John Border Memorial Fellowship
The John Border Memorial Fellowship by AO North America Inc. offers North American orthopedic trauma trainees immersive clinical experience in a European trauma clinic focused on polytrauma care and international collaboration.
Funder: AO North America Inc.
Due Dates: August 1, 2026 (anticipated) | April 30, 2027 (full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: 1–3 months; round-trip airfare (up to $1,500) plus stipend for lodging, meals, and incidentals.
Summary: Supports North American orthopedic trauma trainees for immersive clinical experience in a European trauma clinic, emphasizing polytrauma and international collaboration.
Key Information: Applicants may only apply to one AO Trauma NA Named Fellowship per cycle.
Description
The John Border Memorial Fellowship offers North American orthopedic residents and fellows specializing in trauma the opportunity to undertake a 1–3 month, hands-on clinical education experience at a European trauma clinic. The fellowship emphasizes exposure to polytrauma care and European clinical practices, aiming to foster professional growth, technical skill development, and international collaboration among future leaders in trauma care. Fellows will actively participate in the trauma service at the host clinic and are expected to contribute to academic and clinical discourse during their stay.
