Application Requirements

1. Watch a tour of the Pathology Department
2. Read the Application Criteria below
3. Schedule a virtual interview

We currently have 1 open position for 2026-2027.

Applications will be accepted from July 1 until December 31 two years prior to the intended fellowship year, which begins July 1, 2026.

–Standardized Application for Pathology Fellowship Form

-Candidates must be board-certified or board eligible in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology. Candidates must be eligible for a full physician South Dakota licensure.

-Completion of an ACGME-accredited Pathology Residency

-Board Eligibility in AP or AP/CP Pathology

-Successful completion of USMLE Steps 1, 2, 3 within a seven year window. USMLE Certified Transcript required

-Personal Statement of Interest in the Surgical Pathology Fellowship

-Three letters of recommendation sent directly to the program from the referring individual, this includes a letter of recommendation from your residency program director

-Curriculum vitae

-Copy of ECFMG certificate if you are a foreign medical graduate

-Have acceptable VISA status, copy of current visa (if applicable)

-Verification on training and copy of Residency Graduate Certificate

All required documents should be emailed to PathologyResidency@sanfordhealth.org

All applications are reviewed by Surgical Pathology Fellowship faculty prior to invitation to interview.

• Available interview dates will be conveyed to candidates by invitation
• Applicants will interview with the Program Director and at least one other faculty member
• Interview schedule will be e-mailed following confirmation of interview date