Call for Applications – Inaugural Examination

Advancing Excellence in Maxillofacial Surgery Through International Assessment

The International College of Maxillofacial Surgery (ICMFS) is pleased to announce the Inaugural ICMFS Fellowship Examination – 2027, an important initiative aimed at recognising clinical competence, academic excellence and professional development in maxillofacial surgery.

The ICMFS Fellowship is envisaged as an international professional qualification that provides surgeons across the globe with an opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge, clinical experience, surgical judgement and academic understanding through a structured assessment process.

The examination is open to eligible members of ICMFS who fulfil the prescribed professional and academic requirements.

1. About the ICMFS Fellowship

The ICMFS Fellowship represents the College’s commitment to promoting high standards in maxillofacial surgery through international academic collaboration, professional development and competency-based assessment.

The Fellowship Examination will evaluate candidates across three important domains:

• Clinical knowledge: Understanding of fundamental and advanced principles of maxillofacial surgery.
• Surgical experience and judgement: Clinical decision-making, treatment planning, operative principles and management of complications.
• Academic and professional competence: Critical thinking, evidence-based practice, research awareness and professional maturity.

The examination is intended to provide an equitable opportunity for eligible surgeons from different geographical regions and professional backgrounds.

2. Eligibility

Applicants should fulfil the professional and specialist qualification requirements prescribed by ICMFS – please check the attached forms

Candidates are required to provide evidence of their postgraduate qualifications, specialist training and relevant professional experience.

Applications will be scrutinised by the ICMFS Fellowship Examination Committee. Eligibility will be confirmed following verification of the submitted credentials and supporting documents.

3. Application Requirements

Applicants must submit the following:

A. Completed Application Form

The official ICMFS Fellowship Examination application form must be completed in full, signed and submitted with the required particulars.

B. Detailed Curriculum Vitae

The CV should include:

• Educational and postgraduate qualifications.
• Specialist training and professional experience.
• Current and previous professional appointments.
• Clinical and surgical areas of expertise.
• Academic and teaching appointments.
• Research contributions and peer-reviewed publications.
• Conference presentations and professional achievements.
• Memberships and fellowships of professional organisations.

C. Surgical Case Log – Ten Completed Cases

Applicants must submit a structured log documenting ten completed surgical cases demonstrating their clinical and operative experience.

Each case should include:

1. Clinical diagnosis and presentation.
2. Indication for surgical intervention.
3. Treatment planning.
4. Surgical procedure performed.
5. Applicant’s role in the procedure.
6. Relevant operative details.
7. Postoperative outcome and follow-up.
8. Complications, if any, and their management.

All patient information must be appropriately anonymised. Applicants should clearly indicate their individual contribution to each procedure. Please check the details

D. Supporting Documents

Copies of relevant educational qualifications, specialist credentials and other documents requested by the Examination Committee must accompany the application.

4. Examination Format

The ICMFS Fellowship Examination will comprise two components:

Part I – Written Examination

Date: 1 May 2027

The written examination will assess:

• Core principles of maxillofacial surgery.
• Applied surgical anatomy and pathology.
• Clinical diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Contemporary surgical techniques.
• Management of complications and complex clinical scenarios.
• Evidence-based clinical practice.

Further instructions regarding the examination format, duration and conduct will be communicated to eligible candidates.

Part II – Discussion and Oral Examination

Date: 15 May 2027

The oral examination will assess the candidate’s:

• Clinical reasoning and decision-making.
• Surgical judgement and technical understanding.
• Case-based problem-solving abilities.
• Management of challenging clinical situations.
• Understanding of contemporary literature and evidence.
• Professional and academic maturity.

The examination will be conducted by the designated ICMFS Fellowship Examination Committee and examiners.

5. Important Dates

6. Examination Fees

The examination fee and payment instructions will be provided in the official application form. A specific payment link will be created and shared, upon successful submission. The link will be valid for 24 hours ONLY, ‘

Applications submitted after the normal deadline of 28 February 2027 will be subject to the prescribed late fee.

Applications will not be accepted beyond 15 March 2027.

7. Assessment and Award of Fellowship

All applications will undergo eligibility screening and document verification.

Candidates will be assessed through the written and oral examination components according to the prescribed evaluation criteria.

The award of ICMFS Fellowship will be subject to fulfilment of the eligibility requirements and satisfactory performance in the examination components, in accordance with the regulations of the College.

The decisions of the Fellowship Examination Committee will be final.

8. A New Beginning – Building an International Fellowship

As this is the inaugural ICMFS Fellowship Examination, the College intends to begin with a relatively small cohort of approximately 10–15 candidates, with a maximum anticipated intake of 20 candidates. Our objective is to establish a robust and credible examination framework, prioritising academic rigour, fairness, transparency and quality. The initial sessions will also provide an opportunity to refine the examination process, incorporate constructive feedback and progressively develop the Fellowship programme.

We particularly encourage younger maxillofacial surgeons and eligible early-career specialists to take advantage of this opportunity to participate in the first cohorts of ICMFS Fellows.

The Fellowship aims to bring together qualified surgeons from different parts of the world, fostering international recognition, academic interaction and professional collaboration.

Be among the pioneers who help shape the future of ICMFS Fellowship.

9. How to Apply

Interested candidates are requested to download and complete the official application form and submit it along with:

• Detailed Curriculum Vitae.
• Surgical Case Log – Ten Completed Cases.
• Copies of relevant qualifications.
• Proof of payment of the examination fee.

Application submission: [Insert official ICMFS email address]

Enquiries: ICMFS Secretariat

Application deadline: 28 February 2027 (normal fee).

Extended deadline: 15 March 2027 (late fee).