Please see the individual fellowship program descriptions for information about application requirements.
For information on deadlines and interview dates please refer to the page of the fellowship in question. If you have further questions please contact the Department of Academic Training by phone at 212.606.1466, by fax at 212.606.1477, or via email at academictraining@hss.edu.
Once all applications have been received and reviewed, you will be notified by mail if a personal interview is required.
Selection of fellows from eligible applicants will be made on the basis of their preparedness, ability, aptitude, academic credentials, communications skills, and personal qualities such as motivation and integrity. Hospital for Special Surgery does not have a minimum USMLE score requirement or any minimum score requirements.
All fellows are required to have a current New York State License and Registration at all times. Information and application for New York State License can be found at the New York State Education Department website.
All fellows are required to maintain appropriate immigration status at all times. Non-US citizens should contact the Education Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates for information on applying for J-1 Visa sponsorship.
Non-US citizens ONLY may work with a Limited Permit to practice medicine in New York State. Information and application for New York State License can be found at the New York State Education Department website.
Please note that the following fellowships require a NY State license in order to rotate to the HSS Ambulatory Surgery Center: Foot & Ankle, Hand & Upper Extremity, Shoulder, Sports Medicine and Regional Anesthesiology & Acute Pain Medicine.
For more information, please contact the Department of Academic Training by phone at 212.606.1466, by fax at 212.606.1477, or via email at academictraining@hss.edu.
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