The South African Society of Travel Medicine invites applications for the IAMAT Robert Haru Fisher Travel Medicine Scholarship for the 2022/23 academic year.
This is one of two scholarships awarded to a doctor or nurse living and working in an African country, outside of South Africa. Preference will be given to practitioners with knowledge of travel medicine and the capacity to expand the practice in their country.
The scholar attends a 5-day travel medicine course offered by SASTM in association with the University of the Witwatersrand and participates in clinical observations. It will run for 3 days at the Travel Doctor clinic in Johannesburg.
The intensive course looks at all aspects of travel medicine, including patient-centered care, pre-and post-travel health protocols, and case studies. Before the course, the scholars are expected to study the provided educational materials to facilitate participation in the course.
The scholars must write 2 exams (at the beginning and end of the course) and submit a travel medicine project. Rest assured, a Certificate of Competence will be issued by the University of the Witwatersrand upon successful completion.
Worth of Award
IAMAT pays for the
- tuition,
- educational materials,
- local transportation, and
- accommodations.
However, the recipient is responsible for transportation to South Africa and any additional miscellaneous costs. Upon successful completion of the course, IAMAT will reimburse the scholar for the airfare (economy class).
Eligibility
- Living and working in a country in Africa where travel medicine is an emerging specialty, outside of South Africa
- Knowledge of travel medicine
- Capacity to expand travel medicine in the workplace and region/country
- Proven excellent English writing and speaking proficiency
How to Apply
You can apply online for the IAMAT Robert Haru Fisher Travel Medicine Scholarship via the official website.
Deadline: The application deadline is October 24, 2022, at 11:59 pm CAT.