Benjamin Fox Orthopaedic Research Scholar Award

The Benjamin Fox Orthopaedic Research Scholar Award promotes clinical research by giving extraordinary U.S. medical students the opportunity to investigate pertinent topics in clinical orthopaedic research at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP).

This funded “year-out” scholar program is unique because it was specifically designed for students who are interested in pursuing a career in orthopaedic surgery. The successful candidate will dedicate a year to clinical research with CHOP orthopaedic surgeons before either the third or fourth year of medical school.

Prerequisites for scholarship application

• Applicants must be completing their third year of medical school in the United States. In rare circumstances, uniquely qualified students finishing their second year of medical school in the U.S. may be considered.
• USMLE Step 2 score if available.
• The applicant must be in good academic standing and have an interest in pursuing a career in orthopaedic surgery.
• The successful applicant will be responsible, motivated, intellectually curious and independent.

Award stipend and benefits

The recipient of this award will receive a $45,000 stipend to cover living expenses for the year, as well as travel expenses to national meetings.