Washington University/B-JH/SLCH Consortium Program
About This Program
The Medical Biochemical Genetics Fellowship at Washington University School of Medicine offers immersive, hands-on training in the diagnosis and management of children and adults with inborn errors of metabolism. Trainees work with nationally recognized faculty in a multidisciplinary setting, gaining exposure to rare and complex metabolic disorders, newborn screening follow-up, inpatient and outpatient consultations, and translational research opportunities. The program emphasizes individualized
Program Statistics
Contact Information
Program Director
Marwan Shinawi, MD, BS
St Louis Children's Hosp
Primary Program Contact
Haylee Rhodes-Tarrillion
Washington University School of Medicine
Locations
St Louis Children's Hosp
Northwest Tower 9132
1 Children's Pl
St Louis, MO 63110
660 S Euclid Ave
St Louis, MO 63110-1093
Application Information
No Program Match
Second Look
U.S. MD Applicants
IMG Applicants
DO Applicants
Total required letters of recommendation (excludes MSPE and Deans letter)
Required Letter Writers
- Letter(s) from someone within the specialty (e.g., faculty, attending)
- Program Director
Medical School Graduation Timeline
Graduation from medical school must have occurred within the past 2 year(s).
Gap Experience Requirement
PGY-1 applicants to this program with a gap of 1 year or more between medical school graduation and entry to residency must have the following experience occur during the gap: Clinical experience in the US or outside the US
Resident / Fellow Characteristics
Three year averages. Medical school type does not include graduates of Canadian schools.
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Program Faculty
Faculty Distribution
Work Environment
NA = Not Applicable
NGO = Negotiable
OTH = Other
Visa Status
This program will consider an appropriately qualified applicant with the following visa or visa status. Contact the program for additional information.
Program Size
PGY-1 Positions Not Offered
PGY-2 Positions Not Offered
Key Dates & Timelines
2026 - 2027
Program Starts Reviewing Applications
Application service release date
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Evaluations
Medical Insurance Coverage
- Major medical for residents
- Major medical for dependents
- Major medical for domestic partners
- Outpatient mental health
- Inpatient mental health
- Group life insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Disability insurance for occupationally-acquired HIV
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Salary Compensation
Year 5
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 20 Vacation Days and 10 Sick Days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
For more information, view the program's leave policy on their website.