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Gastroenterology Fellowship Program

The Gastroenterology Fellowship at Broward Health North offers rigorous clinical training and mentorship to prepare fellows for successful, patient-centered careers in digestive health.

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Welcome from the Program Director

Dear Candidate,

Welcome to the Gastroenterology Fellowship Program at Broward Health North! Our campus is located in Deerfield Beach, South Florida, just minutes from the beach and close to Fort Lauderdale, Miami, and West Palm Beach. It sits in the heart of a diverse community—an area unique in the country.

The Broward Health system is among the twenty largest public health systems in the United States. Broward Health North is a 409-bed Level II Trauma Center, while Broward Health Medical Center is a 716-bed Level I Trauma Center with extensive subspecialty services in both medical and surgical fields. We are delighted that you are considering our program as the next step in your medical training. You have worked hard, and the next three years will become the foundation for how you approach and practice medicine.

The Gastroenterology Fellowship at Broward Health North is a three-year, ACGME-accredited program that provides comprehensive training, education, and mentorship to help you become a successful, independent, and respected gastroenterologist in any practice setting. Our curriculum combines high-value didactic and practical components to support the development of clinical expertise in diagnosing, treating, and preventing gastrointestinal, pancreato-biliary, and liver diseases through patient care, research, and education. This rigorous training is delivered in an environment that prioritizes the well-being and professional development of our fellows.

We are proud to have esteemed physicians and highly regarded researchers as part of our fellowship leadership and faculty. Their wide range of interests includes disorders of the liver and pancreas, functional bowel disease, gastrointestinal cancer, hepatology, inflammatory bowel disease, motility disorders, therapeutic and advanced endoscopy, and healthcare disparities. We are thrilled to be part of your future journey.

We welcome you to get to know us better and invite you to consider training at Broward Health North.

Aryama Sharma, MD
Program Director
Gastroenterology Fellowship Program

Director: Aryama Sharma, MD

Coordinator: Marlin Silber

Contact: 954-876-2592
[email protected]

About the Program

The mission of the fellowship is to educate fellows to improve patient care in the subspecialty of Gastroenterology. Our slogan is “Patient First.” We aim to recruit fellows with a strong academic background who also demonstrate compassion for patients.

Broward Health is a community teaching hospital, and the fellowship is a clinically oriented program that upholds a high standard of training in both the cognitive and technical skills required of a gastroenterologist. Our goal is to train gastroenterologists who possess the skills and attitudes necessary to deliver the highest quality expert care to patients in our community. The program aligns with the overall mission of its sponsoring institution and places a strong emphasis on evidence-based medicine.

Our program aims to train fellows in both clinical and investigative skills, preparing them to become future leaders in Gastroenterology capable of meeting the evolving needs of their patients.

Fellows Will Receive:

  • Training in skilled endoscopy, including upper endoscopy, colonoscopy, esophageal manometry, pH monitoring, wireless capsule endoscopy, biliary endoscopy, and exposure to endoscopic ultrasound.
  • Training in the cognitive aspects of consultative Gastroenterology and Hepatology.
  • A multidisciplinary approach with collaboration among pathology, diagnostic and therapeutic radiology, gastrointestinal surgery, and transplant surgery.
  • Training in inpatient care, outpatient clinics, and research laboratories.
  • Opportunities to teach and mentor residents, interns, medical students, and fellow peers.
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Philosophy and Expectations

The Gastroenterology Fellowship Program at Broward Health North plays a significant role in delivering high-quality patient care and holds a critical responsibility in the education of other trainees within the department. As such, we seek a diverse and inquisitive group of fellows who:

  • Share our values of clinical excellence and uphold the highest professional standards in both clinical and academic settings.
  • Are deeply committed to the welfare of their patients and the broader community we serve.
  • Aspire to be positive role models and lead by example.
  • Thrive in a collegial and rigorous learning environment.
  • Value diversity among their peers and patients.
  • Embrace curiosity and are eager to seek questions as well as answers.
  • Find fulfillment in educating patients and fellow trainees.
  • Are excited to develop lifelong learning habits and strong analytical skills.
  • Have a genuine desire to collaborate with our faculty to enhance patient care and advance our fellowship training program.

The strength of the Gastroenterology Fellowship Program rests in the diversity of our patient population and a department devoted to academic and clinical excellence. This commitment produces graduates who are exceptionally well-prepared in gastroenterology, with clinical and didactic skills that empower them to succeed across various practice settings.

Applications

The Gastroenterology Fellowship Program at Broward Health North participates in the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) for all positions.

  • ERAS ID: 1892140C1
  • NRMP #: 1892144F0
  • Program Code: 1441114003 (Categorical)
  • Positions Available: 2 Total

We currently consider applicants who require J-1 Visa sponsorship and those with Employment Authorization Documents (EAD).

Meet Our Faculty and Fellows

Meet the committed fellows and accomplished faculty of our Gastroenterology Fellowship Program. Our fellows bring energy, compassion and a drive to learn while our faculty offer guidance, experience and a deep dedication to shaping the next generation of gastroenterologists.
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Program Leadership

Satya Singh, MD - Associate Program Director

Dr. Satya Singh is double board-certified in gastroenterology and internal medicine and has over thirty-four years of experience. He completed his fellowship training program at New York Medical College. Dr. Singh has extensive training in clinical gastroenterology and nutrition laser therapy for GI malignancies and GI bleeding: Diagnostic and therapeutic ERCP: Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy placement and more.