Mathisen Traveling Fellowship
Supports early-career general thoracic surgeons to travel up to four weeks to learn advanced surgical techniques and foster collaborations at top institutions worldwide.
Funder: Thoracic Surgery Foundation for Research and Education
Due Dates: September 15, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $10,000 for domestic fellowships (2027 awards) | Up to $20,000 for international fellowships (2026 awards); up to four weeks of travel supported
Summary: Supports early-career general thoracic surgeons to travel for up to four weeks to learn novel surgical techniques, technologies, and foster collaborations at leading institutions worldwide.
Description
This fellowship is intended to advance the continuing education of early-career general thoracic surgeons by supporting domestic or international travel for up to four weeks. The goal is to enable recipients to learn new surgical techniques, adapt innovative technologies, and foster collaborations with leading surgical investigators, thereby enhancing their expertise and contributing to the progress of general thoracic surgery at their home institutions. Fellows may propose their own mentor or select from a list of opportunities curated by the Thoracic Surgery Foundation for Research and Education (TSF). The experience is immersive and hands-on, designed to promote professional growth and bring new skills back to the recipient's practice.
