Traveling Fellowship

The 2025 Traveling Fellowship Application is now closed.

 

Four selected Orthopaedic Surgeons will travel to various regions across North America, participating in a unique fellowship experience that fosters mutual learning and collaboration. As a fellow, you’ll have the chance to refine your skills while sharing your expertise, creating a dynamic exchange with your hosts. This program not only enhances your surgical techniques but also builds lasting relationships and unforgettable memories. Don’t miss this “once in a lifetime opportunity” to witness a variety of surgical cases and bring valuable insights back to your practice.

 

 

 

 

 

 

2025 sites*

 

NYU Langone | New York, New York
Hosted by Michael J. Alaia, M.D.
  • Monday, April 28 - Thursday, May 1
Mayo Clinic | Rochester, Minnesota
Hosted by Aaron J. Krych, M.D., FAANA
  • Thursday, May 1 - Sunday, May 4
Duke University | Durham, North Carolina
Hosted by Brian C. Lau, M.D., FAANA
  • Sunday, May 4 - Wednesday, May 7
2025 AANA Annual Meeting | Washington, D.C.
  • Wednesday, May 7 - Saturday, May 10

*sites and dates are subject to change

This once in a lifetime opportunity culminates at the 2025 AANA Annual Meeting in Washington, D.C., May 8-10.

2025 Traveling Fellows Godfather

 

 

James W. Stone, M.D., FAANA

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Applicants must be practicing Orthopaedic Surgeons.
  • Applicants must reside in North America.

Application Requirements:

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Headshot
  • Personal Statement
  • Two Letters of Recommendation

Why Become a Traveling Fellow?

If you have any questions, please contact Lynnsey Ruiz at lynnsey@aana.org.

 

The 2025 AANA Traveling Fellowship is supported by an educational grant from Enovis.®

 

 

Want to learn more about previous AANA Traveling Fellows’ rich educational experiences?

 

Head over to the AANA Blog

 

Past Traveling Fellows

2024 Traveling Fellows

  • Giovanna Medina, M.D., Ph.D.
  • Robert L. Parisien, M.D.
  • Lewis L. Shi, M.D.
  • Daniel J. Song, M.D., FAANA

2023 Traveling Fellows

  • Albert Gee, M.D., FAANA
  • Catherine Hui, M.D.
  • Theodore Shybut, M.D., FAANA
  • Peter Vezeridis, M.D.

2022 Traveling Fellows

  • Maj. Travis Dekker, M.D.
  • Brian C. Lau, M.D.
  • Harris S. Slone M.D.
  • Michael A. Zacchilli, M.D.

2021 Traveling Fellows

  • Adnan Saithna, M.D.
  • Kosta J. Economopoulos, M.D.
  • Lucas S. McDonald, M.D.
  • Robert W. Westermann, M.D.
  • Benjamin Graves, M.D.
  • Brian F. Grogran, M.D.

2019 Traveling Fellows

  • Michael H. Amini, M.D.
  • Aravind Athiviraham, M.D., F.R.C.S.C.
  • Fernando Hernández-Pérez, M.D.
  • Andrew J. Sheean, M.D.

2018 Traveling Fellows

  • Leslie S. Matthews, M.D.
  • Kelly G. Kilcoyne, M.D.
  • Diego Perez Salazar Marina, M.D.
  • Matthew J. Salzler, M.D.
  • Ivan H. Wong, M.D.

2017 Traveling Fellows
Report (PDF)

  • Michael J. Alaia, M.D.
  • Nathan K. Endres, M.D.
  • Patrick W. Joyner, M.D.
  • Christopher J. Tucker, M.D.

2016 Traveling Fellows
Life Lessons, Leadership, and Enduring Friendships 

  • Mary K. Mulcahey, M.D.
  • Cory Edgar, M.D., Ph.D.
  • Michael J. O'Brien, M.D.
  • Kevin W. Wilson, M.D., LCDR

2015 Traveling Fellows
Controversies, Camaraderie, and Cuisine 

  • Carl Dain Allred, M.D.
  • Carl R. Freeman, M.D.
  • Darius M. Moezzi, M.D.
  • Thomas V. O'Hagan, M.D., M.Ed.

2014 Traveling Fellows
A Fantastic Voyage 

  • Kevin R. Murray, M.D., M.S.
  • Alexander Golant, M.D.
  • Gregory C. Mallo, M.D.
  • Brian R. Waterman, M.D., MAJ, MC USA
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