The Fellowship Directory lists 305 plastic surgery fellowship and training listings at 201 institutions and programme networks. The main training cities are New York, Toronto and Boston. 27% say they accept international medical graduates and 12% describe a visa route. Every listing links to the programme's official page, where you should confirm dates and requirements. This includes 3 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 plastic surgery fellowship and training listings are there?
305 listings at 201 institutions and programme networks are listed, each researched from official sources. This includes 3 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?
82 of the 305 programmes say they accept international applicants, and 38 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) — Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery track (Toho University Medical Center Omori Hospital): 31 October 2026; DFMS / DFMSA — Maxillofacial Surgery (National DFMS/DFMSA network — coordinated by Université de Strasbourg): 10 December 2026; DFMS / DFMSA — Oral Surgery (physician route) (National DFMS/DFMSA network — coordinated by Université de Strasbourg): 10 December 2026.