Physician Assistant
Emergency Medicine Fellowship
Physician Assistant Fellowship
The Physician Assistant (PA) Fellowship is a 52 week Emergency Medicine post-graduate clinical experience in Lowell, Massachusetts. It is designed to refine and expand the procedural skills and clinical expertise that are necessary to succeed in the field of Emergency Medicine. It is specifically designed for a newly graduated PA or a PA who is transitioning from another field of medicine to emergency medicine.
Program Overview
The program consists of direct patient care experience in our two Emergency Departments at Lowell General Hospital and selected off-service rotations. In addition, there is monthly didactic instruction as well as mentorship by our experienced physicians and Advanced Practice Providers.
Class Size & Graduation
MVEA accepts up to four applicants into its fellowship yearly. Fellowship start dates are flexible and are staggered throughout the year.
Upon successful completion of the program fellows receive a certificate from MVEA & Lowell General Hospital. This indicates a high level of knowledge and skill in Emergency Medicine which should make fellows more competitive for Emergency Medicine positions throughout the country
Faculty
Associate Medical Director, Emergency Department
Medical Director, ED PA Fellowship Program
Associate Director, Advanced Practice Providers
Program Director, ED PA Fellowship Program
Curriculum
The Emergency Medicine Fellowship is a 52 week comprehensive program designed to provide the Physician Assistant with in-depth clinical experience accompanied by pertinent didactic instruction in the field of Emergency Medicine.
Goals:
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To prepare the Physician Assistant with the tools necessary for a successful career in Emergency Medicine.
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To provide clinical experiences which will enable the PA to navigate the complicated process of the initial patient evaluation, focused physical examination, diagnostic testing, and the safe treatment and disposition of the patient.
Learning Strategy
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Core faculty will provide bi-monthly educational conferences in a case presentation format on topics necessary for the practice of Emergency Medicine.
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The educational conferences will be augmented by self-study through Full Code Medical Simulation; a web-based platform.
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Competence in clinical procedures will be achieved via both the monthly educational conferences as well as with bedside instruction by experienced ED Physician and PA faculty.
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Instruction in point of care emergency ultrasound will be provided for studies necessary in the field of Emergency Medicine.
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The fellow will be given graduated autonomy such that by the latter part of the fellowship, they will be functioning with similar decision-making autonomy and responsibility as an experienced PA.
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Upon completion of the fellowship, the fellow may be offered a position with MVEA with the salary and benefits available to our full-time, experienced PAs if such a position is available at that time.
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation
The compensation for the Physician Assistant Emergency Medicine Fellowship is $66,000.
Benefits (Provided at No Cost to the Fellow):
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Health Insurance
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Dental Insurance
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HSA contribution
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Long-term disability
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Emergency Medicine Core Training subscription
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Accrual of 2 weeks paid time off
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$1500 CME allowance
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Payment of hospital medical appointment fees
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Membership in AAPA or equivalent
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Reimbursement of State, DEA, and MA controlled substance license fees
Current PA Fellows
Toby Almeida, PA-C
Toby.almeida@tuftsmedicine.org
PA School
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Board Certification
NCCPA
MVEA PA fellowship
4/1/2026 - 3/31/2027
Harena Gebreyesus PA-C
harena.gebreyesus@tuftsmedicine.org
PA School
Massachusetts General Hospital Institute of Health Professions
Board Certification
NCCPA
MVEA PA fellowship
1/1/2026 - 12/31/2026
Chloe Maczuba, PA-C
Chloe.maczuba@tuftsmedicine.org
PA School
University of New England
Board Certification
NCCPA
MVEA PA Fellowship
9/1/2026 - 8/31/2027
Deep Patel, PA-C
PA School
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Board Certification
NCCPA
MVEA PA fellowship
3/1/2026 - 2/28/2027
Graduated PA Fellows
Dannica Ashnault, PA-C
PA School
South University, Tampa Florida
Board Certification
NCCPA
MVEA PA fellowship
10/1/2024 - 9/30/2025
Haley Bouchard, PA-C
PA School
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Board Certification
NCCPA
MVEA PA fellowship
8/1/2020 - 7/31/201
Tristan Burns-Edel, PA-C
PA School
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Board Certification
NCCPA
MVEA PA fellowship
4/1/2023 - 3/31/2024
Ian Cissel, PA-C
PA School
Johnson and Wales University
Board Certification
NCCPA
MVEA PA Fellowship
9/15/2023 - 9/15/2024
Samantha Day, PA-C
PA School
University of New England Westbrook College of Health Professions
Board Certification
NCCPA
MVEA PA Fellowship
10/1/2022 - 9/30/2023
Erika Doherty, PA-C
PA School
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Board Certification
NCCPA
MVEA PA Fellowship
7/1/2021 - 6/30/2022
Sara Dorrothy, PA-C
PA School
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Board Certification
NCCPA
MVEA PA Fellowship
3/1/2025 - 2/28/2025
Shayla Huntley, PA-C
PA School
Mercy College
Board Certification
NCCPA
MVEA PA Fellowship
7/1/2023 - 6/30/2024
Allan Parrelli, PA-C
PA School
Boston University
Board Certification
NCCPA
MVEA PA Fellowship
1/1/2021 - 12/31/2021
Kathryn Pfister, PA-C
PA School
Barry University PA Program
Board Certification
NCCPA
MVEA PA Fellowship
1/1/2022 - 12/31/2022
Kelly Surabian, PA-C
PA School
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Board Certification
NCCPA
MVEA PA Fellowship
5/1/2024 - 4/30/2025
Madison Wilcox, PA-C
PA School
Wake Forest University School of Medicine
Board Certification
NCCPA
MVEA PA fellowship
9/1/2025 - 8/31/2026
Application Process
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Up to four applicants are selected each year to participate in our Physician Assistant fellowship in Lowell, Massachusetts.
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Fellowship start dates are flexible and are staggered throughout the year.
How to Apply:
Your application and supporting material must all be submitted before being considered for a position.
Application
1. Apply online by clicking on APPLICATION below.
2. Supporting Documentation.
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Curriculum Vitae
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Personal statement
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Three references and/or letters of recommendation
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School transcript(s) (If a new graduate or current student)
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Supporting Documentation can be submitted online (see 'Application' button below)
Any additional materials should be sent to:
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Lowell General Hospital Emergency Department
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ED Administration
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ATTN: Derek Wayman, MD, PA Fellowship Program
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295 Varnum Avenue
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Lowell, MA 01854
3. Interviews.
Each qualified applicant will be asked to participate in a telephone interview with the PA Fellowship Program Director.
The selection committee reviews all completed applications and the results of the telephone interviews and invites the most highly-qualified applicants to participate in an in-person interview in Lowell, Massachusetts.
4. Notice of Acceptance
In most instances, the applicant will be notified of acceptance into the program within 2-3 weeks of the in-person interview.