University of Miami/Jackson Health System Program
About This Program
The Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Fellowship Program at Jackson Memorial Hospital/University of Miami offers a unique combination of diverse clinical exposure, strong academic mentorship, and progressive autonomy. Fellows train at both a large county hospital and a private academic center, caring for patients from South Florida, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. Unique strengths include access to the University of Miami-Sylvester Cancer Center, a large Sickle Cell Program, and the on
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Fernando Corrales-Medina, MD
University of Miami-Miller School of Med
Primary Program Contact
Aliana Valenzuela, MA
Univ of Miami/Jackson Health System
Locations
University of Miami-Miller School of Med
Rm 5013
1601 NW 12th Ave
Miami, FL 33136-1005
1475 Nw 12th Ave
Miami, FL 33136
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
- Letter(s) from someone within the specialty (e.g., faculty, attending)
- Program Director
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
Aug 1, 2026 - Nov 30, 2026
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 dependents
- Major medical for residents
- Outpatient mental health
- Inpatient mental health
- Group life insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Disability insurance for occupationally-acquired HIV
Salary Compensation
Year 4 through Year 6
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 28 Vacation Days and 14 Sick Days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
For more information, view the program's leave policy on their website.