Fellowship in Foot and Ankle Advanced Reconstruction
Duration: 1 Year(s)
The CORE Institute, North Phoenix
Phoenix, Arizona, USA
Course TypeFellowship
Course Specialty
Reconstructive Surgery
Overview
The Foot and Ankle Advanced Reconstruction Fellowship at The CORE Institute is a comprehensive one-year surgical training program designed for physicians seeking expertise in complex foot and ankle procedures. The fellowship provides intensive exposure to advanced reconstructive techniques including forefoot and hindfoot reconstruction, trauma management, and total ankle replacement surgery. Fellows work closely with experienced surgeons in a high-volume orthopedic practice, allowing them to develop surgical skills and clinical judgment. The program integrates operative training, outpatient clinical practice, and academic activities to ensure well-rounded professional development. Research is a major component of the fellowship, with fellows required to produce academic manuscripts and participate in national orthopedic meetings. The fellowship also offers experience in arthroscopy, external fixation, and Charcot reconstruction procedures. Academic teaching sessions, case discussions, and journal clubs further enhance the educational experience. Overall, the program prepares fellows for advanced clinical practice or academic careers in foot and ankle reconstructive surgery.
Admission Intake
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Fee (INR):
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Stipend (INR):
USD $72,500 per year with benefits.
Accomodation:
As Per Availability
Scholarship:
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Eligibility
- Completion of an accredited foot and ankle surgical residency
- Board qualified by ABFAS (American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery)
- Eligible for licensure in Arizona before fellowship start
- Strong interest in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery
- Ability to participate in clinical, surgical, and research activities of the fellowship
Minimum Education
MS OrthopaedicsMD Orthopaedic
Admission Process:
- Confirm eligibility after completing the required surgical residency training.
- Prepare application documents including CV, credentials, and board qualification details.
- Submit the application through the ACFAS Standard Fellowship Application process.
- Applications are reviewed by the fellowship program selection committee.
- Shortlisted applicants are invited for interviews.
- Final selection is made based on qualifications, interview performance, and program requirements.
- Selected candidates complete licensure and onboarding before starting the fellowship year
