Gynecologic Oncology Training
Fellowship training in gynecologic oncology is accredited by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG). All fellowship programs require a minimum of three years of training. Approved fellowship programs cover the following curricula: pathology; physiology & patho-physiology; carcinogenesis, invasion and metastasis; genetics; statistics and experimental design; tumor immunology; chemotherapy; pharmacology; radiation therapy; organ-specific diseases and therapeutic options; surgical procedures; and palliative care.
Upon graduation from fellowship, fellows are eligible to sit for both the required oral and written exams leading to their certification in gynecologic oncology.
Since 2006, the Society of Gynecologic Oncologists (SGO) has sponsored the fellowship match on behalf of participating ABOG approved gynecologic oncology programs. The match is conducted by the NRMP Specialty Matching Services and fellowship applications are accepted through the ERAS system.
Fellowship Program Application Timeline:
- Application Submission: Fellowship applicants may begin applying to gynecologic oncology programs via the ERAS system beginning December 1st. Applications are taken until May 31st.
- Fellowship Interviews: Conducted between June and September.
- Match: Conducted in November.
- Training Begins: July.