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Joseph F. McCarthy - Physician Essay Contest

WESTERN SECTION OF THE AMERICAN

Foundation Annual

Funding Amount

$1,000 (1st place), $700 (2nd place), $300 (3rd place)

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Joseph F. McCarthy - Physician Essay Contest

Award Type: Essay competition

Award Amount:

  • 1st Prize: $1,000 (plus engraved plaque)

  • 2nd Prize: $700 (plus engraved plaque)

  • 3rd Prize: $300 (plus engraved plaque)
  • Geographic Scope: Western Section American Urological Association geographical area

    Eligibility: Any urologist in the geographical area of the Western Section AUA who has been out of training no more than 10 years. The contestant must be the principal worker and author of the paper.

    Subject Matter: The essay may consist of any topic of urologic interest. It need not be based on research. Must not be published prior to the date of the meeting.

    Judging Criteria: Papers are judged by the Essay Committee of the Western Section. Originality, importance of material and editorial clarity are important points in judging.

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Write essay on any topic of urologic interest
    2. Ensure essay has not been previously published
    3. Submit through online form for annual meeting
    4. Include abstract in Abstract Book submission
    5. Judging by Western Section Essay Committee

    Requirements

    • Principal author must be out of training no more than 10 years
    • Author must be principal worker on the paper
    • Subject must be of urologic interest
    • Original, unpublished work
    • Judged on originality, importance of material, and editorial clarity

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