John D. Constable International Traveling Fellowship
John D. Constable International Traveling Fellowship supports international plastic surgeons’ observational visits to North America to learn from AAPS members and foster academic exchange.
Funder: American Association of Plastic Surgeons
Due Dates: November 8, 2026 (Application) | November 15, 2026 (Sponsor letters)
Funding Amounts: One $10,000 fellowship annually for a 6–12-week observational visit
Summary: Supports an international plastic surgeon’s observational study visit to North America to learn from AAPS members and foster academic exchange.
Key Information: Candidates must be fully trained plastic surgeons, 2–10 years out of training, with national-society and institutional sponsorship.
Description
The John D. Constable International Traveling Fellowship, administered by the American Association of Plastic Surgeons (AAPS), enables an international plastic surgeon to study and train with Association members and leaders in American plastic surgery. The fellow visits North America as an observer for 6–12 weeks under the sponsorship of AAPS members. The program aims to deepen understanding of American plastic surgery and promote goodwill and academic interchange between international and American surgical communities.
Established through an endowment honoring Dr. Constable’s contributions to plastic surgery education worldwide, the fellowship emphasizes knowledge fellows can bring back to their home countries. Past recipients have reported an enhanced ability to treat patients and train colleagues after returning home.
