Planned dates for the program: June 1-30th, 2020 (postponed due to COVID-19)

Application deadline: March 8th, 2020, 23:59 Kyiv Time (contest completed)

Program description

The program is designed for practicing neurosurgeons and orthopedic surgeons who are actively involved in spine surgery or interested in its development. This internship is aimed at developing a dialogue between Ukrainian and American spine surgeons to develop clinical approaches and improve the organization of patient care.

The participant of the program will be able to monitor the work of an orthopedic surgeon, a neurosurgeon and two specialists in pain medicine during outpatient appointments, surgical interventions and during rounds in the department. Due to regulatory restrictions, the internship will not involve participation in invasive procedures or active patient examination.

The American-Ukrainian Medical Foundation was able to organize a free clinical internship in spine surgery thanks to the generous financial support of Globus Medical. Depending on the dates of the internship, the participant will be able to attend the Globus Medical training course.

Download the terms of the competition

Results of the competition

The AUMF Board of Directors received applications from eighteen candidates and conducted Skype interviews with seven finalists. Most applicants – highly qualified specialists are worthy of victory. However, due to limited funding, we can only choose one winner.

Dr. Valentyn Vasylov, a practicing orthopedic doctor from Chergivtsi, was chosen as the winner of the competition.

Congratulations to Dr. Vasylov and thanks once again to all applicants, and especially to the finalists!

You are great guys!