Your Guide to Addiction Medicine Fellowships

Overview of Fellowship Application Process

Applicants preparing for the upcoming addiction medicine fellowship cycle should note the following key dates:

  • July 1 (9:00 AM ET): Applicants may begin submitting applications via ERAS
  • July 15: Fellowship programs may begin reviewing applications
  • August: Match season begins, with interview season underway
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Applicants should confirm requirements directly with programs. For accreditation details, visit ACGME.

A limited number of off-cycle training opportunities for the 2026–2027 appointment year may still be available.

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Finding the Right Fellowship

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The fellowship map helps applicants identify programs participating in the upcoming NRMP Match. Selecting program icons reveals key details, including specialized training opportunities. Only programs that have committed to participating in the upcoming Match are displayed.

Addiction medicine fellowships are offered across the country, representing a wide range of training environments and career pathways. A comprehensive list of all accredited addiction medicine fellowship programs, including those not participating in the Match, is available through ACGME.

Key Facts About Addiction Medicine Fellowships

  • Clinical fellowships are open to physicians who have completed residency training in any of 24 primary specialties.
  • Programs typically last 12 months, preparing graduates to become clinical experts, faculty, researchers, and agents of change.
  • Currently, 111 addiction medicine fellowships are accredited by ACGME.
  • Graduates may sit for the addiction medicine certification exam administered by the American Board of Preventive Medicine or the American Osteopathic Association. Learn more.
  • Most fellowships follow a July–June academic calendar. Some programs offer part-time and off-cycle training. Compensation is generally at the PGY-4 level.
  • Graduates go on to work in varied settings, from specialized addiction clinics to general medical and public health environments. Their expertise is increasingly in demand across healthcare systems, academic institutions, hospitals, medical groups, and public health organizations due to the complex, chronic nature of addiction and the shortage of trained professionals.

Diversity of Training Experiences

Fellowship programs share core standards but provide a range of training experiences. These include general ambulatory care, outpatient addiction programs, inpatient facilities, hospital medical-surgical units, consult services, and roles in health systems and public health. Fellows gain experience in longitudinal care, interdisciplinary teamwork, prevention, and comprehensive treatment using multiple modalities. Training encompasses work with patients of all ages, backgrounds, and addiction profiles.

Some fellowships offer specialized training for specific populations, either as an elective or a full training track. These populations could include adolescents, individuals experiencing addiction during pregnancy, rural communities, and those affected by infectious diseases. The map below lists the special training tracks available. Be sure to inquire with programs about elective opportunities for treating specific populations.

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Using the Fellowship Map

The fellowship map is a valuable tool for identifying suitable programs. By selecting program icons, applicants can view key details, including specialized training opportunities. The map displays programs that have committed to participating in the upcoming NRMP Match.
 

The map can be expanded for easier viewing and allows users to filter programs by departmental affiliation, open positions(s), and specialized training. Addiction medicine fellowships are affiliated with a variety of departments and residencies, most commonly family medicine, internal medicine, or psychiatry, but sometimes emergency medicine or pediatrics. Affiliations may vary, and program directors may come from specialties different from the host department.

 

Eligibility and Support

While some programs have particular eligibility criteria or preferences, addiction medicine fellowships generally welcome physicians from all specialties. Notably, even psychiatry-based fellowships frequently train fellows from other medical backgrounds.

For general questions, contact [email protected]. Applicants should reach out to programs directly regarding specific opportunities.