Candidates for Associate Fellowship should have clear potential for the scholarly pursuit of careers in health, medicine, health science, or related areas, particularly in affiliation with a college, university, hospital, community organization, or recognized institution engaged in such work. Nomination as an Associate Fellow requires submission of a letter of recommendation from the Program Director or Dean, or current employer if the candidate is not a student or trainee, attesting to the candidate's character and promise for professional attainment in health care or related fields. Candidates are also required to submit a completed nomination form, which must include information outlining career interests and future goals.
Selection as an Associate Fellow provides a unique opportunity for aspiring health professionals to become more involved in issues relevant to the health of the public.
Benefits of Associate Fellowship include:
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invitations to attend the various educational programs, activities, and other events occurring at The New York Academy of Medicine at discounted rates or free of charge
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priority access to the Academy's world class medical Library and its services
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a subscription to the Journal of Urban Health: The Bulletin of The New York Academy of Medicine
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receipt of the various publications of the Academy, including newsletters, special communications, and the Annual Report
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participation in the activities of specialty and/or interdisciplinary Sections of your choice
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networking opportunities with leaders in health care, medicine, and related fields
Appointment as an Associate Fellow may be for a maximum period of seven years following receipt of a post-baccalaureate degree, although an individual may be nominated for full Fellowship status in the Academy at any time five years after receipt of a post-baccalaureate degree.
Annual dues for Associate Fellows are $20.00 for students and $40.00 for all others.
For further
information, please contact:
Office of Trustee and Fellowship Affairs
The New York Academy of Medicine
1216 Fifth Avenue
New York, New York 10029-5293
212-419-3644
Amy Kline
Associate Fellowship Application Materials
To download an Associate Fellowship Nomination Form, click here.
To download information on writing a nominating or seconding letter, click here.
To download a Current Roster of Academy Fellows, click here.
To download the Academy By-Laws, click here.
