Specialty Designation
Fellowship
In same state as program
0
Non-medical career/left country
2
Number of accredited programs
36
Length of accredited training
3
Minimum number of prior years required
3
Offers graduate year 1 positions, available immediately upon medical school completion
No
Average number of PY1 interviews
7.10
Percent of programs requiring Step 1 score for interview
86.10
Percent of programs requiring Level 1 score (for DOs) for interview
66.60
Total number of active residents/fellows
94.00
Average number of residents/fellows
2.60
Average percent female
74.60
Average percent international medical graduates
15.40
Average percent DOs
14.80
Average number of full-time physician faculty
5.60
Average number of part-time physician faculty
0.70
Average percent female full-time physician faculty
72.60
Average ratio of full-time physician faculty to resident/fellow
2.50
Average hours on duty per week
50.20
Average maximum consecutive hours on duty
15.00
Average days off duty per week
1.30
Average percent of training in hospital outpatient clinics
64.20
Average percent of training in non-hospital ambulatory care community settings
8.30
Average number of days of vacation
19.40
Average resident/fellow compensation
68007.28
Specialty Overview
Pediatric rheumatology specializes in providing comprehensive care to children with rheumatic diseases, especially arthritis.
A pediatric rheumatologist diagnoses and treats children with disorders including juvenile idiopathic arthritis (formerly known as juvenile rheumatoid arthritis), systemic lupus, dermatomyositis, scleroderma, and vasculitis. Pediatric rheumatologists primarily function in the outpatient setting, but may also care for or consult on hospitalized patients. Due to the chronic and often complex nature of the rheumatic disorders, the specialist can form close long-term relationships with patients and families. In many cases, care is provided in concert with other medical subspecialists and support staff with the rheumatologist serving as the overall coordinating physician.