The Fellowship Directory lists 444 general surgery fellowship and training listings at 218 institutions and programme networks. The main training cities are Singapore, New York and Toronto. 41% say they accept international medical graduates and 34% describe a visa route. Every listing links to the programme's official page, where you should confirm dates and requirements. This includes 2 national DFMS/DFMSA specialty tracks, not confirmed hospital vacancies. Fellowships, observerships and specialist-training pathways are different categories; some listed calls are closed.
Frequently asked questions
How many general surgery fellowship and training listings are there?
444 listings at 218 institutions and programme networks are listed, each researched from official sources. This includes 2 national DFMS/DFMSA specialty tracks, not confirmed hospital vacancies. Fellowships, observerships and specialist-training pathways are different categories; some listed calls are closed.
Can international medical graduates apply?
184 of the 444 programmes say they accept international applicants, and 149 describe a visa route. Requirements differ by programme; eligibility and visa information do not guarantee acceptance or sponsorship.
When are the next application deadlines?
International Physician Observership (IPOP) — Breast and Endocrine Surgery track (Toho University Medical Center Omori Hospital): 31 October 2026; International Physician Observership (IPOP) — Gastroenterological Surgery track (Toho University Medical Center Omori Hospital): 31 October 2026; Subspecialty Programme (Sp2) in Surgery - Digestive Surgery (Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Airlangga (FK UNAIR) / RSUD Dr. Soetomo): 3 November 2026.