CLINICAL RESEARCH FELLOWSHIPS
Drs. Gerald and John Marks have valued and engaged with an international community of rectal cancer specialists across disciplines and minimally invasive surgeons for several decades. This network has enriched the scholarship and clinical practices of all involved and broadened perspectives. It’s not only allowed us to share our work but also also kept us in the loop about important global innovations. Over the years, physicians from around the world have been interested in learning more about the Marks’s methods for managing rectal cancer and wanted a front row seat. These professional relationships set the stage for ongoing collaborations and friendships that last a lifetime.
Complex Rectal Cancer Management, Surgical and Oncologic Therapy Innovation, and Program Development Skills
This opportunity is targeted for international surgeons and other physicians who are interesting in learning more about and contributing academically to our ongoing work in
Complex, interdisciplinary rectal cancer care,
Expanding the adoption of minimally invasive surgical strategies in cancer treatment generally
Surgical technical innovation
This may be especially relevant for international physicians who seek to build a program in their home country.
REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have earned an MD and be fluent in English.
DURATION: Fellowships range from 3 to 12 months.
ACTIVITIES: Fellows will participate in the twice-monthly multidisciplinary rectal cancer conference and weekly research meetings, help with data collection and interpretation, design and execute clinical studies, learn to work with the Human Protections committee, author publications, prepare presentations, work with our image archive, and get some exposure to the clinical practice.
FUNDING: This is a priority area for fundraising for future scholarships. Fellows currently must have their own support.