Observership Program
Istanbul Voice Center offers a structured clinical observership for physicians who want to observe subspecialty laryngology in practice: office-based procedures, phonosurgery, swallowing evaluation, and the day-to-day running of a focused voice clinic.
Who it is for
The program is designed for otolaryngologists, laryngology and voice fellows, and senior otolaryngology residents. It suits physicians who already practise in the field and want direct exposure to office-based technique and to the workflow of a single-focus institute. It is an observership, not a hands-on surgical fellowship: participants observe, discuss, and learn, and do not operate on patients.
Program structure
Observerships run from one to four weeks, arranged around the clinic calendar. Over that time a participant can expect to observe:
- Office-based procedures: injection augmentation, botulinum toxin injection, in-office laser, and sensory nerve procedures.
- Phonosurgery in theatre, including microlaryngeal surgery and framework surgery.
- Flexible endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES) and stroboscopic voice assessment.
- Clinic operations: how a subspecialty voice service is organised, from assessment through treatment planning to follow-up.
The range and number of cases a participant sees depends on the clinic schedule during their stay. The institute performs more than 300 office-based procedures a year, so visiting physicians can expect substantial exposure to office technique in particular.
Requirements to apply
Applicants should submit:
- A curriculum vitae.
- A short letter of intent describing their background and what they hope to gain.
- A letter of reference (optional).
A valid medical qualification is required. There is no fee for the observership. Working proficiency in English is sufficient; knowledge of Turkish is not required.
Assessment and evaluation
Applications are reviewed on a quarterly cycle. A participant who completes the program receives a certificate of attendance.
Contact
Enquiries and applications go to the institute, and the team handles scheduling and next steps: info@istanbulvoicecenter.com
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for the observership?
Otolaryngologists, laryngology and voice fellows, and senior otolaryngology residents. A valid medical qualification is required.
Is there a fee for the observership?
No. The observership is offered without charge.
Do I need to speak Turkish?
No. Working proficiency in English is sufficient.
Can observers perform procedures?
No. This is an observership, not a hands-on surgical fellowship. Participants observe, discuss, and learn, and do not operate on patients.
How long does an observership last?
One to four weeks, arranged around the clinic calendar.
Research and teaching, open to colleagues
Observerships, collaboration and the monthly Brief are the three ways most clinicians connect with the institute.