Social Media

Musculoskeletal Health Partners, Medical Service Organization Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistant Fellowship

SDNeurosurgery (SDN), South Bay Neurosurgery (SBNS), and Back2Life Pain Management (BLPM) are neurosurgical and pain management practices in San Diego, CA. We are members of Musculoskeletal Health Partners, Medical Services Organization (MSK-MSO). Our mission is to administer the highest healthcare quality to every patient through effective collaboration within our practice.

About Us

Q & A

Who offers this Fellowship?

This Fellowship is offered by private practice physicians who are not affiliated with any academic institution. It is a collaboration of SDNeurosurgery, South Bay Neurosurgery, and Back2Life Pain Management practices.

What is the admission process for this Fellowship?What is the admission process for this Fellowship?

This Fellowship has a rolling admission process. A Fellow can be accepted at any time throughout the year, provided there is space available for a new Fellow.

Is this a full-time position?

Yes, this is a full-time position.

How many Fellows are in the program at one time?

The program accommodates between 1 to 4 Fellows at any given time.

What is the duration of the Fellowship?

It is a 24-month program.

Are there opportunities for Fellows after completing the program?

Yes, graduating Fellows may be offered a Faculty position in the Fellowship, depending on their performance during the program.

For Nurse Practitioner (NP) Fellows, is a Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) certificate required?

Yes, in several of our hospitals, an NP cannot assist in the OR without this. This is not required for Physician Assistants (PA). If accepted into the Fellowship, the NP should enroll in any available RNFA program. as soon as possible. The NP can start with the Fellowship as an RNFA student and obtain the certificate once enough hours are acquired in the OR within the Fellowship.

Will the Fellowship reimburse for RNFA course?

Yes, the Fellowship will reimburse for RNFA course as long as the Fellow completes the program. The fellowship will also cover the cost of DEA certification, hospital privileges and dues, etc. as long as the Fellow completes the program.

Are the vacation days paid time off?

No, the Fellowship is a salaried position. As such all vacation days are not paid time off.

What are the durations of the contracts?

The Fellowship is a two-year commitment. However, the contracts will be one year and renewable for another year if the Fellow performs well in the first year.