IPSIS is pleased to offer a scholarship for early career members to attend either the September Lumbar Bio-Skills Lab in Washington, D.C., or the October Cervical Bio-Skills Lab in New Orleans, LA.

This scholarship supports professional development by providing hands-on training in lumbar or cervical procedures. Selected recipients will gain valuable experience working alongside expert instructors.

This scholarship is open to PGY - 4 Residents (current or upcoming in 2026), Fellows, US/Canadian Y1, US/Canadian Y2, and International IPSIS members.


Please complete the application below. Only completed applications will be considered.

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* Name (ex: John Doe, MD)

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* Email Address

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* In-training or Practice Status

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* Primary Specialty

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* Please indicate which course you are applying for.
Residents and Fellows Please Note: To attend the Cervical Bio-Skills Lab, you must have previously completed the Lumbar Bio-Skills Lab. If you have not completed the Lumbar lab, you must apply for and receive an approved waiver in order to attend the Cervical lab.

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* Personal Statement

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* Current CV
We recommend a maximum of 3 pages for your CV

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* Scholarship Engagement Commitment
As part of our commitment to expanding access and increasing awareness of this event, one of the goals of this scholarship program is to amplify the event’s impact through participant engagement and peer-to-peer outreach. Scholarship recipients will be expected to share information about the event and their experience with their networks, particularly through social media and professional or academic communities.

Applicants should include a brief statement outlining how they would promote the event before, during, and after their participation. This may include planned social media posts, blog articles, list serves, or other creative approaches to sharing insights and encouraging others to get involved.

We value applicants who are enthusiastic about contributing to the broader visibility and continued growth of this event.

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