Name: Farouk Khury

Israeli Institution: Rambam Health Care Campus

North American Institution: NYU Langone Health, New York, NY

Fellowship Year: 2025-2026

Description:
Dr. Farouk Khury is pursuing an Adult Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship at NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital as a transformative step in his professional development and as a strategic investment in the future of orthopedic care in Israel. NYU Langone is recognized globally as a leader in joint replacement surgery, offering levels of clinical complexity, technological innovation, and research infrastructure that are not currently available in Israel.
A central component of this fellowship is close mentorship from world-renowned faculty, including Professor Ran Schwarzkopf, a global authority in hip and knee arthroplasty. Under this guidance, Dr. Khury will gain advanced hands-on training in complex primary and revision joint replacement surgeries, as well as in cutting-edge technologies such as robotic-assisted surgery and minimally invasive techniques. This intensive U.S.-based training will elevate his surgical expertise to the highest international standards, enabling him to treat the most challenging reconstructive cases.
In parallel with clinical training, the fellowship offers robust opportunities for meaningful research. Dr. Khury will engage in high-impact clinical studies focused on improving surgical outcomes, optimizing prosthetic design, and enhancing recovery protocols. Access to large patient volumes and advanced research resources will allow him to generate evidence that can directly influence clinical practice. He also plans to develop foundational research skills in biomaterials and implant longevity—areas with significant long-term implications for patient outcomes.
This fellowship represents a major personal and professional commitment, undertaken with a clear goal: to return to Israel and translate world-class expertise into local impact. Upon completing the fellowship, Dr. Khury will return to Rambam Medical Center and will lead complex cases, introduce innovative surgical techniques, and help implement best practices drawn from one of the world’s foremost orthopedic centers.
Beyond direct patient care, Dr. Khury is committed to education and mentorship. The fellowship will strengthen his ability to train residents and young surgeons, ensuring that advanced knowledge and skills are passed on to the next generation of orthopedic specialists in Israel.