Death & Dying Fellowship

Applications for the 2026 Fellowship Are Now Open!

Serious illness and death are a normal part of life. Despite this undeniable reality, healthcare professionals often lack sufficient preparation to have meaningful conversations about death, dying, and grief with patients and families. We can, and must, do better to address the "Elephant in the Room" and support patients and their loved ones throughout the serious illness experience.

Through a combination of virtual and in-person sessions in the Pittsburgh area, you’ll learn, confront, and discuss the legal, medical, social, cultural, familial, and spiritual aspects of death and dying as part of a multidisciplinary group in a low-pressure environment.

During the Fellowship, you’ll have the opportunity to engage with experts in serious illness and palliative care, practice conversation skills, and participate in site visits.

PROGRAM DETAILS

• When: Mondays, January 26 - March 30, 4:30 - 7 pm
• Where: Virtual via Zoom, at the JHF office in Downtown Pittsburgh, and at local sites in the Pittsburgh area

WHO SHOULD APPLY?

Current or recent graduate students in the Western Pennsylvania region from such disciplines as Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Dentistry, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Pathology, Dentistry, Rehabilitation, Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Ethics, Health Policy, Public Health, Pastoral Care, Law, and Business.

HOW TO APPLY

Click below to complete the application, which includes a personal statement, resume, and letter of reference.

WHY PARTICIPATE?

Listen to short testimonials from Death & Dying Fellowship alumni.

Questions?

Contact our team at fellowship@jhf.org