The Associate of ASRA Pain Medicine (AASRA) recognizes the contributions of prominent nurse practitioner (NP), physician assistant (PA), and clinical nurse members in the fields of regional anesthesia and pain medicine, acknowledges those dedicated to
the Society, and promotes continued service to ASRA Pain Medicine and the specialty.
Criteria for attaining this recognition include:
- Membership in ASRA Pain Medicine for at least 5 consecutive years from the date of application.
- Licensed as a nurse practitioner, physician assistant, or nurse.
- Evidence that the applicant has demonstrated outstanding contributions to ASRA Pain Medicine or the specialty by fulfilling at least two of the criteria below.
- Served at least one term on the NP, PA, and Clinical Nurse SIG leadership team OR served as a member with significant contributions to committees and/or annual meetings for at least two years
- Held a leadership position within a medical society, hospital, or practice related to the field of regional anesthesia and pain management.
- Involved in teaching or mentoring activities with commitment to advancing the specialty with evidence of success.
- Conducted significant research related to regional anesthesia, acute pain, or chronic pain.
- 2 letters of recommendation from active ASRA Pain Medicine members in good standing (current Fellows of ASRA Pain Medicine preferred)
- Personal statement (500 word maximum)
- Curriculum Vitae
To maintain the designation, AASRA members must maintain their membership in ASRA Pain Medicine. If membership lapses for one year or more, the Associate will need to reapply to receive the designation again.
Application Fee: $250 (non-refundable)
Deadline for applications is Tuesday, December 10, 2024.
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