Overview
Our fellowship offers advanced training in breast imaging at our state-of-the-art high-volume breast imaging centers in New York City. Annually, our department performs nearly 90,000 breast imaging studies, including over 40,000 mammograms, 30,000 breast ultrasounds, and 5,000 breast MRIs. We perform over 7,000 image-guided procedures each year. We also offer abbreviated breast MRI and contrast-enhanced mammography for supplemental breast cancer screening. Fellows develop expertise in all breast imaging modalities and procedures required to provide the complete spectrum of care.
Curriculum
A typical schedule includes 40 weeks of breast imaging, 8 weeks of elective, and 4 weeks of vacation. There is no required call.
On clinical rotations, fellows actively interpret screening and diagnostic mammography, breast ultrasound, and breast MRI. Fellows perform stereotactic, ultrasound, MRI and CEM-guided breast biopsies as well as preoperative I-125 radioactive seed and wire localizations.
Fellows present imaging at our weekly breast multidisciplinary conference attended by Breast Surgery, Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, and Pathology. Fellows also rotate with our multidisciplinary colleagues during their elective block.
Education and Research
This fellowship offers a broad spectrum of educational experiences and research opportunities. Our weekly dedicated fellow conference consists of didactic faculty lectures, journal club, interesting case conference, radiology-pathology conference and division research meetings. Fellows are encouraged to attend our monthly WCM Department of Radiology Grand Rounds, annual WCM John A. Evans Alumni Day Symposium, annual WCINYP Breast/Community Health Fair, and local NYC radiology meetings hosted by the New York Breast Imaging Society and New York Roentgen Society.
The WCM Breast Imaging division is actively engaged in research, society leadership, and community outreach. Fellows are encouraged to collaborate with faculty on publications and present at national radiology conferences.
Benefits and Wellness
We offer a competitive salary, a generous academic fund, a wellness stipend, and additional conference funding to our fellows. Many social events are hosted throughout the year by the WCM Department of Radiology including a welcome party, holiday party, and graduation reception.
Application Process
Our program participates in the Society of Breast Imaging Fellowship Match Program. To apply, please submit your application through FellowshipsCAS. Please contact our Program Coordinator Michelle DeLorenzo (mib2045@med.cornell.edu) with any questions.
Program Director: Kristen Coffey, MD krc9028@med.cornell.edu
Associate Program Director: Marina Corines, MD mjc9030@med.cornell.edu
NRMP Program Code: 1492R02F0