Applications for the 2026–2027 AAHKS Health Policy Fellowship are now being accepted. This program engages fellows in the policy-making process, guided by AAHKS mentors, to become more effective advocates for the profession. The fellowship runs on the calendar year and is open to orthopaedic surgeons in the US currently participating in an Adult Reconstruction Fellowship, or who have completed a fellowship and are within the first four years of their clinical practice. Applications must be submitted to jkerr@aahks.org by Sept. 30 and include the following:
- Cover Letter and current Curriculum Vitae
- Personal statement: In 500 words or less, tell us why you want to be a Fellow. Tell us what your health policy interests and strengths are and why you have interest and strength in these areas.
- Entering and current fellows should include a letter of support from the Director of their Adult Reconstruction Fellowship
- Actively practicing applicants should include two letters of support from AAHKS Fellow Members who have in-depth knowledge of the applicant’s practice and advocacy interest.
