ESOR Exchange Programme for Musculoskeletal Radiology Fellowships – Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC) (host training centre)

Overview

Three-month, mentored ESOR/ESSR exchange fellowship in musculoskeletal radiology; Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC) is listed as a 2026 host training centre. Intended to complement subspecialty training or an existing fellowship.

The programme

Focus

Musculoskeletal Radiology

Training type

Clinical fellowship

Duration

3 months

Start

Start date agreed with host tutor after selection

Positions

Five places across all host centres

Accreditation

European School of Radiology (ESOR) with European Society of Musculoskeletal Radiology (ESSR)

Department

Not stated on official page

Eligibility and visa

Eligibility

Radiologists within the first 3–4 years after board certification; fluent in English; active ESR and ESSR membership; may only apply to centres outside own country of residence/work; previous winners not eligible

International applicants

Yes – must train outside own country of residence/work

Visa support

Fellows apply for their own work permits and insurance; training centres provide assistance

Licence requirement

Not stated on official page

How to apply

Deadline

23 March 2026 (2026 round; closed)

Application method

Via MyESR portal ('Exchange Programmes for Fellowships'), choosing preferred training centre plus 2nd/3rd choices; single PDF application package

Funding

Funding

Grant of €3,500 (ESR/ESOR and subspecialty society) paid on completion towards travel and accommodation

Official sources