Principal Investigator: Raymond Walls, MD FAAOS FRCS (Tr&Orth)We are inviting medical students or recent IMG graduates with a strong interest in orthopedic surgery to apply for a volunteer (unpaid) Clinical Research Fellowship in Foot & Ankle Surgery.This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with Dr. Raymond Walls and contribute to high-impact, funded research projects, while gaining exposure to a high-volume academic orthopedic practice.Fellowship FocusThe selected fellow will play a lead role in:

• Completing an AOFAS-funded (American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society) study
  
• Establishing and managing:
  
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• Total ankle arthroplasty registry
  
• Cartilage repair registry
  

[*]Driving multiple clinical research projects in:

• Total ankle arthroplasty
  
• Orthopedic trauma
  
• Minimally invasive (MIS) hallux valgus surgery
  

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This is a high-responsibility role, ideal for candidates seeking ownership of projects and meaningful academic output.Key Responsibilities & Opportunities

• Lead study coordination and project completion
  
• Develop research questions and conduct systematic literature reviews
  
• Assist with IRB submissions and regulatory processes
  
• Collect, manage, and analyze clinical datasets
  
• Prepare abstracts and manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication
  
• Present research at national and international conferences
  
• Collaborate with orthopedic faculty and multidisciplinary teams
  
• Gain exposure to clinic, operating room, and surgical decision-making
  

 Why This Fellowship?

• Opportunity to take ownership of funded and registry-based research
  
• Strong emphasis on publication productivity and academic development
  
• Direct mentorship in a high-yield orthopedic subspecialty
  
• Ideal preparation for:
  
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• Orthopedic surgery residency (U.S. match or reapplication)
  
• Research-oriented careers in orthopedics
  

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Fellows in similar roles have historically achieved high research output, with multiple peer-reviewed publications during their tenure.Ideal Candidate

• Medical student, unmatched candidate, or recent IMG graduates 
  
• Strong interest in orthopedic surgery (especially foot & ankle)
  
• Prior research experience preferred but not required
  
• Highly motivated, organized, and able to work independently
  
• Long-term commitment for 1 year, with ability to extend
  

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