Apply for OGB Resident Scholarship for Clinical Congress 2023

The ACS Operation Giving Back (OGB) program has announced a scholarship opportunity for surgery residents. This grant provides access to a 1-day Didactic Course, “Global Health Competencies for Surgeons: Cognitive and System Skills,” scheduled for Saturday, October 21, from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm in Boston, Massachusetts.

This course will help prepare the international volunteer to understand the characteristics of low resource surgical environments, situational ethics, cultural competency, tropical diseases relevant in surgery, personal preparedness and health considerations, responsibilities as a health worker, and the scope of the "essential surgical" procedures as defined by the Disease Control Priorities (DCP-3). It represents a significant opportunity for professional development and networking with faculty members who have experience in global surgery.

The scholarship is intended to cover the cost of course registration and associated travel expenses. Access the application.

Eligibility for this grant requires ACS membership and a demonstrated interest in global health. The deadline for complete application submission is Friday, August 18.