The primary goal of the first year of the fellowship is to become proficient in the clinical care of pediatric patients with pulmonary conditions in both the inpatient and outpatient setting. The year includes 6 - 8 weeks of electives, 4 weeks of vacation, and year-long longitudinal clinical experiences in outpatient pediatric pulmonology, sleep medicine, chest radiology, respiratory care and bronchoscopy. Fellows attend multiple conferences, which are outlined in greater detail in the curriculum tab. 

The goal of the second year of fellowship is to become proficient at reviewing the biomedical literature, developing an appropriate research question, and generating effective research plans and methods. During this time, fellows begin performing research under the close mentorship of an experienced, independent investigator. Fellows are expected to continue to develop and strengthen their clinical skills, grow their panel of continuity patients, and provide 2 - 4 weeks of inpatient coverage. Fellows also become part of the rich network of research at Mass General and have access to courses and training at Harvard via Harvard Catalyst. 

During the third year, fellows continue to build their research skills with the goal of becoming proficient at implementing research methods and techniques, collecting and analyzing data, interpreting results and presenting research findings in oral and written formats. Third-year fellows continue to strengthen their clinical skills, care for continuity patients, and provide 2 - 4 weeks of inpatient coverage.