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Heart Sapling Visiting Scholar Program

Heart Sapling Visiting Scholar Program

Initiated by the BRICS Cardiovascular Health Innovation Center (BCHIC), the Heart Sapling Visiting Scholar Program is a specialized training initiative for international cardiologists. It facilitates the training of foreign cardiovascular specialists in China and reciprocally sends Chinese experts to conduct teaching overseas. Aimed at promoting exchange and collaboration with BRICS countries and 'the Group of Friends of the Global Development Initiative (GDI)' countries, the program fosters bilateral assistance, develops talents to boost diagnostic and therapeutic skills in cardiovascular health, and contributes to the overall improvement of global cardiovascular wellbeing.

Capitalizing on the excellent medical team and resources of Xiamen Cardiovascular Hospital Xiamen University (XMCH), the Heart Sapling Program offers annual study opportunities for mid-career and young cardiologists worldwide. For each visiting scholar, the program tailors a unique training regimen, providing a seasoned physician as a mentor and a junior doctor as a collaborator. Under their mentors' guidance, the visiting scholars undergo comprehensive clinical training in cardiovascular medicine. This experience amplifies their skills in diagnosing and treating cardiovascular diseases, ultimately driving the fusion of theoretical and practical cardiovascular knowledge to benefit a greater number of patients suffering from these conditions.

Heart Sapling Program

Eligibility of Applicants

1. Visiting scholars should come from countries other than China, be under the age of 45.
2. Visiting scholars should hold a master's degree or above in cardiovascular science from a foreign university.
3. Visiting scholars should work in medical or research institutions in countries other than China and be engaged in clinical diagnosis and treatment or medical research related to cardiovascular science.
4. Visiting scholars have to be qualified cardiovascular licensed to practice in their own country, and be well-equipped with abilities in cardiovascular disease diagnosis and treatment or research.
5. Fluent and proficiency in English is mandatory for the visiting scholars to interact with the medical team at XMCH.
Quota and Visit Period

Each year, BCHIC invites 15-20 visiting scholars to participate in clinical or research training at Xiamen Cardiovascular Hospital Xiamen University for a duration 6 months or 1 year. Applicants can propose a visit time according to their own situation. After approving the application, the Center will make uniform arrangements and decide in consultation with the applicant.
Compensations and Benefits

1. The center will provide visiting scholars with one-time round-trip traveling expenses (standard economy-class airline price), as well as accommodation and stipend-level income during the visiting.
2. The visiting scholars will be able to closely participate in the clinical treatment, use the laboratory and library resources in Xiamen Cardiovascular Hospital.
3. Each visiting scholar will be assigned with a senior researcher or doctor to work with him (her) as his (her) mentor in medical research or clinical treatment.
4. The Center will invite cardiovascular experts and scholars to hold training courses or academic exchanges for visiting scholars.
5. Visiting scholars can participate academic exchange in China during the stay, and the related expenses are funded by BCHIC.
6. During the visit, visiting scholars are required to make at least 1 academic report, the manuscript of the which is required to be submitted to the Center.
Admission Procedures

1. The center publishes information and accepts applications.
2. After receiving the applications, the center will make preliminary selection. And good candidates will be sent to experts for futher evaluation. Interviews will be organized when necessary.
3. Final acceptance decisions are made by the Expert Board based on applicant’s integrative qualifications and review results from the experts.
Required Application Materials

1. Heart Sapling Visiting Scholar Program Application Form
2. Most recent curriculum vitae
CV should clearly show the complete title of the highest degree you received as well as the name of the institution where you obtained your degree, (do not abbreviate institution name) including the date, month and year. CV should also clearly state your current title and/or position, including the complete name of your employer. And if you have published in international academic journals, please also indicate.
3. Passport Scan and detailed passport information
4. Copy of your medical school diploma or degree
5. Copy of your practicing physician qualification
Timelines

The Heart Sapling Visiting Scholar Program start in January 2023. We receive application all year round, and will process the application twice a year, by June 30 and December 31 respectively. Applicants will be notified of the results at a time.
Please send your application material to the email of Mr. XU Liangyou , the Administration Office’s director of Xiamen Cardiovascular Hospital Xiamen University. Question about the program or the application procedures may also consult with him.

Mr. XU Liangyou

Director, Administration Office
Xiamen Cardiovascular Hospital Xiamen University
Email: office@xmheart.com