Patellofemoral Traveling Fellowship

Sponsored by The Patellofemoral Foundation, Inc.

History of the Award

The first ISAKOS Patellofemoral Traveling Fellowship was awarded in 2005 on behalf of ISAKOS and the Patellofemoral Foundation (PFF) providing an opportunity for young orthopaedic surgeons to travel to various medical sites around the world to learn more about patellofemoral disease and how well-respected expert physicians, surgeons and therapists are treating it. At each site the traveling fellow participates in patellofemoral research, patellofemoral surgical procedures, patient management or cadaver dissections in order to broaden their knowledge of the disease. The knowledge learned by the traveling fellow is invaluable and is then passed on to contemporaries, and patients.

Past Winners

Purpose of the Award

The Patellofemoral Traveling Fellowships are available on a competitive basis to young orthopaedic surgeons interested in the study and advancement of understanding of the patellofemoral joint. Young Professionals are categorized as those 45 years of age or younger. The purpose of the fellowship is to promote better understanding and communication around the world regarding patellofemoral pain.

Application Requirements

Applicants must be current ISAKOS Members in good standing, and are required to submit two short essays (250 words or less), two letters of recommendation and their curriculum vitae. The first short essay must indicate their interest in the patellofemoral joint and reasons for applying for the fellowship and the second short essay should indicate their Academic Goals and Teaching Opportunities. Please ensure submitted CVs include orthopaedic training, including fellowships, list of publications and awards.

Applications will open on May 01, 2025.

Review Process

Applications will be reviewed and winners will be selected by representatives of the ISAKOS Traveling Fellowship Committee, Knee Sports & Preservation Committee, and The Patellofemoral Foundation. Preference will be given to young orthopaedic surgeons (age 45 and younger) who have established an academic record of accomplishment.

Fellowship

Fellowships are awarded once every two years. The recipients will receive waived registration to the ISAKOS congress and will be presented with a framed certificate at the ISAKOS Congress.

For each fellowship recipient, a stipend will be provided to permit visits to several centers, worldwide, that offer opportunities to learn about the complexities of patellofemoral pain. Fellows must complete travel within the designated term and are encouraged, but not required, to travel together. Fellows must document their travels with a written report of the experience.

Note: Individuals are only permitted to receive one fellowship per lifetime. ISAKOS fellowship recipients, if not already an ISAKOS Member, are required to become an ISAKOS Member prior to receiving their award. One year of Membership dues will be waived in the year of Congress.