IAOMS Foundation | 2027–2028

Qiu Weiliu Fellowship Program

Honoring a legacy. Advancing global OMS education.

The IAOMS Foundation Qiu Weiliu Fellowship Program is a six-month advanced training opportunity created to honor the remarkable legacy of Prof. Qiu Weiliu and expand access to world-class education in oral and maxillofacial surgery.

Fellows train at Shanghai Ninth People’s Hospital / Shanghai Jiao Tong University College of Stomatology in Shanghai, China, with exposure to clinical and surgical procedures, academic engagement, research and presentation opportunities. Each Fellow receives a USD $12,500 stipend, paid in installments.

Through this experience, Fellows return to their home countries with expanded expertise, stronger international networks and new capacity to advance patient care, education and collaboration.

2027–2028 Fellowship at a Glance

A Global Training Opportunity

About the Fellowship

The Qiu Weiliu Fellowship Program builds on the IAOMS Foundation’s long-standing commitment to advancing education, training and collaboration across the global oral and maxillofacial surgery specialty.

During six months of immersive training at Shanghai Ninth People’s Hospital, Fellows gain exposure to clinical and surgical practice, academic events, research and presentation opportunities within one of China’s leading oral and maxillofacial surgery institutions.

The fellowship is designed to extend its impact beyond the individual participant. Fellows return home with knowledge, skills and international connections they can use to strengthen patient care, education and collaboration within their own institutions and communities.

What Does the Fellowship Provide?

Shanghai, China

Training at Shanghai Ninth People’s Hospital

Shanghai Ninth People’s Hospital , affiliated with Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, is recognized for its strength in clinical practice, teaching and research in oral and maxillofacial surgery.

IAOMS has recognized the hospital as an IAOMS Training Center, supporting international specialist OMS training and strengthening global pathways for education and collaboration.

Who Should Apply?

The Qiu Weiliu Fellowship Program is designed for early- to mid-career oral and maxillofacial surgeons seeking advanced international training and committed to applying and sharing what they learn within their home institutions and communities.

Strong candidates should demonstrate:

• A commitment to advancing clinical knowledge and patient care
• Interest in international academic and professional collaboration
• A desire to engage in clinical, surgical, academic, research and presentation opportunities
• A commitment to sharing knowledge with colleagues and trainees
• The potential to extend the impact of the fellowship within their institution, community or region

Who Is Eligible for the 2027–2028 Fellowship?

Applicants must:

• Be a current IAOMS member with at least two years of membership, meaning membership since October 2024 for the 2027–2028 application cycle.
• Commit to maintaining active IAOMS membership through December 31, 2028.
• Have completed basic oral and maxillofacial surgery training by June 30, 2026 and be within five years of completing that training at the time of application.

Additional application requirements are provided within the online application.

What Is Required to Apply?

Applicants should prepare all required materials before beginning the application.

1. Online Application
   Complete the application for the fellowship track for which you wish to be considered. The application includes a personal statement.
2. Curriculum Vitae
   Submit a current CV outlining education, training, professional experience and relevant clinical or academic activity.
3. Professional Headshot
   Provide a current professional photograph.
4. Letter of Recommendation from Your Training Program Director
5. Letter of Privileges
   Provide a letter from your professor or department head outlining your current oral and maxillofacial surgery privileges, including types of surgery performed, diagnoses treated and frequency.
6. Two Additional Letters of Recommendation
   Submit two letters of recommendation from IAOMS members and/or representatives of your affiliated national oral and maxillofacial surgery association.
7. Three Professional References
   Provide the names and contact information for three professional references.
8. Signed Confidentiality Agreement

How to Apply

Use the official 2027–2028 Qiu Weiliu Fellowship Program application. Applicants will be asked to sign in to or create an IAOMS account before accessing the form.

Apply for the Qiu Weiliu Fellowship

2027–2028 Application Timeline

Generosity & Leadership

Made Possible Through a Shared Commitment to Global OMS Education

The Qiu Weiliu Fellowship Program is made possible through a generous $50,000 annual gift for three years from Dr. James Chow, a member of the IAOMS Foundation Board of Trustees.

The IAOMS Foundation also recognizes the leadership and dedication of Dr. Alfred Lau, IAOMS Foundation Trustee and Education Committee Co-Chair, whose efforts helped make the program possible and strengthen the collaboration with Shanghai Ninth People’s Hospital.

Their support reflects a shared belief in the power of education, international collaboration and advanced surgical training to strengthen the future of oral and maxillofacial surgery worldwide.

Applications Open

Carry the Legacy Forward

Spend six months expanding your clinical, surgical and academic perspective in Shanghai, building international relationships and bringing new knowledge home to the patients, colleagues and communities you serve.

Apply for the Qiu Weiliu Fellowship

Applications close Sunday, November 29, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. CST.

IAOMS Membership Is Required

Applicants must be current IAOMS members for a minimum of two years, since October 2024, and commit to IAOMS membership through December 31, 2028.

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Questions About the Fellowship?

For questions about the Qiu Weiliu Fellowship Program or application process, contact Caryn Adolph at cadolph@iaoms.org.