Inception Date: 2009

Curriculum: The EMPA Fellowship’s curriculum is modeled on the American College of Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) and the Society of Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant (SEMPA) Standards for Clinical Postgraduate PA Programs. The EMPA Fellowship centers on the patient as an essential part of our educational focus. We are committed to providing a safe environment for our patients, providing excellent patient experience, and promoting the general health of the community.

Clinical Rotations:

On-Site Rotations: Emergency Medicine, Orthopedics, OB/GYN, Surgery/Burn, Anesthesia, Pediatrics, Respiratory Therapy

Off-Site Rotations: EMS Experience, Diabetic Youth Camp, Correctional Facilities

Program Length: 14 months

Class Size: 4

Class start dates: November 1

Credential: Upon acceptable completion of all requirements of the fourteen-month EMPA Fellowship at ARMC, the graduate will be awarded a certificate of completion.

Stipend: $50,000 annual stipend + Benefits

Benefits: Vituity’s EMPA Fellowship Benefits

CME: Yes

Contact Information:

PA Fellowship Program Director: Dennis Tankersley, DMSc, PA-C, James.Tankersley@Vituity.com

PA Fellowship Associate Program Director: TanyaSCHROBILGEN, DMSc, PA-C, Tanya.Schrobilgen@Vituity.com

PA Fellowship Coordinator: Kayla Chavez chavezK@armc.sbcounty.gov