1. Residencies & Fellowship Programs
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Nephrology Fellowship at The Mount Sinai Hospital

The Nephrology Fellowship at The Mount Sinai Hospital trains outstanding nephrologists to be leaders in the field, whether they pursue a career in academic, clinical practice, or industry. With more than 40 full-time faculty members and nearly $13 million in annual National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding, the Division of Nephrology provides unparalleled opportunities for clinical education and cutting-edge research. Our fellows have published more than 90 peer-reviewed publications in the past eight years, and our graduates consistently secure prestigious full-time academic positions and NIH-mentored career development awards.

The Mount Sinai Hospital’s unique location at the intersection of Manhattan's affluent and underserved neighborhoods provides fellows with exposure to an extraordinarily diverse patient population and complex cases. This distinctive training environment, combined with Mount Sinai's pioneering legacy in nephrology, offers an unmatched educational experience. Fellows benefit from specialized training opportunities in transplant nephrology, critical care, palliative medicine, home dialysis, glomerular disease/onconephrology, and geriatrics.

We understand that exceptional medical training requires more than just clinical excellence. Our program fosters a supportive, collaborative environment where fellows can thrive both professionally and personally. Under the guidance of our dedicated faculty, fellows have the opportunity to engage in groundbreaking research, provide sophisticated patient care across the Mount Sinai Health System, and develop the skills needed to become nephrology leaders. Our wellness program aims to ensure that fellows maintain a healthy work-life balance while pursuing their career goals and creates an atmosphere where innovation and compassionate care can go hand in hand.

How to Apply

All positions in our program are filled via the National Resident Matching Program. Interviews occur during the fall and the match results are released in early December. Applications must be submitted through the Electronic Residency Application Service®.  Application materials include:

  • Transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Personal statement
  • Headshot
  • Curriculum vitae
  • United States Medical Licensing Exam results

Consistent with Mount Sinai's commitment to a safe and drug-free environment for our patients and staff, all new employees, including trainees, are required to pass a drug-screening test prior to beginning employment. Accommodation will be made for those taking prescription drugs.

Meet the Director

Senior Fellows

IAN JARED DA SILVA-LUGO
IAN JARED DA SILVA-LUGO

Third Year Fellow (Home Dialysis)

DOUGLAS R FARRELL, MD
DOUGLAS R FARRELL, MD

Third Year Fellow (Transplant Nephrology)

JUSTINA L RAY, MD
JUSTINA L RAY, MD

Third Year Fellow (Research)

ABHINAYA SRIDHAR
ABHINAYA SRIDHAR

Third Year Fellow (Transplant Nephrology)

MADHUMITHA RAJAGOPAL
MADHUMITHA RAJAGOPAL

Second Year Fellow

MELISSA PAIGE NOTIS
MELISSA PAIGE NOTIS

Second Year Fellow

Noor Shahin, MD
Noor Shahin, MD

Second Year Fellow

Phoenix Xu, MD
Phoenix Xu, MD

Second Year Fellow

BEATRIZ ZAYAS GODOY
BEATRIZ ZAYAS GODOY

Second Year Fellow

SUNGSOO KIM
SUNGSOO KIM

Second Year Fellow

DHARNI J. PATEL
DHARNI J. PATEL

First Year Fellow

First Year Fellows

KISHAN RAO
KISHAN RAO

First Year Fellow

HARIHARASUDAN NATARAJAN
HARIHARASUDAN NATARAJAN

First Year Fellow

PRIYAL SAKHUJA
PRIYAL SAKHUJA

First Year Fellow

PUJITHA SONTI
PUJITHA SONTI

First year fellow

Staff

IRENE BEAULIEU
IRENE BEAULIEU

Administrative Coordinator 

CASSIDIE LEE DERRAS
CASSIDIE LEE DERRAS

Program Coordinator

CHIDINMA SANDRA OKAFOR
CHIDINMA SANDRA OKAFOR

Division Administrator

Nephrology at Mount Sinai

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Life as a Fellow

Our fellows enjoy on- and off-campus activities that nurture creativity, camaraderie, and community.

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