Pediatric Endocrinology Fellowship

Applicant Interview Homepage

 

Dear Applicants,

Thank you for applying to the Pediatric Endocrinology Fellowship Program at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. We're thrilled that you're interested in learning more about our program, our outstanding team, the vibrant state of Colorado, and all we have to offer.

This webpage is your central hub for resources and guidance as you prepare for your Virtual Interview Day with our Pediatric Endocrinology Team.

Although in-person interviews were long regarded as the gold standard in graduate medical education recruitment, the post-COVID-19 era has brought innovative changes. With advancements in technology and virtual platforms like Zoom, fellowship programs can now provide applicants with meaningful insight into their curriculum, clinical sites, and community in a more flexible and efficient way.

As a future partner in healthcare and medical education, we hope you find these resources helpful and informative. Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions as your virtual interview day approaches.

Warm regards,

The Pediatric Endocrinology Fellowship Team

13123 East 16th Avenue, Box 265 | Aurora, CO 80045 | Phone: 720-777-3187
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This tab provides useful resources to help you gain a better understanding of our fellowship program and its requirements.

We hope this website provides you with insightful and useful information about our Pediatric Endocrinology Fellowship. It is important for you to know that our program is committed to fostering inclusion, recruitment, and retention of a diverse workforce that meets the healthcare needs of children in the 21st century. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds (inclusive of age, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, and socioeconomic status) to apply to our program. Please feel free to reach out to us if you have questions about our diversity programs.

Application Process

To be eligible to enter a pediatric fellowship program at the University of Colorado, you must meet the minimum selection criteria described in the Graduate Medical Education Eligibility and Selection Policy.

The Pediatric Endocrinology Fellowship Program participates in the National Residency Matching Program.

All residents in GMEC-approved programs are required to successfully complete the USMLE Step 1 or COMLEX Step 1 examinations, and USMLE Step 2 (CK) or COMLEX Level 2 (CE and PE) examinations, as evidenced by obtaining a passing grade for that examination, before starting a residency.  Original transcripts must be provided 6 weeks before the incoming Trainee's start date.

All residents in GMEC-approved programs are required to successfully complete the USMLE Step 3 examination or COMLEX Level 3 examination, as evidenced by obtaining a passing grade for that examination, before the mid-point of the second post-graduate year (PGY2).

All fellows entering GMEC-approved programs must have completed the USMLE Step 3 examination or COMLEX Level 3 examination or the Canadian LMCC examination, as evidenced by obtaining a passing grade for that examination before starting a fellowship. 

International Medical Graduates, must meet the following criteria upon application to our fellowship program (no exceptions will be made):

  • Have a valid ECFMG Certificate.
  • Fellowship trainees in our program must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees, or possess the appropriate documentation to allow residents to legally train at the University of Colorado School of Medicine.
  • Minimum selection criteria.
  • The CU Anschutz School of Medicine recognizes that residents enrolled in its programs are trainees, not employees. As such, all applicants also must be able to meet the conditions of the institutional requirements.
  • Any other criteria as determined by the program.

Additional Resources:

  1. ABP Criteria for Sub-specialty Certification
  2. Eligibility and Selection
  3. Sample Training Agreement
  4. Work and Learning Environment Policy
  5. Prospective Resident Benefits Summary
  6. Diversity Matters Flyer

If you have specific questions about the application process or your eligibility, please email [email protected].

Virtual Interview Day - What to Expect

We're excited to meet you during this year's virtual interview season and share more about our program!

Interview Dates for the 2025-2026 Academic Year:

  1. Wednesday, August 20, 2025
  2. Thursday, September 4, 2025
  3. Friday, September 5, 2025
  4. Thursday, September 25, 2025
  5. Thursday, October 2, 2025

Our goal is to help ease any interview-day nerves by giving you a clear idea of what to expect.

General Overview:

  • Interviews will take place on Zoom from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm MST.
  • On the day of the interview, you will enter a main Zoom "lobby" before being placed into breakout rooms for a program overview session and individual interviews.
  • Each interview day includes interviews with four faculty from Children’s Hospital Colorado and the Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes.
  • Each faculty interview last about 30 minutes, with 10-minute breaks in between.
  • Only one faculty member will interview you per session.
  • A 5-minute warning will be provided before the end of each interview to allow for wrap-up and transition.
  • During breaks, you will return to the Zoom "lobby".
  • The Fellowship Program Coordinator will remain available in the main lobby throughout the day for any questions or technical help.

 

Sample Interview Day Schedule

All times listed below are in Denver/Mountain Standard Time (MST):

8:00 am – Welcome & Fellowship Overview by the Program Director or Associate Program Director

8:55 am –  Short break

9:00 am - 12:10 pm – Faculty interviews, each 30 minutes long with brief breaks between each session

12:10 - 12:15 pm – Short break

12:15 - 12:25 pm – Final Q&A session with the Program Director or Associate Program Director 

12:25 - 1:00 pm –  Virtual Lunch with our Pediatric Endocrinology Fellows

1:00 pm – Conclusion of Interview Day; applicants may log off

Virtual Fellows Lunch

During the interview day, you have the opportunity to meet our current fellows in a casual, informal Zoom session. This is a great change to ask questions and learn more about the program, our fellows, life in Colorado, and more-in a relaxed setting.

Additional Notes:  

Scheduling questions? Reach out to our program coordinator if you have questions about the interview schedule. 

Need extra time? If you need additional time built into the day (e.g., for pumping), please notify the coordinator in advance so we can adjust your schedule.

Zoom preparation: Test your Zoom audio and video beforehand (laptop or desktop preferred). Make sure you have a quiet, well-lit space with minimal distractions. The program coordinator will remain in the main Zoom lobby all day to help with any tech issues. 

Helpful links:

Program Questions (Before or After Interview Day):

Feel free to reach out to our fellowship team by email with any questions you may have. 

See our program contact information below:

Natalie Nokoff, MD, PhD

  • Associate Professor of Pediatrics
  • Pediatric Endocrinology Program Director
  • 13123 East 16th Avenue, Box 265
  • Aurora, CO 80045
  • [email protected]

Taylor M. Triolo, MD

  • Assistant Professor of Pediatrics
  • Pediatric Endocrinology Associate Program Director
  • 13123 East 16th Place, Box B265
  • Aurora, CO 80045
  • [email protected]

Carolina 'Lina' Jensen

  • Education Program Coordinator
  • Pediatric Endocrinology Fellowship
  • Pediatric Clinical Obesity and Nutrition Fellowship
  • 13123 East 16th Avenue, Box 265
  • Aurora, CO 80045
  • Phone: (720) 777-3187
  • [email protected]  

The Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes provides state-of-the-art diabetes care to >7,500 active patients: 4,600 children and 2,900 adults with diabetes from the Rocky Mountain Region as well as receiving national and international referrals. We provide inpatient care to patients with any type of diabetes who are seen at the Children’s Hospital Colorado. 

We also serve remote areas of the Rocky Mountain Region through our telemedicine program. The section of Pediatric Endocrinology also features clinical epidemiology studies including multicenter studies and trials with partners around the world. The Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes serves more than 90% of children living in Colorado with type 1 diabetes.

Children's Hospital Colorado (CHCO) is located in Aurora, CO, and is ranked No. 7 on the Best Children's Hospital Honor Roll for U.S. News and World Report. CHCO is a freestanding pediatric general medical and surgical facility that is nationally ranked in 10 pediatric specialties, including a No. 4 ranking for Pediatric Endocrinology among all programs nationally. CHCO is a teaching hospital located on the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO, a suburb of Denver.

The hospital's work is centered on its main campus, which includes a Level 1 trauma center. Patients also have access to emergency and urgent care services at multiple locations throughout the Denver metropolitan area.

Check out a few example work weeks for a Pediatric Endocrinology Fellow below:

 


 

An example day in the life of a Peds Endo Fellow on a Clinic Block: 

(Blocks are one-half month)

 

Example Week for a Peds Endo Fellow

 


 

An example day in the life of a Peds Endo Fellow on a Research Block: 

(Blocks are one-half month)

Peds Endo Day in the Life on Research Block

 


 

An example day in the life of a Peds Endo Fellow on a Inpatient Service Block: 

(Blocks are one-half month)

Peds Endo Day in the Life on Inpatient Service

Diversity Matters!

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion within our Program and our Section

 The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. We are committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

The Section of Pediatric Endocrinology believes Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are a core pillar of our team and our strategic plan. 

Learn about other important DHEI learning opportunities, initiatives, and resources offered by our fellowship program, department, hospital/clinics, and our campus here!

 

We look forward

to meeting you online!!!

Diversity / Equity / Inclusion

Diversity

The Department of Pediatrics believes that an environment of inclusiveness and respect promotes excellence, and that a setting where diversity is valued leads to the training of physicians who are prepared to practice culturally effective medicine and meet the needs of the various populations we serve.

 

Well-Being / Resilience

Be well

By embracing wellness and improving personal resiliency, physicians can reconnect with the meaning of their work and fend off stress. Reducing or eliminating burnout also has practical implications for the entire department such as improving patient safety, student advancement, and the overall campus environment.

Visit our Pediatric Well-Being and Resilience website.

 

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