Old Dominion University
The Old Dominion University Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) fellowship in Norfolk, VA is listed by AAMC with ERAS status “Participating” for the 2027 cycle. Use the official program page for curriculum, training sites, eligibility, and current contacts.
About the program
One-year specialized ODU geriatric medicine fellowship training at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, the Hampton VA, Glennan Center consultation clinics, Sentara PACE and post-acute and long-term care facilities. Weekly case conferences, core topic reviews, journal clubs, board review, Most Difficult Case conferences, grand rounds, Research Day and a faculty development series; a combined IM-geriatrics residency is also offered.
Summarized from the program’s official website. Confirm details with the program.
Program highlights
- Applications through ERAS and the NRMP; US citizens, green card holders or J-1; 15 days paid vacation and at least six weeks of paid family leave.
PGY salaries
Published annual salaries or stipends in USD for the academic year shown. Check the notes and official source for included allowances, separate benefits, and effective dates. Institution schedules apply only where the program confirms coverage.
| Level | Academic year | Annual salary (USD) | Applies to | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PGY-4 | 2026-2027 | $75,601.00 | Program | Official salary schedule |
Sources and verification
Research last checked November 2, 2026. Missing information is not an estimate.
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Program leadership and contact
- Program director
- Bahar Niknejad, MD
- Program coordinator
- Melody W. Johnson, DHSc, MPH
- Associate Program Director
- M.C. Galicia-Castillo, MD
- Address
- P.O. Box 1980, Norfolk, VA 23501
- johnsomw@odu.edu
- Phone
- 757-446-5864
Program and application links
Review the official program page for training sites, curriculum, eligibility, required documents, deadlines, interview policy, visa sponsorship, and current openings.
About Geriatric Medicine fellowship training
Geriatric Medicine is a fellowship that most applicants enter after an ACGME-accredited residency in Internal Medicine. Some specialties accept other pathways, so confirm eligibility with the program and the certifying board before applying.
Fellowships in geriatric medicine typically last 1 year.
General information about the specialty, not a statement about this program. Confirm details with the program.
How to apply to this fellowship
- Check that this specialty’s fellowship match runs through the NRMP Specialties Matching Service, and note its registration and ranking dates; fellowship calendars differ from the residency Match.
- Apply through ERAS (or the application service this specialty uses) with the documents the program lists.
- If you interview here, rank the program in the match by the specialty’s deadline.
Deadlines, required documents, interview policy and visa sponsorship differ between programs and years. The program’s own website is the authority.
Prepare your application
- The NRMP Residency Match, explained
- Residency interview preparation: a four-week plan and question bank
- Residency interview strategies for USMLE candidates
- How to create a resume or CV for residency
- The Dean's letter (MSPE): what it is and how to get it from your medical school
- After the interview: highlight your strengths and send thank-you letters
- NRMP ranking algorithm & rank-list strategy
- Save money on USMLE and interview travel
- Study books by exam
- International medical graduates: ECFMG and visas
Questions to ask this program
Strong applicants use the interview to learn how a program trains its fellows. Questions worth asking:
- How is clinical training balanced with research or scholarly time, and is that time protected?
- What procedures or skills will I be expected to master, and how are they assessed?
- Where do recent fellows work after graduation? Ask for recent examples.
- How is the fellowship funded, and will I have a research mentor from the first year?
- Are there moonlighting opportunities, and what are the call expectations?
- What benefits, parental leave and wellness support does the program provide?
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Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to the Old Dominion University Geriatric Medicine fellowship?
This directory lists the program in the NRMP Specialties Matching Service. Use the program and application links on this page for the current instructions, deadlines and required documents.
How long is the Old Dominion University Geriatric Medicine fellowship?
The program length recorded for this entry is 1 year. Confirm it with the program.
How many positions does the Old Dominion University Geriatric Medicine fellowship offer?
The number of positions is not recorded here. Ask the program or check the match service’s program listing for the current cycle.
What does the Old Dominion University Geriatric Medicine fellowship pay?
Published salaries are listed in the PGY salaries table on this page, with the academic year and official source.