AAO Fellowship ProgramFELLOW OF THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OSTEOPATHY (FAAO)Fellow of the American Academy of Osteopathy (FAAO) is an earned post-doctoral designation conferred by the American Academy of Osteopathy. Academy members who earn the FAAO designation have demonstrated outstanding understanding and execution of osteopathic principles. APPLICATION INFORMATIONApplication deadline for FAAO candidate cycle is November 15th. Download application packet (PDF)
INFORMATION AT A GLANCEActive Fellows of the AAO POLICYThe fellowship process is designed to be completed in a two-year cycle. If during the initial two-year cycle, a candidate wishes an extension or deferment, the Committee on Fellowship in the AAO may grant a one-year extension for sufficient cause. The conferment of honors occurs at the end of the two-year cycle after the candidate has fulfilled all the requirements for the FAAO. This is a solemn occasion and all Fellows are expected to wear academic regalia and march in procession at the opening of the president's banquet at the AAO annual Convocation. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS (SUMMARY)This is a brief summary of the application requirements, see the Information for Candidates booklet in the application packet for detailed requirements. 1. Membership in the AAO for a period of five (5) consecutive years. 2. Certification by a certifying board from one of the following organizations: the American Osteopathic Association (AOA), the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) or the American Board of Physician Specialties (ABPS). 3. Applicants shall show evidence of commitment to the AAO organization by meeting at least one (1) of these AAO organizational service requirements:
And of fulfilling at least three (3) of the following six (6) categories since completing a board certification.
4. Applicants shall file a signed statement of full compliance with the FAAO Code of Ethics and Professionalism policy. 5. At least five (5) years of practice are required since completion of initial board certification. 6. Applicants shall provide an abstract and outline with references of the proposed scientific paper or thesis to be developed for publication. 7. Provide proof of CME activity where at least 50 CME specialty hours must be programs sponsored by the American Academy of Osteopathy. 8. Case histories will be three (3) total with two (2) representative of the candidate's practice and one (1) pertinent to his or her thesis. 9. Applicants will sit for an interview and pre-assessment practical exam before formal approval of the outline of their proposed paper and acceptance of the member as a candidate in the Fellowship process. |