KASS 2026 Early Career Surgeon Grant Application

Early Career Surgeon Grant Application

21st Annual Meeting of the Korean American Spine Society
Apply for an Early Career Surgeon Grant

Residents, fellows, and early-career surgeons (within first five years of practice) are invited to apply for a travel grant to attend KASS 2026. Abstract presenters will be given priority in grant selection; learn more about submitting an abstract HERE.

You do not have to be of Korean heritage or a member of KASS to apply.

Learn more about the Korean American Spine Society Annual Meeting HERE.

Instructions:
1. Submit this form by April 16, 2026.
2. If accepted, register for and attend the meeting.
3. Grant recipients must attend an Early Career Surgeon Dinner on the evening of Thursday, July 9 and either a Non-CME Workshop or Early Career Surgeon Reception on Friday, July 10.
Approved grant recipients who fulfill the above conditions will receive:
- Complimentary registration
- $500 grant for travel expenses
- $200 nightly rebate on up to 3 nights' hotel stay at the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa
Note: Early Career Surgeons are limited to a lifetime maximum of 2 grants awarded in support of their attendance at the KASS Annual Meeting.

April 16, 2026 - Submission Deadline
May 12, 2026 - Notifications Sent
May 21, 2026 - Deadline to Confirm your Participation
Applicant Name*

First NameLast Name
Applicant Degree*
(MD, PhD, BS, etc.)
Applicant Email*
example@example.com
Secondary Email Address (recommended)
example@example.com; will be used if we have trouble reaching you at your primary address.
Residency Completion Year or Anticipated Year*
Fellowship Completion Year or Anticipated Year*
Current Institution*
Current Institution Location*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Upcoming Institution (if applicable)
Upcoming Institution Location

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Please upload a copy of your CV.*

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Click "Submit" below to comple this application. If you have any questions, please email Pam Scianna at pscianna@broad-water.com or call (630) 681-1040 x313.
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