Appraisal of the IADT fellowship - A member survey.
Juan Eduardo OnettoMichal SobczakTony SkapetisBill KahlerOlga TishkinaGertrude Van GorpAnne C O'ConnellPublished in: Dental traumatology : official publication of International Association for Dental Traumatology (2024)
The survey indicates the diverse motivations and perceptions regarding the IADT Fellowship, despite the low participation of IADT members. Achieving fellowship status is desired by 87.7% of non-fellows. The majority of respondents were aware of the process, but main concerns were identified as eligibility criteria and examination difficulty. Options for alternate pathways and other initiatives promoting engagement were identified. Further exploration of these issues is required to be representative of the entire IADT membership. Addressing these obstacles could significantly enhance fellowship participation and overall member satisfaction within the IADT community.