AAS/AASF Fall Courses Award
The AAS/AASF Fall Courses Award funds underrepresented surgeons to attend AAS Fall Courses focused on research, academic advancement, and networking, supported by the Association for Academic Surgery.
Funder: Association for Academic Surgery
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2026 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Complimentary registration to AAS Fall Courses plus $1,000 travel stipend (per awardee)
Summary: Supports underrepresented residents, fellows, or faculty in surgery to attend AAS Fall Courses for professional development and networking.
Key Information: Applicants must be AAS members or have a membership application in process; prior awardees are not eligible.
Description
The AAS/AASF Fall Courses Award is designed to promote diversity and inclusion in academic surgery by supporting residents, fellows, or faculty-level attendees who bring underrepresented perspectives to the field. The award provides complimentary registration and a $1,000 travel stipend to attend the Association for Academic Surgery (AAS) Fall Courses. These courses offer interactive sessions on research methods, academic career advancement, grant writing, and networking with surgical leaders and peers. The program is open to individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, including those from medically underserved areas or with unique personal identities.
