Department of Pediatrics

• Expert Assessment: Demonstrate the ability to perform comprehensive histories and physical exams tailored to developmental stages (neonatal to adolescent).
• Differential Diagnosis: Formulate precise diagnostic plans for complex pediatric cases using evidence-based medical reasoning.
• Procedural Competency: Master life-saving skills, including pediatric advanced life support (PALS), lumbar punctures, and neonatal resuscitation. 

• Systemic Proficiency: Deep understanding of pediatric subspecialties such as Cardiology, Neonatology, and Infectious Diseases.
• Preventative Health: Expert knowledge in childhood immunizations, nutrition, and growth monitoring to prevent long-term morbidity. 

• Critical Appraisal: Ability to evaluate clinical literature and integrate new findings into daily practice.
• Scientific Contribution: Completion of original research or a clinical audit, often required for graduation from the KSU Fellowship. 

• Family-Centered Care: Effectively communicating sensitive diagnoses to parents and involving families in shared decision-making.
• Child Advocacy: Recognizing and managing cases of child abuse or neglect and promoting child health within the Saudi community. 

• An MBBS certificate or equivalent from a recognized university.
• An Internship certificate.
• Proof of passing the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS) admission matching system.
• Successful completion of an oral interview

KSU Fellowship in Pediatrics (Clinical Track)

Duration: 4 Years (Full-Time Residency Program)
Program Level: Postgraduate Clinical Training (Equivalent to Clinical Master’s/Doctorate in Professional Standing)

First Year – Junior Residency (R1)

Core Rotations:

• General Pediatrics Ward

• Pediatric Emergency Medicine

• Basic Neonatology

Training Focus:

• Initial clinical exposure

• Assessment and management of common pediatric conditions

• Development of core clinical and communication skills

Second Year – Junior Residency (R2)

Core Rotations:

• General Pediatrics

• Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

• Pediatric Emergency Room (ER)

Training Focus:

• Expanded responsibility in patient care

• Advanced diagnostic and management skills

• Increased involvement in multidisciplinary teams

Third Year – Senior Residency (R3)

Specialized Rotations:

• Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)

• Pediatric Cardiology

• Pediatric Infectious Diseases

Training Focus:

• Subspecialty exposure

• Leadership in clinical decision-making

• Supervision of junior residents

Fourth Year – Senior Residency (R4)

Advanced Rotations:

• Advanced Pediatric Subspecialties

• Elective Subspecialty Rotations

Training Focus:

• Senior leadership roles in patient management

• Independent clinical practice under supervision

• Preparation for consultant-level pediatric practice

-Subspecialty Fellowship Programs :

For those who have already completed a general residency, KSU offers specialized fellowships which function as advanced postgraduate degrees:

Pediatric Cardiology – 2 Years
First Year – First Semester
PEDC101 – Pediatric Cardiology Clinical Rotation – 6 Credit Hours
PEDC102 – Pediatric Cardiology Research – 3 Credit Hours

First Year – Second Semester
PEDC103 – Pediatric Cardiology Clinical Rotation – 6 Credit Hours
PEDC104 – Pediatric Cardiology Electives – 3 Credit Hours

Second Year – First Semester
PEDC201 – Advanced Pediatric Cardiology Procedures – 6 Credit Hours
PEDC202 – Research & Case Studies – 3 Credit Hours

Second Year – Second Semester
PEDC203 – Pediatric Cardiology Advanced Clinical Rotation – 6 Credit Hours
PEDC204 – Fellowship Project/Thesis – 3 Credit Hours

Pediatric Infectious Diseases – 2 Years
First Year – First Semester
PEDI101 – Clinical Pediatric Infectious Diseases – 5 Credit Hours
PEDI102 – Microbiology Laboratory Rotation – 2 Credit Hours

First Year – Second Semester
PEDI103 – Clinical Pediatric Infectious Diseases – 5 Credit Hours
PEDI104 – Research Methodology & Project – 2 Credit Hours

Second Year – First Semester
PEDI201 – Advanced Infectious Diseases Clinical Rotation – 5 Credit Hours
PEDI202 – Specialized Microbiology Studies – 2 Credit Hours

Second Year – Second Semester
PEDI203 – Pediatric Infectious Diseases Electives – 5 Credit Hours
PEDI204 – Research Project/Thesis – 2 Credit Hours

Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition – 3 Years
First Year – First Semester
PEDG101 – Pediatric Gastroenterology Clinical Rotation – 6 Credit Hours
PEDG102 – Nutrition & Metabolism Studies – 3 Credit Hours

First Year – Second Semester
PEDG103 – Hepatology Clinical Rotation – 6 Credit Hours
PEDG104 – Research Methodology – 3 Credit Hours

Second Year – First Semester
PEDG201 – Advanced Gastroenterology Procedures – 6 Credit Hours
PEDG202 – Clinical Case Studies & Research – 3 Credit Hours

Second Year – Second Semester
PEDG203 – Hepatology & Nutrition Clinical Rotation – 6 Credit Hours
PEDG204 – Fellowship Research Project – 3 Credit Hours

Third Year – First Semester
PEDG301 – Pediatric Gastroenterology & Hepatology Electives – 6 Credit Hours
PEDG302 – Advanced Clinical Research – 3 Credit Hours

Third Year – Second Semester
PEDG303 – Specialized Clinical Training – 6 Credit Hours
PEDG304 – Thesis / Final Research Project – 3 Credit Hours

Pediatric Neurology – 3 Years
First Year – First Semester
PEDN101 – Pediatric Neurology Clinical Rotation – 6 Credit Hours
PEDN102 – Neurophysiology & Research – 3 Credit Hours

First Year – Second Semester
PEDN103 – Pediatric Neurology Clinical Rotation – 6 Credit Hours
PEDN104 – Research Methodology – 3 Credit Hours

Second Year – First Semester
PEDN201 – Advanced Pediatric Neurology Procedures – 6 Credit Hours
PEDN202 – Case Studies & Clinical Research – 3 Credit Hours

Second Year – Second Semester
PEDN203 – Specialized Neurology Electives – 6 Credit Hours
PEDN204 – Research Project – 3 Credit Hours

Third Year – First Semester
PEDN301 – Pediatric Neurology Advanced Clinical Rotation – 6 Credit Hours
PEDN302 – Research & Thesis Preparation – 3 Credit Hours

Third Year – Second Semester
PEDN303 – Pediatric Neurology Electives – 6 Credit Hours
PEDN304 – Thesis / Final Research Project – 3 Credit Hours