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ASES Asian Exchange Fellowship Program

"The ASES Asia traveling fellowship is an unmatched opportunity to learn from and share ideas with thought leaders in Japan, South Korea and China. I came away with a new depth of understanding in countless areas of shoulder and elbow care. Most importantly, the friendships made along the way will foster a path of continued information exchange moving forward."

"A traveling fellowship is such a golden opportunity to step away from your own practice and watch other expert surgeons operate. The Asian traveling fellowship gives a unique perspective that can't be replicated with an online course. I think about this experience every day and the lessons learned are blended into my own personal tapestry in how I treat patients and perform research."

"My participation in the ASES Asian Exchange Program was truly transformative. The opportunity to engage with some of the world's leading experts in Asia provided invaluable insights into cutting-edge innovations in soft tissue techniques, particularly in arthroscopy around the shoulder. Their dedication to advancing the field continues to set new standards in patient care and surgical excellence. The knowledge and skills I gained have profoundly influenced my own practice, leading to meaningful changes that benefit my patients. Beyond professional growth, I deeply appreciate the lifelong relationships I have built through this exchange. It was an honor to be among the first exchange fellows from the United States, and I am grateful for the opportunity to contribute to and learn from this esteemed global community."

The Exchange (Traveling) Fellowship Program was established in 1993. The goals of this program are:

To provide maximum exposure to the major shoulder and elbow centers in the US and Asia
To facilitate learning and best clinical practices in shoulder and elbow patient care
To enhance surgical skills and competencies among international surgeons

ASES 2026 Exchange Fellowship Program

The three to four week Asian exchange fellowship with our partner organizations in China, Japan and South Korea will begin in the fall of 2026. Applicants must be no more than 15 years out of their fellowship as of December 31, 2025, practicing in the United States or Canada, board eligible or certified orthopaedic surgeons with a special interest and experience in shoulder and elbow research and patient care. The application deadline is November 30th, 2025.

2026 Traveling Fellows will receive the following benefits:

Eligibility for an ASES Research Grant.
All travel and hotel expenses will be covered and fellows will receive a small stipend after travel has been completed.
After your traveling fellowship is complete, submit a testimonial to the ASES office which will be included on the ASES website as well as communicated through the monthly newsletter to members.

Please contact the ASES office at info@ases-assn.org or at (847) 698-1629 with any questions.

Traveling Fellows by Year

2024 Paul Cagle, MD & Mohit Gilotra, MD
2022 Lewis Shi, MD & Stephanie Muh, MD

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