Global Neurosciences Institute
Become the PA neurosurgeons rely on.
A 12-month postgraduate fellowship training physician assistants in cranial, spinal, and neurocritical care at Global Neurosciences Institute.
Clinical training
First-assist in cranial and spinal surgeries, manage neurocritical care patients, and run outpatient follow-up visits.
Learn about the programFaculty and mentorship
Work one-on-one with experienced neurosurgeons through structured mentorship, case discussions, and didactic sessions.
Meet the facultyResearch and collaboration
Engage in neurosurgical research, case studies, clinical trials, conferences, and contributions to medical literature.
Explore the curriculum- 12
- Month program
- 5
- Curriculum modules
- First-assist
- OR training
- 1:1
- Faculty mentorship
The fellowship year
Five modules. Twelve months.
The curriculum follows a deliberate sequence, each module building on the last. Click any module to see the full curriculum.
What you will gain
Three pillars of training
The fellowship is built on hands-on clinical work, direct mentorship, and academic contribution. You will not observe from the sidelines.
Clinical training
You will first-assist in cranial and spinal surgeries, manage neurocritical care patients, handle post-operative recovery, and run outpatient follow-up visits.
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Faculty and mentorship
You will work one-on-one with experienced neurosurgeons, neurologists, and advanced practice providers through structured mentorship, case discussions, and didactic sessions.
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Research and collaboration
You will engage in neurosurgical research, case studies, and academic presentations. Fellows participate in clinical trials, conferences, and contributions to medical literature.
Learn moreApplication timeline
Mark your calendar
Four milestones from application open to fellowship start. All dates are firm.
March 16, 2026
Application opens
October 31, 2026
Application deadline
November 2026
Interview invitations
Early 2027
Fellowship begins
Who should apply
Is this fellowship right for you?
Designed for physician assistants with a strong interest in neurosurgical care. You can apply before every credential is finalized, as long as you expect to meet the requirements before the start date.
- Graduate (or near-graduate) of an ARC-PA accredited PA program
- NCCPA certified, or eligible to take the PANCE
- PA and NJ licensure, or eligibility for both
- ACLS and BLS certifications
- DEA registration
Our mission
Train the next generation of neurosurgical PAs
We provide comprehensive, hands-on training that equips fellows with the knowledge, technical skills, and clinical expertise needed to excel in neurosurgical patient care.
Through cutting-edge procedures, interdisciplinary collaboration, and mentorship from leading neurosurgeons, our fellows gain invaluable experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Join us in advancing neurosurgical education and making a lasting impact on patient outcomes.
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