2027 Fellow Scholar Applications
Application Deadline: November 30, 2026
The Society of Gynecologic Surgeons (SGS) Fellow Scholar Program provides gynecology fellows with an opportunity to experience the SGS Annual Scientific Meeting and become introduced to the SGS community.
Established in 2014, the program is supported by the Nancy Frankel & Lennie Siegel Fund and the Dee F. Fenner Education Fund. The Fellow Scholar Program is designed to support the next generation of gynecologic surgeons by providing access to education, mentorship, networking, and opportunities for future involvement with SGS.
The 2027 Fellow Scholars will be invited to attend the SGS Annual Scientific Meeting, March 14–17, 2027, in San Antonio, Texas.
Who Should Apply?
The Fellow Scholar Program is open to gynecology fellows currently enrolled in accredited or non-accredited fellowship programs in the United States and Canada.
The program is specifically designed to introduce new fellows to SGS. Applicants must:
- Not currently be an SGS member
- Not have previously attended an SGS Annual Scientific Meeting
- Not have previously participated in SGS volunteer or research activities
Application Requirements
Applicants will be asked to submit:
- A personal statement of approximately 250 words
- An abbreviated CV or biosketch
- A letter of support from their Program Director
Applications will be evaluated based on the applicant’s personal statement, letter of support, and potential for future engagement with SGS.
For questions about the SGS Fellow Scholar Program, please contact info@sgsonline.org.
Program Benefits
Each year, selected Fellow Scholars are invited to attend the SGS Annual Scientific Meeting and receive:
- Complimentary Annual Scientific Meeting registration
- Airfare reimbursement
- Hotel accommodations
- One year of complimentary SGS Associate Membership
Fellow Scholars also have the opportunity to connect with SGS members and leaders, participate in the Society’s educational and scientific programming, and learn more about ways to become involved with SGS.