Middle Tennessee School of Anesthesia (MTSA) accepts applicants into the Acute Surgical Pain Management Fellowship (ASPMF) on an ongoing basis during the application cycle, with classes beginning in the Fall. The ASPMF Screening Committee will review applicants to determine eligibility to interview with the Admissions Committee. Prospective candidates must meet the following criteria:
Practicing CRNA with at least two years of experience and an unencumbered license
Attendance at an Essentials of Ultrasound Guided Regional Anesthesia (USGRA) Cadaveric Workshop within three years of applying
Experience in performing USGRA blocks and access to ultrasound scanning capabilities
While applicants may be invited to interview before all admissions requirements are complete, an admissions decision cannot be made until all admissions requirements are complete.
All documents must be submitted through the MTSA Applicant Portal, which applicants gain access to after submitting the written application. All documents must be clear, legible, and valid (if the document includes an expiration date).
As part of the application process, the following is required:
Written Application and Application Fee.
Written application is available on the MTSA website (https://mtsa.edu/admissions/fellowship/).
RN License
APRN License
Official academic transcripts from every institution of higher learning attended, including transcripts for all non-degree-seeking academic courses taken since high school
NBCRNA Certification (must be current with expiration date displayed)
AANA Membership
Anesthesia School Diploma
ACLS, BLS & PALS certificate
Current CV
Two professional peer references
Reference & verification of regional anesthesia practice from direct supervisor
Proof of Personal Health Insurance
Certificate of completion from an Essentials of USGRA Cadaveric Workshop within the past three years
Copy of driver's license
Personal Statement
Please address the following information:
Introduce yourself and your background.
Describe your current clinical practice, including the types of nerve blocks you administer and their frequency.
Explain the strategies you plan to use to effectively manage your workload during the program.
Discuss how you envision applying the knowledge and skills acquired during your enrollment in ASPMF.
Ultrasound Portfolio
Two ultrasound images personally performed by the applicant. Each image should be labeled with relevant anatomy and laterality.