ACS/AAST International Scholarship

• Graduate of a school of medicine
• Completed surgical training and currently practicing as an attending surgeon
• Member in good standing of the American College of Surgeons (Associate Fellow or Fellow)
• Member of one of the societies listed at AAST.org
• Between 30 and 50 years old at time of application
• Minimum of 1 year in surgical practice, teaching, or research at permanent institution
• Demonstrated commitment to acute care surgery, surgical teaching, and improving access to care
• Preference given to applicants from developing nations and those without prior North American training or fellowships
• Must be proficient in English

Location

• Applicants must be based outside the US and Canada
• Activities take place in the US, including the AAST Annual Meeting and trauma center visits

• Fully completed application form
• Statement of objectives and proposed educational focus
• Two letters of recommendation, including one from:
  • Department chair or
  • ACS Fellow in the applicant’s country
• Letters must be independently prepared and submitted directly by the recommenders
• Submission of CV alone is not acceptable
• All materials must be submitted in English

• Must use the award in the designated year (no deferrals)
• Submit a written report after returning home, detailing the value and impact of the experience
• Hotel and travel expenses are the responsibility of the awardee and funded from the scholarship
• Unsuccessful applicants may reapply only twice, with a new application and updated materials