Dr. Ramon L. Ruiz Endowed Fellowship in Cleft and Craniofacial Surgery This $75,000 fellowship supports a young oral and maxillofacial surgeon who shares Dr. Ruiz’s passion for treating cleft lips and palates, craniosynostosis and complex craniofacial deformities.
The Dr. Ramon L. Ruiz Endowed Fellowship in Cleft and Craniofacial Surgery honors the legacy of Dr. Ruiz, a visionary leader in pediatric craniomaxillofacial surgery. The fellowship is intended for a surgeon participating in a program that offers a comprehensive scope of cleft, craniofacial and pediatric OMS training. It aims to prepare future leaders in the discipline—those committed to excellence in pediatric care, research and education.
Purpose of the Award:
- The Dr. Ramon L. Ruiz Endowed Fellowship in Cleft and Craniofacial Surgery honors the memory of Dr. Ramon L. Ruiz, who dedicated his career to advancing pediatric craniomaxillofacial surgery, particularly in the areas of cleft lip and palate repair, craniosynostosis and complex craniofacial deformities.
- The award aims to support a fellow in receiving comprehensive training in pediatric craniofacial surgery and to train the future leaders in the discipline of pediatric cleft and craniofacial surgery, leaders devoted to excellence in pediatric care, research and education.
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Guidelines
- Applicants must have completed an oral and maxillofacial surgery training program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA).
- Applicants must have secured a position in an accredited craniofacial fellowship program.
- The applicant must be a fellow or member of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS).
- The applicant must be a donor of the OMS Foundation.
- The applicant must be a citizen or non-citizen national of the United States or its possessions and territories and have been lawfully admitted to the United States or Canada for permanent residence.
- Commitment to pursuing a career in pediatric cleft craniofacial surgery.