Applicant guide · 7 min · Reviewed 24 August 2026
Writing a surgical fellowship CV
Make your experience easy for a programme director to evaluate.Lead with fit
Use a short profile that names your training stage, target subspecialty and the capability you are seeking.
Make clinical experience legible
Summarise operative experience honestly by role and procedure group. Distinguish observed, assisted, supervised primary operator and independent practice.
Show academic contribution
Prioritise publications, audits, teaching and leadership that support the programme’s stated purpose. Keep dates and authorship accurate.