Immunology/Allergy

The goal of this program at SickKids and the University of Toronto is to generate sub-specialists in Paediatric Clinical Immunology and Allergy who will provide expert consultation in the investigation, diagnosis and management of conditions involving the immune system. Clinically, the program offers extensive inpatient and outpatient learning experiences through efficiently structured rotations, rounds, and clinics that are embedded with well-organized academic content. There is extensive exposure to diagnosis and management of primary immunodeficiencies with a high level of case diversity, with strong links with the Adult Clinical Immunology and Allergy residency program at St Michaels's Hospital. The program is committed to the incorporation of research training into the program. The accomodating and experienced staff, diverse patient population, availability of cutting edge resources and an office with personal working space, all provide the trainees with an excellent learning environment.

The Hospital for Sick Children, St. Michael's Hospital, and community clinics.

The Division of Immunology and Allergy offers a 3-year Clinical Fellowship to International residents. The 1st and 2nd year have a fixed curriculum, while the 3rd year is dedicated to Research in Immunodeficiency and Transplantation.

This 3-year program is available to eligible international fellows who have completed their certification in Paediatrics or Internal Medicine or are already in the Immunology & Allergy stream in their home country. These positions are dependent on the availability of funding.

The clinical fellowship in Advanced Food Allergy offers clinicians the opportunity to pursue comprehensive and in-depth training in the diagnosis and management of food allergy. This is a 1-year full time position that is open to Canadian and international physicians who have completed an accredited subspecialty training program in Clinical Immunology & Allergy (or its equivalent).

Training Setting

SickKids, located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada and affiliated with the University of Toronto, is Canada's largest and one of the world’s leading paediatric academic health- care institutions.  

As innovators in child health, SickKids improves the health of children by integrating care and research. SickKids is one of only two centres in Canada that has been designated as a World Allergy Organization (WAO) Center of Excellence, which recognizes the innovative clinical, educational, and research work that is performed by the clinicians and scientists within the Division of Allergy & Immunology.  

The Allergy Clinic is a referral clinic for the diagnosis and management of children with complex allergic diseases including multiple food allergies and patients with complex medical conditions followed by SickKids who require an allergy assessment. The clinic provides allergy consultations, testing, and challenges as needed.  

The Food Immunotherapy Clinic offers longitudinal care and immunotherapy, which is an emerging and important treatment option for patients with food allergies. 

Clinical Training

The fellowship offers the successful candidate the opportunity to be a fully integrated team member in the Allergy and Food Immunotherapy clinics at SickKids. The fellowship will allow the trainee to enhance their knowledge and skills in the advanced care of children with food allergy, including medically complex patients, multiple food allergies, severe atopy, advanced diagnostics, and cutting-edge treatments.  

Trainees will participate longitudinally in the Allergy and Food Immunotherapy clinics and may be required to participate in overnight, weekend and holiday calls. Clinical supervision will be provided by staff within the Division of Allergy & Immunology with regular assessments, observation and feedback provided. 

Research Training

The trainee will have the opportunity to develop and pursue scholarly activities related to food allergy with protected time and research mentorship. Scholarly activities can include participation in clinical research trials, laboratory work and/or quality improvement, and will be supervised by a clinical or research staff. 

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants from the Paediatrics or Internal Medicine stream are welcome to apply. The fellowship accepts Canadian and international applicants, although preference will be given to Canadian applicants. 

Applicants must: 

• Be a holder of a Medical Doctor (MD) degree or equivalent 
• Have successfully completed a subspecialty residency program in Clinical Immunology & Allergy accredited by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC) or equivalent accredited training prior to the start of the fellowship 
• Be eligible for, or have written the RCPSC subspecialty examination in Clinical Immunology & Allergy or equivalent 
• Be eligible for an educational medical license in the province of Ontario. 

Previous research or academic scholarly experience is not required but will be considered an asset. 

Salary and Start Date

This position is fully funded by the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Program at SickKids at a rate equivalent to PGY5/6 level with benefits. 

The start date will be determined by the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Program. 

How to Apply

Interested individuals should email their appplicaton, preferably in PDF format, to Dr. Vy Kim, Program Director, care off Rossoula Cockfield, Training Program Coordinator,  cia.education@sickkids.ca by October 1, 2026.

Please enclose the following in your application:

• A statement of interest highlighting your reasons for applying to the fellowship
• Your updated CV,
• A list of your credentials
• Three letters of support
• Demonstration of English proficiency, if required.

Applicants will be notified if they are selected for an interview. For additional information or questions, contact Rossoula Cockfield, Training Program Coordinator, at cia.education@sickkids.ca 

There are many opportunities for trainees to participate in research activities. Based on their area of interest (Immunology or Allergy), residents will be mentored by a faculty member with knowledge and experience in that field. A Research Coordinator meets with residents every six months to assess their progress with their scholarly activities and provide support as needed.

Formal evaluations are completed for each rotation. Resident also have regular work-based assessments and feedback. A Competence Committee reviews each resident's evaluations and reports back to the Program Director, who meets with residents twice yearly to review their progress in the program.

Trainee input is highly valued in the program. Trainees have the opportunity to participate in various committees such as the Training Program Committee, Selection sub-committee and Wellness sub-committee

Weekly academic half-day, Post clinic Immunology sessions, post clinic allergy sessions, journal clubs etc. AAAAI annual meeting and the CSACI annual meeting.

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Elective opportunities are mainly catered to residents and subspecialty residents within Canada. The process involves obtaining approval for a certain block followed by online application to the University of Toronto elective website at https://electives.pgme.utoronto.ca.

Due to space constaints and shortage of resources, we are unable to provide observership opportunities.

Training Program Director

Dr. Vy Kim

Phone: (416) 813-8626

E-mail: vy.kim@sickkids.ca

Program Coordinator – Education

Rossoula Cockfield

Phone: (416) 813 8626

E-mail: ross.cockfield@sickkids.ca