In the second and third year, there are opportunities for electives in particular areas of cardiology. The third year provides an opportunity for concentration in areas of a fellows special interest which may include invasive or noninvasive cardiology, transesophageal echo and nuclear cardiology. A yearly course leading to nuclear licensing is offered. Clinical investigation is currently active in the areas of cardiac arrhythmias pathophysiology and therapy of heart failure hyperlipidemia and coronary artery disease as well as in the development of new therapeutic modalities. It is expected that all fellows fulfill a research requirement that involves, at a minimum, the completion of a publishable research report.
Affiliated hospitals are all within a ten mile radius in and around Hartford.
Prospective fellows are also eligible to apply for research support for special projects, e.g., from the Connecticut Heart Association, but such support is not required for successful completion their research. Three individuals familiar with the applicants clinical or scientific background should be asked to submit letters of recommendation. Candidates may be invited for an interview after all application materials have been reviewed.