Medical Student Educators Development Institute Fellowship
Forecasted
The Medical Student Educators Development Institute Fellowship by STFM offers a year-long, research-driven program to develop leaders in undergraduate medical education.
Funder: Society of Teachers of Family Medicine
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Registration fee: $2,595 (covers fellowship and two conference registrations; travel not included)
Summary: Year-long fellowship for faculty seeking advanced training, mentorship, and leadership development in undergraduate medical education.
Key Information: Applicants must be current STFM members; participants are responsible for their own travel expenses.
Description
The Medical Student Educators Development Institute (MSEDI) Fellowship, offered by the Society of Teachers of Family Medicine (STFM), is a comprehensive, 12-month professional development program for faculty who teach medical students and aspire to leadership roles in undergraduate medical education. The fellowship combines in-person and virtual sessions, personalized mentorship, and hands-on project work to strengthen skills in curriculum development, scholarship, leadership, and student evaluation. Participants also benefit from networking with experienced educators and ongoing support from institute faculty and peers.
The program is designed to equip fellows with the tools and strategies needed to direct medical school courses, address challenging learners, provide effective feedback and career advice, recruit and support preceptor networks, submit scholarly projects, and maintain work-life balance as educators.
