Emory University - Atlanta Georgia

Emory University - Atlanta Georgia AA Program Overview

The Master of Medical Science Program in Anesthesiology is a graduate medical education program in the Emory University School of Medicine. The Program accepts qualified individuals who desire to undertake rigorous didactic and clinical education in order to become knowledgeable, skilled anesthetists.

To be eligible for the degree of Master of Medical Science in Anesthesiology a student must:

1.  Have credit for two academic years.

For the Master of Medical Science degree program, all of the required credits for graduation must be earned at Emory University School of Medicine.

2.  Have a satisfactory standing in all courses required for the degree; and

3.  Be of good moral character.

The judgment of the faculty as to the fitness of an applicant for the degree is based not on scholastic achievement alone but also upon knowledge of character, health, general attitude, and professional conduct as well as adherence to all policies of Emory University and the Emory School of Medicine.

Students begin the program in August, and classroom and clinical education span 24 continuous months with graduation in August - six semesters following matriculation.  The program is open to individuals holding a baccalaureate degree who have completed basic premed courses. 

Individuals who successfully complete this program are awarded a Master of Medical Science degree by Emory University.  In June of the senior year, students take the national Certifying Examination for Anesthesiologist Assistants.  Following graduation and successful completion of the Certifying Examination, graduates can become integral anesthetist members of an anesthesia care team practice lead by an anesthesiologist.

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