Fellowships

Building long-term commitment to our cause

To strengthen our impact, we seek to develop future leaders through fellowships. We believe that with the right knowledge and inspiration, these dedicated professionals will take our cause to their communities, engage their colleagues and introduce it to representatives from various sectors of their local community.

Long-term fellowships in cleft and craniofacial surgery provided the first program that led to the training of professionals from China, Colombia, the Philippines, Nicaragua, Vietnam and Palestine. Many years after completing their fellowships, these individuals, now in positions of leadership within their communities, continue serving children. Today, thanks to generous contributions from our supporters, we offer significant opportunities for fellows to learn and become the next generation of leaders.

The Regan Fellowship

The Regan Fellowship offers resident physicians the opportunity to participate in the life-changing work of Operation Smile. Made possible by invaluable donor support, residents in plastic surgery, pediatrics and anesthesiology are invited to attend an international medical mission and work under the supervision and mentorship of veteran Operation Smile physicians.

While on the mission, residents also participate in our research initiatives that will allow for better treatment and prevention of cleft lip and cleft palate. During this program, residents may network with one another and share their experiences at the annual conference of Regan Fellows.

For more information on the Regan Fellowship Program, contact Nathan Fender.

The Stryker International Fellows Program

The Stryker International Fellows Program seeks to build a global team of international rising plastic surgeons who have had a unique exposure to the humanitarian programs of Operation Smile and to the surgical management of cleft lip and cleft palate.

For more information on the Stryker Fellows Program, contact Nathan Fender.

Operation Smile Chang Gung Hospital Tsao Fellowship Program

After completing their specialty training, young professionals from all over the world have the opportunity to enroll in fellowship training at the prestigious Chang Gung Hospital and University in Taiwan. Current 12-month offerings include microsurgery, craniofacial surgery, pediatric anesthesia and pediatric intensive care. Thanks to the vision of this program’s benefactor, the program extends beyond the actual training in Taiwan and includes faculty visits for continued mentorship.

For more information on the Chang Gung Hospital Tsao Fellowship Program, please contact Maria de la Torre.