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1Department of Gastroenterology, King Fahad Specialist Hospital, Dammam, Saudi Arabia.
Abstract:
International fellowship training has become an increasingly important component of career development for gastroenterologists worldwide. Beyond clinical training, overseas fellowships provide opportunities for exposure to different healthcare systems, multidisciplinary models of care, research environments, leadership structures, and academic networks. For trainees from Saudi Arabia and the Gulf region, international fellowships may facilitate professional growth, academic development, and the establishment of long-term collaborative relationships.
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