The Joan and Marcel Zimetbaum Fellowship
We are currently seeking applicants for the 2026-2027 academic year!
Download the PDF application above to get started.
Apply by October 1st for the 2026-27 fellowship.
About the Fellowship
The Joan and Marcel Zimetbaum Fellowship, established in 2021 and named for the parents of Director of Clinical Cardiology Dr. Peter Zimetbaum, aims to support the training of students in health outcomes and policy research. In partnership with the Smith Center, the Fellowship is a unique one-year intensive research training program designed to provide foundational training in biostatistics and public health, pairing a physician in training with a dedicated faculty researcher for one-on-one mentorship. The Zimetbaum Fellow will focus their research on health services and outcomes, clinical epidemiology, public and population health, and/or health policy.
Pictured above are Smith Center Director Dr. Robert Yeh, 2022 inaugural Zimetbaum Fellow Dr. Ashley Kyalwazi (Harvard Medical School, class of 2023), Dr. Peter Zimetbaum, Fellowship Director Dr. Rishi Wadhera, and 2023 Zimetbaum Fellow Dr. Chantal Henry (Meharry Medical College, class of 2024).
Azzie Boyd, MS
Azariah Boyd, MS, is the 2024-25 Zimetbaum Fellow. A native of Boston and raised in Brockton, Massachusetts, Azariah became aware of structural change through early childhood adversities. As an aspiring physician-scientist, she envisions serving her community by bridging the realms of public health and medicine, with a focus on advancing health justice. Azariah looks forward to expanding her analytic and methodologic skillsets, gaining insights into the embodiment of socio-environmental factors, and effective solution for addressing health disparities.
Interested in Applying?
Applications are accepted annually until October for the following year, with a review and interview period from November to December. The application period is announced on the Smith Center Twitter and LinkedIn profiles. Alternatively, contact us to be added to the Zimetbaum Fellowship Mailing List.
Download the PDF application at the top of the page and submit by October 1st to be considered for the next academic year.
Contact Us
Any questions can be sent to Program Administrator Camilla Bjorck-Posson or Fellowship Director Dr. Rishi Wadhera.