Fellowship Awards

To improve women’s health we must invest in the future. FWW’s Fellowship Awards recognize and support MD and PhD candidates and those pursuing post-doc and specialty training in women’s health disciplines. Awards are one-time, non-recurring $5,000 direct to the individual.

2021: APPLICATIONS


Applications are currently under review for 2021.The next awards cycle will begin February 2022.

Fellowship awards are one-time, non-recurring $5,000 awards provided directly to awardees (subject to income tax). Only one application per applicant. There is no limit to the number of applications from any one medical institution/organization.

About the Gridley McKim-Smith Women’s Health Fellowship Awards

Questions? sharoncravitz@thefww.org

FWW Awardees

Our award recipients represent diverse scientific disciplines and personal backgrounds yet they share a dedication, aptitude, drive and talent for advancing medical knowledge of women’s health concerns. We are proud to support and encourage their current and future contributions.

“This award truly affirms my desire and commitment to work tirelessly to push the field of cancer research forward.” – FWW awardee
“I am so honored by this recognition …I hope to pursue [a research career] in gynecologic oncology…the women in my life who have been affected by cancer and FWW’s efforts continue to inspire me as I pursue my MD/PhD degrees and current research. Thank you.” – FWW awardee
“This award will make such a big difference in my ability to grow into a career where I combine my desire to be a physician with advancing research. I so appreciate its recognition [and] encouragement. It is an honor to be a part of this group.” – FWW awardee