VET preceptorships
This grant funds ACVS surgical residents for hands-on training in advanced veterinary orthopedic and trauma surgery at AO VET North America host centers.
Funder: AO North America Inc.
Due Dates: Rolling (applications accepted year-round; subject to funding availability)
Funding Amounts: $1,750 for first 2 weeks; $500 per additional week (max 4 weeks, $2,750 total)
Summary: Hands-on preceptorships for ACVS surgical residents to gain advanced veterinary orthopedic and trauma training at host centers.
Key Information: One preceptorship per year per person; awarded on a first-come, first-served basis as funding allows.
Description
The AO VET North America preceptorship program offers surgical residents in ACVS-registered training programs the opportunity to spend two to four weeks at a host surgical center. Participants receive hands-on experience in advanced AO techniques, including fracture management, trauma care, osteotomies, joint replacement, and arthrodeses, under the mentorship of AO VET NA experts. The program aims to deepen residents' understanding and skills in veterinary orthopedic and trauma surgery.
