Psychosocial Oncology Fellowship Track
Part of the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and VA Boston Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry Fellowship
ACGME-Accredited
2027–2028 academic year
Program Overview
The Dana-Farber Psychosocial Oncology Fellowship Track provides advanced training in consultation-liaison psychiatry and the psychiatric care of adults with cancer and serious illness.
Offered through the one-year Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) and VA Boston Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry Fellowship, the track includes specialized clinical experiences at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and prepares fellows to care for patients across the cancer continuum. Fellows develop expertise in psychiatric assessment, psychopharmacology, psychotherapy, interdisciplinary collaboration, palliative care, urgent consultation, teaching, and scholarly work.
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Beginning in July 2027, the psychosocial oncology track will move to the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) and VA Boston Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry Fellowship. Applicants for the 2027–2028 academic year should apply through the BIDMC and VA Boston C-L Psychiatry Fellowship Program. For fellows entering in July 2027 and beyond, oncology-focused clinical training will take place at Dana-Farber, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, the VA Boston Healthcare System, and Mount Auburn Hospital. Current fellows in the Dana-Farber psychosocial oncology track will remain in the existing Brigham and Women’s Hospital-affiliated program. |
Program Details
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Training & Curriculum This oncology-focused track offers patient and outpatient experience in the psychiatric care of patients with cancer, mentorship, didactics, and scholarly opportunities. Explore the curriculum.
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Application Information Applicants for the 2027–2028 academic year should refer to the BIDMC-VA Boston Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry Fellowship page for additional information and application instructions. Application deadline: November 14, 2026. |
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Contact Joshua Leo, MD, MPH: jleo@bidmc.harvard.edu Katiuska Ramirez, MD: kramire1@bidmc.harvard.edu Larkin Kao, MD, FACLP: larkin.kao@va.gov |
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Training & Curriculum
This oncology-focused track offers experience in the psychiatric care of patients with cancer in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Fellows train in a multidisciplinary environment, with close supervision and mentorship from faculty at Dana-Farber, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and VA Boston.
Clinical experience includes:
- Inpatient consultation-liaison psychiatry for hospitalized oncology patients
- Longitudinal outpatient psychiatry experience in Dana-Farber integrated oncology clinics
- Collaboration with palliative care and other supportive oncology services
Educational experiences include:
- Psychosocial oncology seminar and case-based learning
- Psychosocial oncology grand rounds
- Consultation-liaison psychiatry fellowship didactics
- Selected palliative care educational conferences and interdisciplinary case discussions
Opportunities are available for scholarly work, quality improvement, teaching, and presentation.
Program Faculty
Faculty leadership includes:
John Peteet, MDSite Director |
Stephanie Tung, MDAssociate Site Director |
Damien Miran, MDInpatient Consultation-Liaison Director |
Timothy Steinhoff, MDOutpatient Clinic Director |
Michelle Jacobo, PhDOutpatient Clinic Director |
Carrie Wu, MDCollaborative Care Director |
Eligibility & Application
Applicants must have completed, or be on track to complete, an ACGME-accredited general adult psychiatry residency.
The fellowship participates in the National Resident Matching Program. For application instructions and complete program information, please visit the BIDMC-VA Boston Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry Fellowship page.
Why Dana-Farber Cancer Institute?
The Forefront of Cancer Care
Train in a leading cancer-focused environment shaped by innovation and discovery. Gain experience with complex cases, advanced treatments, and multidisciplinary care.
Expert Mentorship
Learn from expert faculty and clinical leaders advancing oncology. Build expertise, pursue your interests, and prepare for the next stage of your career.
Boston’s World-Class Medical Hub
Immerse yourself in Boston’s renowned medical and academic community, surrounded by leading hospitals, research institutions, and universities.