Fellowship programme for foreign doctors
Fellowship programme for foreign doctors
Young doctors of various areas of work interested in professional growth and willing to develop cooperation with Russia and Russian counterparts
About participants
The educational and practical track is determined individually depending on the applicants' area of work and implies full immersion in the clinical work of the medical institution that hosts an applicant’s training as part of the fellowship
Programme
The opportunity to learn about the latest achievements of Russian doctors, techniques and practices of conservative and surgical treatment of various diseases, and to participate in conferences and other scientific and practice-oriented events
Fellowship results
Programmes of 2026
The call for applications is closed.
The application deadline is August 24, 2026.
About programme
The scientific and clinical fellowship for doctors allows non-Russian experts to gain practical medical experience at leading Russian healthcare institutions and participate in research activities. This programme is a unique opportunity for international doctors to work with top specialists of the university clinics at Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University (Sechenov University).
During the fellowship, participants have a chance to immerse themselves in treatment activities and learn from the experience of the best professionals of Russia. The educational and practical track is determined individually depending on the applicants' area of work and implies full immersion in the clinical training process.
During the fellowship, participants have a chance to immerse themselves in treatment activities and learn from the experience of the best professionals of Russia. The educational and practical track is determined individually depending on the applicants' area of work and implies full immersion in the clinical training process.
Programme partners
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Alexander Gorchakov Public Diplomacy Fund -
Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University (Sechenov University) -
The grant support from the Presidential Grants Foundation
- Working languageEnglish
- Number of participants10 fellows
- Duration2 weeks
- CityMoscow
Eligibility
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Non-Russian citizenship; residence outside of the Russian Federation - Relevant degree and medical experience (status of a doctor, a resident doctor, or pharmacist at a non-Russian medical organisation)
- Age between 21 and 40
- No academic or employment affiliation with Russian educational institutions or employers at the time of application (candidates must not be enrolled in Russian educational institutions or employed by Russian organisations)
- Proficiency in English (a minimum level of B2)
Participation instructions
Navigate to "My projects" section using your member area, then choose the "Create an application" item, tick the name of the programme you are interested in, and fill in an application form
The selection process is of competitive nature and based on professional experience of a candidate. It implies procedures that are participatory (the online interview) and those in absence of a candidate.
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