Allergy, Asthma and Immunology Fellowship

This two-year, ACGME-accredited program trains fellows to evaluate, diagnose and treat complex allergic and immunologic disorders. The program has a well-rounded focus, exposing trainees to such diverse disciplines as pediatric immunodeficiency, autoimmunity, head and neck surgery, pulmonary physiology and dermatology. 

Adult and pediatric allergy and clinical immunology

Fellows rotate within Scripps Health, UCSD and Rady Children’s Hospital. The first year of fellowship is clinically focused and the second year is primarily research-based. Ongoing collaborations with Scripps Research, UCSD and the La Jolla Institute for Immunology have provided exceptional opportunities for fellows. As a participating site in the NIH-funded K2 program, Scripps Clinic Allergy and Immunology fellows are eligible to extend their training for additional research years, if desired.  


Our eight clinical faculty are recognized as international experts in allergic diseases, have published over 700 peer reviewed articles, and hold leadership positions in the AAAAI, ACAAI, WSAAI and ABAI. The Scripps Clinic Allergy and Immunology Division is recognized as a World Allergy Organization Center of Excellence and has a Center of Excellence designation from the American Initiative of Mast Cell Diseases (AIM). Our trainees have generally gone into clinical practice but also have entered careers in academia, the pharmaceutical industry and with the Food and Drug Administration.


Take an in-depth look at our program

Salaries and benefits

PGY IV year - $100,202

PGY V year - $104,653

PGY VI year - $109,190

PGY VII year - $113,688


Salary scale 2026-2027 (PDF, 59 KB)

Insurance


  • Health and dental insurance plans are available for fellows and their dependents for a minimal cost. Fellows may participate in the Scripps Wellness program to reduce their health care premiums. Confidential counseling and psychological support services are available on request.
  • Life insurance coverage, up to $1,000,000, is available for fellows and their dependents.
  • Long-term disability insurance, at Scripps rates, is available for purchase. State Disability Insurance is paid by the fellow. The State of California requires this contribution.
  • Fellows are covered by malpractice insurance while performing services within the scope of their training at Scripps Clinic. The liability limit is $5,000,000 per claim/$5,000,000 annually. Tail coverage is provided.


Educational expenses


  • Scripps provides an educational expense allowance annually to each fellow for professional meetings and conferences, books and journals, professional dues and other educational expenses.


Vacations and leave


  • Fellows receive 20 vacation days annually. Six paid sick days are allotted annually. Parental and other leaves of absence follow Scripps policy and California State Law. Substantial absences may necessitate additional rotations to complete training.


Other benefits


  • Lab coats and scrubs are provided and laundered by Scripps
  • Paid parking in the adjacent gated and covered structure is provided at no cost
  • A full-service cafeteria is located in the hospital
  • Call rooms are provided
  • Scripps Health non-profit 501(c)(3) – Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) programs

How to apply

Applicants interested in Allergy, Asthma and Immunology Fellowship should apply using the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).


Required application materials include:


  • Completed ERAS application
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Personal statement
  • Three endorsement letters (one from a residency program director and two from subspecialty faculty members)
  • Medical school transcript
  • ECFMG certificate (if applicable)
  • USMLE or Comlex transcript


The Allergy and Immunology fellowship participates in the Medical Specialties Matching Program (MSMP) of the National Residency Matching Program (NRMP).


Eligibility requirements


Applicants must:


  • Have completed, or expect to complete, an ACGME-accredited residency program
  • Meet all licensure and certification requirements
  • Obtain a California Physician's and Surgeon's License and DEA certificate prior to the start of fellowship training.


Please note that Scripps Clinic does not sponsor J-1 or H-1 visas.

Contact us

Contact Dawn Curtis at 858-554-3200 or email curtis.dawn@scrippshealth.org.