Traveling Fellowship

The 2025 Traveling Fellowship Application is now open.

 

Apply Now

 

The deadline date to submit your application is Friday, December 13.

 

Four selected Orthopaedic Surgeons will travel to various regions across North America, participating in a unique fellowship experience that fosters mutual learning and collaboration. As a fellow, you’ll have the chance to refine your skills while sharing your expertise, creating a dynamic exchange with your hosts. This program not only enhances your surgical techniques but also builds lasting relationships and unforgettable memories. Don’t miss this “once in a lifetime opportunity” to witness a variety of surgical cases and bring valuable insights back to your practice.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2025 sites*

 

NYU Langone | New York, New York
Hosted by Michael J. Alaia, M.D.
  • Monday, April 28 - Thursday, May 1
Mayo Clinic | Rochester, Minnesota
Hosted by Aaron J. Krych, M.D., FAANA
  • Thursday, May 1 - Sunday, May 4
Duke University | Durham, North Carolina
Hosted by Brian C. Lau, M.D., FAANA
  • Sunday, May 4 - Wednesday, May 7
2025 AANA Annual Meeting | Washington, D.C.
  • Wednesday, May 7 - Saturday, May 10

*sites and dates are subject to change

This once in a lifetime opportunity culminates at the 2025 AANA Annual Meeting in Washington, D.C., May 8-10.

2025 Traveling Fellows Godfather

 

 

James W. Stone, M.D., FAANA

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Applicants must be practicing Orthopaedic Surgeons.
  • Applicants must reside in North America.

Application Requirements:

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Headshot
  • Personal Statement
  • Two Letters of Recommendation

Why Become a Traveling Fellow?

If you have any questions, please contact Lynnsey Ruiz at lynnsey@aana.org.

 

The 2025 AANA Traveling Fellowship is supported by an educational grant from Enovis.®

 

 

Want to learn more about previous AANA Traveling Fellows’ rich educational experiences?

 

Head over to the AANA Blog

 

Past Traveling Fellows

2024 Traveling Fellows

  • Giovanna Medina, M.D., Ph.D.
  • Robert L. Parisien, M.D.
  • Lewis L. Shi, M.D.
  • Daniel J. Song, M.D., FAANA

2023 Traveling Fellows

  • Albert Gee, M.D., FAANA
  • Catherine Hui, M.D.
  • Theodore Shybut, M.D., FAANA
  • Peter Vezeridis, M.D.

2022 Traveling Fellows

  • Maj. Travis Dekker, M.D.
  • Brian C. Lau, M.D.
  • Harris S. Slone M.D.
  • Michael A. Zacchilli, M.D.

2021 Traveling Fellows

  • Adnan Saithna, M.D.
  • Kosta J. Economopoulos, M.D.
  • Lucas S. McDonald, M.D.
  • Robert W. Westermann, M.D.
  • Benjamin Graves, M.D.
  • Brian F. Grogran, M.D.

2019 Traveling Fellows

  • Michael H. Amini, M.D.
  • Aravind Athiviraham, M.D., F.R.C.S.C.
  • Fernando Hernández-Pérez, M.D.
  • Andrew J. Sheean, M.D.

2018 Traveling Fellows

  • Leslie S. Matthews, M.D.
  • Kelly G. Kilcoyne, M.D.
  • Diego Perez Salazar Marina, M.D.
  • Matthew J. Salzler, M.D.
  • Ivan H. Wong, M.D.

2017 Traveling Fellows
Report (PDF)

  • Michael J. Alaia, M.D.
  • Nathan K. Endres, M.D.
  • Patrick W. Joyner, M.D.
  • Christopher J. Tucker, M.D.

2016 Traveling Fellows
Life Lessons, Leadership, and Enduring Friendships 

  • Mary K. Mulcahey, M.D.
  • Cory Edgar, M.D., Ph.D.
  • Michael J. O'Brien, M.D.
  • Kevin W. Wilson, M.D., LCDR

2015 Traveling Fellows
Controversies, Camaraderie, and Cuisine 

  • Carl Dain Allred, M.D.
  • Carl R. Freeman, M.D.
  • Darius M. Moezzi, M.D.
  • Thomas V. O'Hagan, M.D., M.Ed.

2014 Traveling Fellows
A Fantastic Voyage 

  • Kevin R. Murray, M.D., M.S.
  • Alexander Golant, M.D.
  • Gregory C. Mallo, M.D.
  • Brian R. Waterman, M.D., MAJ, MC USA
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