The Developing Countries Scholarship Fund was established to provide access to quality education for physicians who reside in developing countries to attend the AAHPM (American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine) and HPNA (Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association) annual conferences.
This scholarship program will provide financial support (up to $5,000) to physicians to learn the latest clinical information and research updates in hospice and palliative care from leading experts in the field.
This scholarship program is intended to facilitate Annual Assembly participation and cover ordinary costs associated with meeting registration, travel-related expenses (air fare, cab fare, meals), and lodging.
Eligibility
Scholarships are available to physicians who reside in a developing country (as defined by the World Health Organization) and care for seriously ill patients.
Preference will be given to applicants who are:
- members of the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine AAHPM (free virtual membership is available to physicians who reside in a nation on the HINARI list of eligible countries)
- have not previously attended the Annual Assembly
- are junior in their career, and
- whose organizations are considered least able to afford this opportunity.
Timetable
Deadline for applications: November 1.
Notification of awards: January.
Instructions
Submit the completed application form along with your uploaded curriculum vitae (limit of 2 pages), and a letter of recommendation or support by November 1.
For more information and application materials, see: Scholarship for Physicians in Developing Countries