The Breast Cancer Alliance funds a one-year fellowship for young surgeons to advance breast cancer care through innovative research, education, and clinical training in breast surgery.
Funder: Breast Cancer Alliance
Due Dates: December 1, 2025 | December 1, 2026
Funding Amounts: $75,000 for a one-year fellowship (2026 cycle); recent/future cycles may be $85,000.
Summary: Supports young surgeons in the US to become leaders in breast cancer care through a one-year breast surgical fellowship focused on innovation and improved outcomes.
Key Information: Applicants must be US citizens, MDs, and have completed general surgery residency; only SSO-accredited programs in CT, NJ, or NY may apply.
The Breast Surgical Fellowship, funded by the Breast Cancer Alliance (BCA), is a prestigious one-year program designed to develop the next generation of expert, compassionate breast surgeons. The fellowship aims to advance breast surgery through innovative research, education, and dignified patient support, ultimately improving survival rates and quality of life for those affected by breast cancer. BCA is the only non-profit dedicated to funding breast surgical fellowships, with a strong track record of supporting promising young surgeons in the United States.