interviews:
21
Program Type:
University-based

Contact Information

Program Website:
Visit Website

Application Timeline

Application Period:
6/15/2026 - 8/31/2026
Interview Period:
9/14/2026 - 10/30/2026
Video Interviews:
Not Available

Application Requirements

Previous GME Required:
Yes
Moonlighting Allowed:
Yes

Program Start Dates & Match Information

Start Dates

Available Start Dates:
July
July Start Date:
July 1

Match Information

NRMP Main Match:
No
NRMP Codes:
1848148F0, 1848148F1

Institution & Program Size Details

Institution Information

Program Size by Year

First Year Positions:
2
Positions by Year:
PGY-1:2
PGY-2:4

Program Policies & Additional Information

Smoking Policy:
Smoking Allowed
Salary Tax Status:
Yes
Paid Leave Days:
35

IMG/DO Friendliness

International Medical Graduates (IMG)

Visa Sponsorship
J-1 through ECFMG, H-1B
IMG Percentage
40.0%
IMG Classification
HIGH

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

DO Percentage
20.0%
DO Classification
HIGH

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