Geisinger Health System (Danville) Program
About This Program
Geisinger's Cardiology Fellowship program stands out through diverse patient populations, unique curriculum, and advanced clinical experiences. Serving both urban and rural communities exposes fellows to a wide range of cardiovascular conditions. Comprehensive rotations and innovative teaching methods, including simulation-based learning, ensure well-rounded training. Research opportunities with renowned institutions allow fellows to contribute to advancements in cardiovascular medicine.
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Nicolas Neil Mead, DO
Geisinger Med Ctr
Primary Program Contact
Jody Williams, MD
Geisinger Med Ctr
Locations
Geisinger Med Ctr
Cardiology Dept MC 27-70
100 N Academy Ave
Danville, PA 17822-2770
100 N Academy Ave
Danville, PA 17822
1000 E Mountain Dr
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- Main Match of the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP)
- San Francisco Match
- Military Match
- Urology Match
U.S. MD Applicants
IMG Applicants
DO Applicants
Total required letters of recommendation (excludes MSPE and Dean's letter)
Required specialty-specific letters of evaluation within total letters of recommendation
- Specialty-specific standardized letter(s) of evaluation
- Letter(s) from someone within the specialty (e.g., faculty, attending)
Medical School Graduation Timeline
Graduation from medical school must have occurred within the past 1 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: Research or other medical education pursuits (clinical experience not required)
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
Key Dates & Timelines
2026 - 2027
Application Due
Aug 31, 2025
Interview Period Starts
Sep 1, 2025 - Oct 31, 2025
2027 - 2028
Application Due
Aug 31, 2025
Interview Period Starts
Sep 1, 2025 - Oct 31, 2025
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Data not provided by program
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 HIV
Salary Compensation
PGY-4 through PGY-6
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 15 Vacation Days and negotiable sick days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
For more information, view the program's leave policy on their website.