AHF Anterior Hip Arthroplasty Traveling Fellowship 2025
Propel Your Orthopedic Career to the Next Level
Are you an early-career orthopedic surgeon looking to elevate your expertise in anterior hip replacement surgery? The 2025 AHF Anterior Hip Arthroplasty Traveling Fellowship is your chance to master the anterior approach, enhance your surgical skills, and connect with leaders in the field.
Applications are now open for this unparalleled experience!
Transformative Learning in Anterior Hip Arthroplasty
Building on the success of the inaugural 2024 Fellowship, the 2025 Fellowship offers additional opportunities for early-career surgeons to refine their surgical techniques and broaden their understanding of anterior hip arthroplasty.
With thanks to lead sponsor:
This immersive, OR-focused Fellowship emphasizes:
- Efficiency in anterior hip replacement workflows.
- Advanced techniques for both primary and revision surgeries.
- Exposure to ASC and hospital settings, allowing Fellows to learn in diverse environments.
- Discussions and observations covering outpatient joint replacement, pain management strategies, and cutting-edge technologies.
During the Fellowship, you will:
- Shadow world-renowned AHF Board members and experts in anterior hip arthroplasty.
- Participate in hands-on learning and interactive discussions with mentors.
- Attend the Anterior Hip Foundation Annual Meeting, where you’ll exchange ideas with peers, network with industry leaders, and gain access to the latest advancements in anterior hip surgery.
Also Supported by:
Track ONE Schedule
May 21- June 7, 2025
The 2025 AHF Traveling Fellowship is based on multiple visits across the U.S. with leading anterior hip surgeons and diverse learning experiences:
Track One
Stop 1: California
Surgeries with Dr. Alexander Sah in both hospital and ASC settings.
Stop 2: Colorado
Surgical sessions and consults with Dr. Joel Matta and Dr. Kris Alden.
Stop 3: Georgia
OR time with Dr. Charles DeCook and Dr. Thomas Bradbury.
Stop 4: Kentucky
Clinics and surgeries with Dr. Jonathan Yerasimides.
Stop 5: Tennessee
The AHF 2025 Conference, comprising keynote sessions, workshops, networking events and pre-conference lab.
Track TWO Schedule
May 21- June 7, 2025
Track two runs in parallel to track One with both converging in Nashville for AHF 2025.
Track Two
Stop 1: California
A visit to Hoag in Irvine, CA with Drs. Robert Gorab and Jay Patel
Stop 2: New York
Columbia – New York, NY with Dr. H. John Cooper
Stop 3: New York
This stop visits HSS to spend time with Dr. Eytan Debbi
Stop 4: Virgina
A trip to the Anderson Clinic in Arlington, VA with Drs. Robert Sershon and William Hamilton
Stop 5: Tennessee
The AHF 2025 Conference, comprising keynote sessions, workshops, networking events and pre-conference lab.
What the Fellowship Covers
The AHF Traveling Fellowship provides financial support, including:
- Round-trip airfare and in-country travel.
- Hotel accommodations.
- Registration for the AHF Annual Meeting.
- Select meals and social events.
Who Should Apply?
The Fellowship is ideal for early-career orthopedic surgeons who are:
- Within 1-5 years of practice.
- Passionate about expanding skills in the anterior approach to hip arthroplasty.
- Preferably based in the U.S. (however international applicants will be considered)
Invest in Your Future and Apply Now
The 2025 AHF Anterior Hip Arthroplasty Traveling Fellowship is your gateway to mastering advanced surgical techniques, building professional connections, and shaping the future of anterior hip arthroplasty.
Apply today for an opportunity to participate in this elite program and take the next step in your career.
Additional sponsors include:
"My experience with the Anterior Hip Foundation Traveling Fellowship was truly transformative and inspiring. It provided an unparalleled opportunity to network with world-class leaders in anterior hip surgery, fostering meaningful connections and professional growth. Witnessing their practices firsthand and learning directly from the best in the field was an extraordinary, once-in-a-lifetime experience that has profoundly enriched my knowledge, skills, and perspective in anterior hip arthroplasty."
Richard Okafor, MD
2024 Traveling Fellow
