Vanderbilt Orthopaedics Spinal Deformity Research Fellowship 2023-2024

Vanderbilt Orthopaedics Spinal Deformity Research Fellowship 2023-2024
The Vanderbilt Orthopaedic Institute is recruiting a highly-qualified medical student for a clinical research fellowship with a focus on spine deformity research.  The fellowship program will consist of three major components: research, mentorship, and clinical observation in the outpatient clinics and operating room. Priority will be given to applicants dedicated to a career in orthopedic surgery. The applicant should demonstrate a strong academic record, creativity, problem-solving ability, drive, organization, and a willingness to learn.  The applicant should also feel comfortable conversing and working with patients in the clinical setting.  

This funded fellowship position offers the prospect of producing and contributing to impactful research in the field of adult and pediatric spinal deformity. Fellows will benefit from hands-on learning opportunities with experts in spinal deformity regarding clinical management and research topics.  Fellows will have exposure to both pediatric and adult spine faculty.

VOI Spine Deformity Research Fellowship
Position Title: Research Analyst
Positions: 1
Duration: 1 year
Where: Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville TN
Preceptors: Craig Louer MD, Jeff Martus MD, Greg Mencio MD, Byron Stephens MD 

To Apply, please provide:

• Updated CV
• USMLE scores
• 1-2 letters of recommendation.  Can be specific for this fellowship or generalized letters.
• 1-2 References (if different from LOR) that we can contact concerning your application

Please send materials to Lesley Cothern, Fellowship Coordinator:
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Applications for start in summer 2023 will be considered on a rolling basis until April 2023.

Deadline extended into March 2023. Consider applying if Residency Match did not go your way. We're committed to helping you succeed in a career in orthopedic surgery!