Spine fellowships
The AO Spine North America Fellowship Award funds institutions to support advanced research and education for post-graduate spine surgery fellows, promoting excellence in spine care training.
Funder: AO North America Inc.
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (application open) | January 2027 (full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Limited number of institutional awards; maximum amount per award determined annually by AO Spine NA Fellowship Committee; covers direct costs only.
Summary: Supports institutions in providing post-graduate spine fellowship programs, covering stipends, research, and educational expenses for fellows.
Key Information: Forecasted dates—confirm timeline and requirements on the program page before applying.
Description
The AO Spine North America Fellowship Award provides funding to institutions to support their post-graduate spine fellowship programs. The award covers direct costs such as fellow stipends, benefits, research expenses, and educational expenses, enabling institutions to offer robust training opportunities for orthopedic and neurosurgeons pursuing advanced education in spine care. The program aims to promote academic and scientific excellence in spine surgery by empowering institutions to deliver high-quality, standardized fellowship experiences, including access to AO educational resources and events.
