Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship

Welcome to the Boston Medical Center / VA Boston Healthcare System Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship

We offer two premier fellowship programs which provide advanced training in the diagnosis and treatment of substance use and co-occurring psychiatric disorders. Since 1997, our programs have prepared psychiatrists for leadership roles in addiction treatment across diverse clinical settings.

Why Choose Our Fellowship Programs?

• Comprehensive clinical training across multiple renowned Boston institutions
• Expertise in evidence-based and innovative treatments including medication-assisted therapy
• Opportunities for research, teaching, and career development
• Specialized care for diverse populations including veterans, adolescents, pregnant women, and underserved communities

Training Sites

VA Boston Jamaica Plain Campus, Boston Medical Center, VA Bedford, and Brigham and Women’s Hospital — ensuring broad, expert exposure in addiction psychiatry.

Prepare for a Career in Addiction Psychiatry

Our fellows graduate with the skills and confidence to manage complex substance use disorders and co-occurring conditions, equipped for board certification and academic or clinical leadership.

We offer two programs:

• A one-year, ACGME accredited, PGY-5 Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship
• A two-year, VA-funded, Interprofessional Advanced Fellowship in Addiction Treatment*

For more information about the Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship programs please contact:

Kayla M. Sealy
GME Program Administrator
Kayla.Sealy@bmc.org

Michael Dawes, MD
Program Director
michael.dawes@va.gov

John Renner, Jr., MD
Associate Program Director
john.renner@va.gov

*has a special application process