AO EI Fellowship in Medical Education Research
Forecasted
The AO EI Fellowship in Medical Education Research by the AO Foundation supports innovative research to advance postgraduate surgical education and ongoing professional development for surgeons.
Funder: AO Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Letter of Intent) | June 2027 (Full Proposal)
Funding Amounts: CHF 15,000 per fellowship (up to 2 awards); project-based costs only; max duration 12 months
Summary: Supports research in postgraduate surgical education and continuous professional development for surgeons internationally.
Description
The AO EI Fellowship in Medical Education Research, offered by the AO Foundation's AO Education Institute, enables selected fellows to conduct research projects in postgraduate surgical education with a focus on continuous professional development (CPD) for surgeons. The program is designed to enhance educational innovation and evidence-based practice in surgical teaching and learning, ultimately aiming to improve surgical performance and patient outcomes. Fellows benefit from tailored research experiences, close mentorship by AO EI staff, and opportunities for international collaboration and dissemination.
