[Massachusetts General Hospital](https://www.massgeneral.org)

April 2026 (annual cycle)

Up to $75,000 for salary support and expenses for a 1-year fellowship

Supports MGH/BWH healthcare professionals to serve victims of humanitarian disasters and develop expertise in global health response.

--- ## Description The fellowship honors Dr. Thomas S. Durant by enabling healthcare professionals from Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) and Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH) to serve populations impacted by complex humanitarian crises. Fellows partner with established humanitarian organizations, receive mentorship from subject matter experts, pursue professional development, and actively participate in the MGH Center for Global Health community. The program aims to foster a lifelong commitment to humanitarian service and build professionalism in disaster response and refugee medicine. --- ## Due Dates - Anticipated application deadline: April 2026 - The deadline is based on the prior annual cycle (April). - *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Up to $75,000 for salary support and other expenses. - Fellowship duration: 1 year. --- ## Eligibility - Open to all physicians, advanced practice providers (APPs), and nurses at MGH and BWH. - Applicants must have full support from their department. - Visa holders must have eligibility for the entire fellowship period. --- ## Application Process - Submit a 2–3 page project proposal. - Provide an updated CV. - Include letters of support from: - Department supervisor or chief - Partner organization - Sponsoring mentor - Selected applicants will be invited for interviews with program leadership and the full Durant Fellowship Committee. --- ## Additional Information - Fellows will: - Collaborate with a partner humanitarian organization. - Work with a mentor with expertise in their project area. - Seek out professional development/training to support fieldwork. - Engage in the MGH Center for Global Health community. --- ## External Links - [Program Details & Application Information](http://globalhealth.massgeneral.org/ourwork-items/durantfellowship/) - [MGH Global Health Grants & Funding Overview](https://globalhealth.massgeneral.org/grants-funding/) - [Support Disaster Response and Humanitarian Action](https://giving.massgeneral.org/?page_id=1045794&preview=1&_ppp=668cb5be36) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Email | Phone | More Info | |----------------------|--------------------------------------------|---------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Program Inquiries | [globaldisasterresponse@partners.org](mailto:globaldisasterresponse@partners.org) | 617-726-2000 | [Program Page](http://globalhealth.massgeneral.org/ourwork-items/durantfellowship/) | | Fellowship Director | [Lindsey Martin, DNP, MSN, RN, AGACNP](https://globalhealth.massgeneral.org/people/lindsey-martin-np/) | | | | Fellowship Manager | Kristen Giambusso, MPH | | |

Thomas S. Durant Fellowship

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