Fellow status in the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine is one of the highest honors an AAHPM member can achieve. This designation recognizes professionals whose work is dedicated to advancing hospice and palliative care through clinical practice, leadership, and scholarship.
Fellowship is open to all eligible AAHPM members who demonstrate sustained commitment, professional excellence, and meaningful contributions to the field.
What It Means To Be a Fellow
Earning the FAAHPM designation reflects a peer‑reviewed evaluation of a member’s:
- Professional integrity
- Knowledge of hospice and palliative care
- Career accomplishments
- Commitment to scholarship and the specialty
Applicants voluntarily submit materials for review by peers, demonstrating their impact and contributions to the field.
Eligibility Requirements
AAHPM members may apply for Fellow status if they meet the following criteria:
- Active AAHPM membership in good standing for at least seven years
- Demonstrated professional activity in hospice and palliative care
- Evidence of expertise, scholarship, and sustained practice in the field
- Physician applicants must hold current board certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine through ABMS, AOA, or HMDCB
- Two completed recommendation forms
- A current curriculum vitae, limited to eight pages
- A minimum of 130 application points, as defined by the Academy
Student, resident, and international memberships do not count toward the required membership duration.
Review a sample application to view the full list of requirements.
Letters of Recommendation
Applicants must provide two official recommendations:
- From an AAHPM member in good standing
- From a supervisor, colleague, or current AAHPM member
All recommendations are submitted through the official online form system.
Before applying, please notify your two recommenders that they will receive an email from [email protected] with a link to complete the form.
How to Apply
The 2026 application cycle is now open and closes Friday, August 14 at 11:59 pm CT.
Only applications submitted through the official system are accepted.
Application components include:
- Completed online application
- Two recommendation forms submitted electronically
- Curriculum vitae
- Application fee of $365 submitted by:
- Credit card: Call AAHPM Member Services at 847.375.4712
- Check by Mail: see FAAHPM application for mailing address
If sending a check, please do so by Wednesday, July 22 to account for mail delivery time.