Oncologic Colon and Rectal Surgery Fellowship

Programme overview

Twelve-month fellowship with four clinical services each assigned one fellow; research support includes statistical help, manuscript editing and pilot grant eligibility. Programme director Brian K. Bednarski, MD.

Source intake statement at last review: Official institution page; cycle for 1 August 2027 start, applications due 11 September 2026

A published programme or position count does not establish a current vacancy.

Training and clinical exposure

Not yet confirmed from an official sourceNot yet confirmed

International applicant assessment

Acceptance, medical registration and immigration are separate decisions. Clinical training does not automatically confer operative privileges.

Can international surgeons apply?

Eligibility unclear — confirm with the programmeCaptured from the official source listed below

Clinical role and hands-on restrictions

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Medical registration

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Language

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Visa or work authorisation

Does not sponsor H-1B; J-1 acceptedCaptured from the official source listed below

Application timeline and contact

Application deadline

11 September 2026Captured from the official source listed below

Commencement / intake

1 August 2027Captured from the official source listed below

Application cycle

Applications opened 28 February 2026; virtual interviews autumn 2026; decisions by end of 2026Captured from the official source listed below

Published positions — not remaining vacancies

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How to apply

Online application form via the survey linked from the programme pageCaptured from the official source listed below

Official programme contact

Brian K. Bednarski, MD (BKBednarski@mdanderson.org); general line 1-877-632-6789Captured from the official source listed below

Eligibility and application documents

Published entry requirements

Completion of a surgical residency and training in colon and rectal surgery, surgical oncology or equivalent; must meet MD Anderson GME preliminary eligibility requirements; U.S. citizens, permanent residents or J-1 visa holdersCaptured from the official source listed below

Application documents

One-page cover letter; CV with publications; proof of USMLE scores; ECFMG certificate (international); sponsor letter from a surgery chair or division headCaptured from the official source listed below

Benefits, funding and costs

Salary or funding

Stipend per ACGME-based schedule; employee benefits including health insurance and six weeks parental leaveCaptured from the official source listed below

Fees and upfront expenses

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Benefits and support

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Accommodation or relocation

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Unknown funding does not mean unpaid; unknown fees do not mean free. Confirm the written appointment terms before committing.

Host institution

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, United States hosts this official-source SurgFellow record in Colorectal Surgery. Listings do not imply endorsement or an open intake.