Training Location:

St. Joseph's University Medical Center (SJUMC), located in Paterson, New Jersey, serves as the primary teaching site for the Gastroenterology Fellowship Program. It is the site of an ACGME-accredited Internal Medicine Residency Program under the academic self-sponsorship of St. Joseph's University Medical Center. The Medical Center maintains a comprehensive Division of Gastroenterology that offers a full spectrum of gastroenterological and hepatobiliary pathology and services. The Medical Center serves as a Level-Two Trauma Center for the State of New Jersey.

Our relatively new endoscopy suites were custom-designed to deliver safe and innovative care by utilizing cutting-edge technologies and medical equipment. Additionally, our Advanced Endoscopy suites recently underwent a state of the art expansion, allowing us to perform highly specialized, novel procedures and endoscopic surgeries.

The new endoscopy suites were unveiled during a ribbon cutting ceremony in April of 2023.

Population Served:

Training at St. Joseph’s University Medical Center affords our fellows the opportunity to serve a diverse population of pediatric, adult and geriatric patients.  Our patient population includes a wide array of ethnic, cultural, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Volunteer/Community Outreach

Our fellows have participated in volunteer efforts within the cities of Paterson and Wayne, New Jersey. Annual outreach programs provide our fellows an opportunity to give back to the community in which they train.  Outreaches in homeless shelters, rehabilitation programs, and annual walk-a-thons provide invaluable experience in character building and fostering compassion and camaraderie amongst our trainees, faculty, and the community-at-large.

Teaching Opportunities

Gastroenterology fellows are actively involved in the education of Internal Medicine residents and medical students.

Benefits

Competitive salary, health benefits, malpractice, short-term and long-term disability, and retirement savings plans are available.  On-site parking is provided.  St. Joseph’s University Medical Center, provides daycare/childcare services to its employees. 

Educational Resources

The Internal Review Board extends guidance and support to fellows with their research activities.  A designated Research Director is available to guide and assist fellows. The Medical Center sponsors an annual Research Day that highlights presentations from faculty and fellows.  On-site librarians offer personalized assistance with literature searches, inter-library loan, and reference services.  Well-appointed computer terminals are available to faculty, fellows, and employees. Fellows receive a generous educational stipend for conference attendance and reimbursement for books, journals, dues, and technology.

Our fellowship is known for its commitment to excellence in gastroenterology education and training. Gastroenterology is a field that constantly evolves, presenting new challenges and opportunities for innovation. Our program is designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and experiences necessary to excel in this dynamic specialty. Throughout your fellowship, you will work alongside leading experts in gastroenterology, witnessing firsthand their passion to educate and dedication to improve patient care.

Our curriculum encompasses a comprehensive range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in the management of complex gastrointestinal and hepatic disorders. You will engage in interactive didactic sessions, hands-on clinical training, research opportunities, and multidisciplinary conferences. We believe in fostering a supportive learning environment where collaboration, intellectual curiosity, and professional growth are nurtured. The fellowship experience is further enhanced by participation in local and national conferences, allowing trainees to showcase their research and engage with the gastroenterology community. Networking and establishing connections with peers and mentors will be invaluable as you advance in your career.

As the Program Director, my role is to guide and mentor you during these formative years. I am committed to ensuring that you receive the highest quality education, personalized attention, and mentorship from our esteemed faculty. I urge you to embrace this fellowship with enthusiasm, dedication, and a hunger for knowledge. Take advantage of the diverse clinical experiences available to you, and embody compassion, empathy, and integrity in your interactions with patients, colleagues, and staff alike.

Sincerely,

Walid Baddoura, MD
Program Director, Gastroenterology Fellowship

The Gastroenterology Fellowship at St. Joseph's University Medical Center is a comprehensive and immersive three-year training program designed to prepare physicians for a successful career in gastroenterology. As a testament to the strength of our program, we have been training gastroenterologists for almost 50 years. Our program offers a stimulating environment where fellows can acquire the knowledge, skills, and clinical expertise necessary to provide exceptional care to patients with gastrointestinal disorders. Our program offers comprehensive training in general endoscopic procedures, including: Colonoscopy, Upper Endoscopy (EGD), Push Enteroscopy, Endoscopic Mucosal Resection (EMR), and Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) in native and surgically altered anatomy. Additionally, fellows gain exposure to endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), double balloon enterosocpy (DBE), Direct Cholangioscopy (SpyGlass), Barrett’s Esophagus ablation and reflux management as well as third space endoscopic procedures.

Our fellowship provides hands-on experience in all aspects of gastroenterology, in the inpatient and outpatient settings as well as in the endoscopy suite. Under the guidance of experienced faculty, trainees actively participate in the diagnosis and treatment of a diverse range of gastrointestinal and liver diseases. We emphasize a multidisciplinary approach to promote a comprehensive understanding of gastroenterological conditions. The fellowship curriculum incorporates a robust didactic component to enhance fellows' knowledge base. Regular educational conferences cover a broad range of topics, including physiology, pathophysiology, emerging diagnostic and treatment modalities, as well as the practice of evidence-based medicine. We believe in fostering a culture of inquiry and innovation by providing resources,  mentorship and ancillary support to help our fellows pursue their research interests and contribute to the advancement of our specialty.

St. Joseph's University Medical Center strives to cultivate future leaders in gastroenterology by nurturing their professional development and helping them achieve their goals. Patient care lies at the heart of our program. Fellows develop strong communication skills, empathy, and a patient-centered approach to a diverse patient population. Our fellowship aims to produce well-rounded and proficient gastroenterologists who are capable of providing excellent and empathetic patient care. We invite passionate and devoted individuals to join our program and embark on a transformative journey that will shape their careers and impact the lives of those they serve.

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CBIZ KA  

CBIZ KA, a third-party vendor for St. Joseph’s Health, discovered a security incident involving CBIZ’s use of MOVEit Transfer software, which has impacted patients of St. Joseph’s Health. MOVEit Transfer is used by CBIZ KA in the regular course of business to securely transfer data files. CBIZ KA promptly launched an investigation, with the assistance of cybersecurity professionals, into the nature and scope of the MOVEit vulnerability. The identified vulnerability on the MOVEit Transfer server has been patched. CBIZ KA also reviewed the protocols in place with vendors to help prevent something like this from happening again.

For eligible individuals whose Social Security numbers may have been involved in the incident, CBIZ KA is offering complimentary credit monitoring and identity protection services through Kroll monitoring. If you have questions, call the CBIZ KA dedicated response line at (866) 547-6907, Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 6:30 pm Eastern time (excluding U.S. holidays).

DMS Health Technologies

St. Joseph’s Health has been informed that one of our vendors, DMS Health Technologies, discovered a data event that has impacted St. Joseph’s Health patients. The company, which provides mobile imaging services, has begun outreach to affected individuals. We encourage any impacted patient to monitor credit reports and account information and check for any unfamiliar activity.

For more information please read the notice by DMS at dmshealth.com/notice-of-data-event/.