Fellowships

EHS Fellowship 2027 to the Netherlands

Call is open!

The European Hip Society calls for applications from young European hip surgeons. Two fellows will be selected for a two-week intensive fellowship training in the Netherlands during the Spring of 2027 (5-16 April) and a fund of €3,000 will be awarded to each for expenses. This prestigious opportunity is aimed at enhancing expertise in hip surgery and fostering collaboration among leading professionals in the field.

Deadline for applications: 31st October 2026
Decision announced: December 2026

Applicant criteria

  • Applicants must be within five years of completion of their orthopaedic specialist training
    (Career breaks may be taken into consideration)
  • Current active membership of the European Hip Society
  • Based in Europe
  • European orthopaedic specialists with academic potential & an interest in high level knowledge of hip surgery

To apply

Candidates should email the following documents to the EHS Executive Secretary, Samantha Stokes, at samstokesehs@gmail.com:

  • Application form: click HERE for pdf
  • Motivational letter
  • 2 letters of recommendation
  • CV in English including:
    1. date of birth
    2. description of current position and clinical responsibilities
    3. list of publications and presentations at scientific meetings
    4. description of present scientific interests and engagements

Selection Process

The selection will be conducted in two stages:

  1. Initial Evaluation: Applicants will be assessed based on the following criteria:
    • Commitment to Hip Surgery: Demonstrated dedication to the management of hip disorders through clinical practice and related activities. Experience in educational activities within the field of hip surgery
    • Publications: Authorship of scientific publications related to hip surgery
    • Previous Fellowship Training: Completion of fellowship training in hip surgery
    • Collaborative Work: Engagement in multidisciplinary and international collaboration on complex hip surgery cases
    • Professional Development: Active pursuit of continuing education and participation in professional development activities
  2. Interview Stage: The top four candidates from the initial evaluation will be invited to participate in an online interview with members of the EHS EduCom.

This is an excellent and invaluable opportunity for young surgeons to meet and observe at close hand top experts in our field.

It is possible that no application may be considered suitable and the committee’s decision on all matters will be final.

EHS members only are welcome to apply.

Good luck!