WACS Post-Fellowship Surgical Oncology Training (General Surgical Oncology)

Programme overview

West African College of Surgeons post-Fellowship training leading to an Advanced Diploma in surgical oncology, delivered at accredited host hospitals. Includes a mandatory minimum 6-month rotation at a WACS-designated international partner institution.

Source intake statement at last review: Official college announcement (2024 call); current intake not confirmed

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

Training and clinical exposure

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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

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Application timeline and contact

Application deadline

2 December 2024 (2024 call; current call not confirmed)Captured from the official source listed below

Commencement / intake

March/April 2025 (2024 call)Captured from the official source listed below

Application cycle

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Published positions — not remaining vacancies

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How to apply

Email a formal written application with credentials to info@wacscoac.org, subject 'WACS Surgical Oncology Program', stating basic qualification, area of interest and preferred institution.Captured from the official source listed below

Official programme contact

info@wacscoac.org (Surgical Oncology Training Program Coordinator, WACS, Lagos)Captured from the official source listed below

Eligibility and application documents

Published entry requirements

Completed residency and passed the Fellowship of the West African College of Surgeons (or equivalent College) in the appropriate base specialty; employed in a West African institution or evidence of financial support throughout training; post-Fellowship residents and junior consultants preferred; two recommendation letters from surgeons who have worked with the applicant.Captured from the official source listed below

Application documents

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Benefits, funding and costs

Salary or funding

Applicant must be employed in a West African institution or show evidence of financial supportCaptured 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

Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital

Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital in Ile-Ife, Nigeria hosts this official-source SurgFellow record in Surgical Oncology. Listings do not imply endorsement or an open intake.