Advancing Clinical Excellence, Research, and Innovation in Saving Limbs and Lives
The American Limb Preservation Society (ALPS) proudly introduces the ALPS Fellowship in Limb Preservation—a first-of-its-kind, multidisciplinary post-graduate training program designed to prepare the next generation of leaders in limb salvage. Through hands-on experience at world-class partner institutions and guided by leading experts, fellows will gain deep expertise in preventing amputation and improving outcomes for patients with diabetes, PAD, and complex wounds.
About the Fellowship
A Multidisciplinary Model for Limb Preservation Training
The ALPS Fellowship in Limb Preservation is a 12-month advanced training program for physicians and specialists seeking comprehensive, multidisciplinary education in the science and practice of limb salvage.
Core Focus Areas:
- Multidisciplinary “Toe & Flow” care models
- Diabetic foot ulcer management
- Advanced surgical and non-surgical limb-salvage techniques
- Vascular and perfusion assessment
- Clinical research and innovation in limb preservation
- Addressing health disparities and promoting equity in limb care
Fellows rotate across ALPS-affiliated academic centers in the U.S. and abroad, gaining broad, hands-on clinical and research experience.
The fellowship will be governed by the ALPS Fellowship Review Committee and the Fellowship Advisory Board, with quarterly evaluations and a final capstone summit presentation.
Who Should Apply
This fellowship is open to board-eligible or certified physicians and specialists in:
- Podiatry
- Vascular Surgery
- Endocrinology
- Wound Care
- Interventional Radiology
- Other fields related to limb preservation might also be applicable
Ideal candidates are those passionate about multidisciplinary collaboration, clinical innovation, and advancing limb preservation worldwide.
How to Apply
Application Process: Applicants must submit:
1
A Letter of Intent
(1–2 pages) describing career goals and interest in limb preservation
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Two Letters of Recommendation
Proof of Board Eligibility or Certification
Application Portal: Coming soon to the ALPS website.
Program Duration: 12 months
Start Date: TBD
For inquiries, contact: info@alpslimb.org
Partner Institutions
Our fellowship is proudly supported by world-leading academic centers committed to advancing multidisciplinary limb preservation:
Each partner site provides immersive rotations, mentorship, and research opportunities across podiatry, vascular surgery, endocrinology, and wound care disciplines.
University of California San Francisco (UCSF))
University of Southern California (USC)
University of Texas San Antonio (UTSA)
