Division of  Pulmonary, Allergy, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine

Sleep Medicine Fellowship Program

Overview

The University of Pittsburgh/UPMC Sleep Medicine Fellowship is a leading, ACGME-accredited program with a growing, multidisciplinary faculty spanning Pulmonary, Neurology, Pediatrics, Psychiatry/Psychology, Otolaryngology/Sleep Surgery, Family Medicine, and Dental Sleep. Our teams work closely across adult and pediatric centers—including VA and academic sites—to deliver excellent patient care and a diverse, hands-on educational experience, underscored by a commitment to high-quality education, a strong dedication to patient care, and a legacy of pioneering contributions to the field of Sleep Medicine.

Mission

Prepare sleep medicine leaders of the future through comprehensive, multidisciplinary training in sleep research, education, quality improvement, and leadership.

Key Points

  • Program at a Glance: One-year fellowship within Pitt/UPMC’s Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine; three fellows, including one fellow in a Sleep ENT Surgery Track, with a high faculty-to-fellow teaching ratio.
  • Breadth of Training: Adult and pediatric sleep medicine; insomnia; sleep-related breathing disorders (including hypoventilation/NIV); movement disorders; circadian rhythm disorders; and interdisciplinary pathways (ENT/sleep surgery, behavioral sleep medicine, dental sleep).
  • Clinics & Exposures: Adult and Pediatric Sleep Clinics; Mask-Fitting Clinic; Movement Disorder Sleep Clinic; Sleep Surgery Clinic; Dental Sleep Clinic; Behavioral Medicine (CBT-I/BBTI) Clinics at VA and UPMC; Complex Insomnia Clinic; Obesity/Weight-Management Clinic.
  • Various Tracks:
    • Leadership Track: Focused leadership series; participation in Sleep Lab operations/meetings; literacy in AASM standards and the business model for growing a sleep practice/lab.
    • Medical Education Pathway: Structured coursework and mentored teaching through University of Pittsburgh’s medical education resources (e.g., ICRE). Objective: develop clinician-educators who can design curricula, assess learners, deliver effective feedback, and produce publishable education scholarship.
  • Mentorship & Scholarship: Structured mentorship with options in education, quality/safety, and research, with protected time and clear deliverables.
  • Career Preparation: Dedicated board preparation, conference participation, and job-readiness support; graduates move into academic and high-impact clinical roles.
  • How to Apply: The program participates in NRMP; applications are submitted through ERAS.

3rd

AASM-Accredited (1978) Program

2 AASM

& 1 SRS Past Presidents

#4

in Sleep Publication in USA

“My experience during my Sleep Medicine fellowship at UPMC was deeply rewarding and played a key role in shaping me into a more well-rounded pulmonologist and critical care specialist. The training not only enhanced my understanding of complex sleep-related breathing disorders but also strengthened my ability to approach patients with a more comprehensive perspective. The attendings were exceptionally supportive and motivating, encouraging both clinical growth and professional confidence. Training in the United States at UPMC provided me with advanced knowledge and skills that I have been able to bring back to Puerto Rico, where I apply them to improve patient care and address healthcare disparities. This experience continues to influence my daily practice, allowing me to provide more thorough care to patients across pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine.”

Sulimar Morales Colon, MD

For more information, please contact: 

Brittany Manning
Fellowship Coordinator
412-648-3098
manningb2@upmc.edu