Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program
About This Program
Vanderbilt University Medical Center's Hematology/Oncology Fellowship Program provides robust training in both clinical experiences and research opportunities. We provide a structured mentorship program to aid fellows in selecting from one of three fellowship tracks (lab-based physician, clinical investigator, or academic clinician). VUMC aims to recruit both faculty and fellows who want to work in a collegial, collaborative environment and our fellows build lifelong friendships and networks.
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Katherine Walsh, MD
Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr
Primary Program Contact
Stephanie P Bruce
Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr
Locations
Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr
777 Preston Research Bldg
2220 Pierce Ave
Nashville, TN 37232
1310 24th Ave S
Nashville, TN 37212-2637
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- San Francisco Match
- Military Match (i.e., Joint Service Graduate Medical Education Selection Board, Military Selection Board)
- SAU/AU Match (i.e., Urology Match)
- None
Second Look
U.S. MD Applicants
IMG Applicants
DO Applicants
Total required letters of recommendation (excludes MSPE and Deans letter)
Required Letter Writers
- 3 letters of recommendation, but all candidates do submit their IM Program Director Letter as part of the application
Medical School Graduation Timeline
No cap on the number of years.
Gap Experience Requirement
Data not provided by program
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
Interview Offer Dates
Specialty Universal Dates
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
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Disability insurance for occupationally-acquired HIV
- Group life insurance
Salary Compensation
Year 4 through Year 6
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 15 Vacation Days and 12 Sick Days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
For more information, view the program's leave policy on their website.