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Breast Surgery · Clinical

Global Breast Cancer Fellowship

University of Minnesota

Minneapolis, United States

Programme overview

Fully funded multidisciplinary breast-cancer fellowship beginning 2 August 2027, designed for physicians who will return home to lead breast-cancer care.

Intake status: Applications closed for 2027–2028; deadline was 31 August 2026

PathwayClinical
Duration1 year
Application deadline31 August 2026
ParticipationSupervised clinical participation
International eligibilityExplicitly international
FundingSalary, benefits and conference travel provided
RegistrationECFMG certification required before starting; confirm local licensing arrangements
LanguageProficient spoken and written English
Visa supportMust be able to secure a J-1 visa
Start and training dates2 August 2027; completion 31 July 2028; arrive two weeks early
Fees and upfront expensesUpfront visa, permit, ECFMG, BLS and ACLS expenses; family costs may exceed stipend
Application route2027–2028 applications closed; check the official page for future announcements

Eligibility

LMIC citizens; completed general surgery or gynecology training; USMLE Steps 1 and 2, ECFMG certificate, BLS and ACLS required.

International applicant assessment

Can international surgeons apply?Explicitly international
Is hands-on participation confirmed?Supervised clinical participation
Is visa support stated?Must be able to secure a J-1 visa
Is funding stated?Salary, benefits and conference travel provided

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