Hematology and Medical Oncology Fellowship

Advanced training in solid tumor malignancies and both benign and malignant blood disorders.

In 1898, Dr. Roswell Park established the first cancer center in the United States in the beautiful upstate New York, and more than 125 years later, we stand today with scores of significant discoveries and a mission of Unleashing the Healing Power of Hope.

When you choose a fellowship in Hematology and Medical Oncology at the University at Buffalo, based at Roswell Park, you’ll be an integral part of patient care, from diagnosis and treatment through remission and palliative therapy.

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Highlights of our program

The goal of our fellowship program is to train the next generation of academic investigators and clinicians who are at the leading edge of innovation in medical oncology and hematology through basic science or clinical /translational research, teaching, and patient care.

The philosophy of our program is that physicians must have a strong background in the scientific fundamentals and become adept in their clinical application. All trainees aim to have substantive exposure to the methods and conduct of clinical, basic, or outcomes research. Curriculum is accustomed in a manner to promote lifelong commitment to teaching, reinforcing and updating

Why choose a fellowship at Roswell Park?

As a fellow in our program, you will receive unparalleled, personalized attention with exceptionally strong mentorship for individualized career development.

During your three-year fellowship, your clinical experience will be varied and intense, working with patients representing the full spectrum of solid tumors and hematological diseases, both malignant and benign, under faculty supervision, in both inpatient and outpatient clinics. The outpatient continuity clinic allows for the extended follow-up with patients over the years of your training.

Following your first year of training, you’ll have the opportunity to pursue a dedicated research track with 12-15 months of continuous research time. In addition, you'll be invited to a wide array of regularly scheduled didactic conferences, multidisciplinary case management conferences, and educational seminars.

Upon starting fellowship, you will be assigned a mentorship committee, consisting of core faculty who are committed to training and helping our fellows navigate their individual career trajectories.

As a free-standing NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, our translational medicine model connects fellows with clinicians, researchers, and specialists who understand every aspect of cancer science. You’ll work in world-class facilities with internationally recognized physician-scientists and clinical investigators.

Roswell Park is a place where attendings teach you never to give up on patients and patients teach you never to give up on hope! This place has so much to offer to help grow, both as a good clinician and scholar. Here I found the friendliest nursing staff, physician assistants, case managers and social workers, who are always there to help you get through the day with their kind hearts and warm smiles. I continue to be inspired every day, learning from some of the greatest leaders in hematology/oncology at Roswell Park and am fortunate to also call some of them my mentors, supporting me to excel in my career. The amazing camaraderie amongst fellows helps us grow together and make lasting friendships. If I were asked to pick a place to pursue my fellowship again, it would be Roswell Park without a doubt! Sheeba Ba Akeel, MBBS, Class of 2024

Accreditation & certification

The Hematology and Medical Oncology Fellowship is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) as a dual subspecialty training program.

When you successfully complete the program, you’ll be eligible for board certification in both Medical Oncology and Hematology.

Eligibility & how to apply

You must have a medical degree from an ACGME-accredited medical school and have completed an internal medicine residency program at the time of your fellowship appointment.

Applications for the next academic year are accepted from July 15th through September 15th annually.

Program accepts:

Current ECFMG certificate, MD or DO
US citizenship
US permanent resident (Green Card)
J-1 visa (must be able to complete 3 years of training once appointed)
H1-B visa (continuation only - no initial sponsorship)
Competitive candidates have proven success in clinical and academic excellence reflected in their recommendation letters,
- USMLE step scores (passed on first attempts)
- Internal Medicine In-Service Training Exam scores (above national mean),
- Leadership roles
- Experiences within their residency programs.
Though not required, scholarly activity (peer-reviewed publications or presentations at national conferences) is viewed favorably.

Roswell Park participates in the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP). Applications are processed through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).

Number of positions

For the 2025-2026 fellowship application season, all applicants will be allotted 5 “Gold” and 12 “Silver” program signals. While we preferentially review applications from those who signal our program, we also consider applicants who do not signal us.

Total ACGME Approved Positions: 27
07 Fellows – Most recent Match 2025

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