The out-of-hospital care fellowship at IU School of Medicine provides a robust pre-hospital EMS educational experience, preparing fellows to become leaders in the field.

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Emergency Medical Services Fellowship

The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Fellowship at Indiana University School of Medicine is a one-year, ACGME-accredited program that provides a robust prehospital EMS educational experience. Learners are immersed in all aspects of prehospital medicine, gaining the knowledge and skills to become a well-rounded physician leader in emergency medical services. The IU School of Medicine EMS Fellowship partners with all key EMS stakeholders in Indianapolis and surrounding communities, including:

Indianapolis Emergency Medical Services (the largest provider of EMS services in Indiana)
Indianapolis Fire Department
Indiana University Health Lifeline Critical Care Transport
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department

How to Apply

Prospective fellows must submit their applications to Mark Liao, MD and Colleen Friedly by Aug. 31, 2025. Applications must include a letter of intent/personal statement, two letters of recommendation and curriculum vitae.

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Curriculum

Didactics are held every Wednesday from 1-4 p.m. There is a blend of textbook review, journal club and presentations from subject matter experts.

Facilities

Fellows are fully integrated within the Department of Emergency Medicine Division of Out-of-Hospital Care (EMS), as well as all agencies that our EMS division oversees.