Application Process

We are committed to your safety. We offer virtual interview opportunities for all of our applicants. We will work with you to plan an educational and mutually beneficial interview experience.

We are currently recruiting for the 2026-2027 academic year. 

The following must be submitted to our Program Coordinator:  

• Completed College of American Pathologists (CAP) Fellowship Application 
• Current CV 
• Three letters of recommendation 
• Personal Statement 

Eligibility Requirements 

• Completion of an ACGME-accredited four-year AP/CP or three-year AP residency program.  
• Candidates must be board-eligible or certified in Anatomic Pathology (AP) or Anatomic and Clinical Pathology (AP/CP) by the American Board of Pathology.  
• Individuals accepted into the program must obtain an unrestricted permanent Ohio State Medical License before the program starts on July 1st.  

Visa Information

MetroHealth sponsors J-1 visas. At the discretion of the program, H-1B visas may be issued on a case-by-case basis but cannot be guaranteed to any applicant.

Nigmeh Salti, Program Coordinator
Surgical Pathology Fellowship Program
MetroHealth Medical Center
2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland, Ohio 44109
Phone: 216-778-5168
Email: [email protected]

Please Note: In the email subject line, please include the following:

• Last Name, First Name
• Name of Fellowship
• Year Applying For