Fellowship in Pain Medicine

1. Applicants must be postgraduate physicians eligible for the examination and certification process of the American Board of Anesthesiology or an equivalent specialty board, or already certified by the relevant board.
2. Eligible specialties include Anesthesiology, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Neurology, and Psychiatry.
3. Applicants must hold either a Georgia temporary training permit valid for one year or a Georgia state medical license.
4. Applicants must submit the required licensing examination scores and supporting documents.
5. International medical graduates must provide an Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates certificate, if applicable.

Emory University School of Medicine, located in Atlanta, Georgia, is affiliated with Emory University and is recognized for its commitment to medical education, clinical research, and advanced patient care. The institution offers a collaborative academic environment supported by experienced faculty and multidisciplinary healthcare teams. Its educational programs emphasize clinical excellence, scientific advancement, and evidence-based medicine. The Fellowship in Pain Medicine provides specialized postgraduate training in the assessment, diagnosis, and management of acute and chronic pain conditions. Fellows gain clinical experience in interventional pain procedures, medication management, nerve blocks, spinal cord stimulation, and multidisciplinary approaches to pain treatment. The program also offers exposure to cancer pain, palliative care, spine disorders, and complex pain conditions, preparing fellows for advanced clinical practice in pain medicine.

1. Apply through the Electronic Residency Application Service.
2. Submit a curriculum vitae and personal statement.
3. Provide the medical school Dean's Letter.
4. Submit three to four letters of recommendation, including one from the current residency program director.
5. Submit copies of all United States Medical Licensing Examination Step 1, Step 2, and Step 3 scores, including the applicable Step 2 examination scores.
6. Submit an Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates certificate, if applicable.
7. Attend an in-person interview if invited. Applications are reviewed starting January 1, and interviews are typically scheduled in the spring.
8. Participate in the National Resident Matching Program and complete the matching process.
9. If matched, submit copies of diplomas, applicable visa documents, and current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support and Basic Life Support certificates before starting the fellowship.