E.S.A. Fellowship Program

Overview

During the Meeting in Bergen (2003) the European Strabismological Association established a fellowship for training in strabismus. The program enables ophthalmologists with prior experience to continue or complete training in strabismology.

Funding & duration

• Financial support of €3,000–6,000
• Duration of 3 or 6 months
• Awarded annually, depending on ESA financial status

Eligibility

• Ophthalmologist with existing experience/background in strabismology

Application requirements

• Curriculum vitae and list of publications
• Evidence of completed training in ophthalmology
• Information regarding language abilities
• Letters of recommendation
• Specified training centre(s) where you wish to study
• Letter of support from the Head of the Centre/Hospital/University for the chosen fellowship placement

Supervision & reporting

• The training centre must be supervised by an ESA Member
• Fellowship Committee: 4 ESA Members, including the Secretary‑Treasurer (appointed by the Council)
• Reports due within 2 months after completion: one from the supervisor and one from the ESA fellow

Timeline

• Applications due by 31 October (latest)
• Evaluation finalized within 6 weeks by the Fellowship Committee