Where Our Mission Meets Your Calling
With our Neurology APP Fellowship, step into a dynamic year of multifaceted training that includes patient care, simulation training, and application of clinical trials into clinical practice while discovering the breadth and depth of neurological care management alongside a team of esteemed physicians and advanced practice providers.
There is a growing nationwide demand for educated and compassionate advanced practice providers. We’re dedicated to fulfilling that need by providing 12-month post-graduate fellowships for nurse practitioners and physician assistants.
As we live out our mission of Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ, we are committed to growing the clinical, academic and patient experience skills you need to succeed as part of the next generation of AdventHealth APPs. Our fellowship program is a dedicated year of training and education to prepare you for your role as an advanced practice provider.
Grow Your Skills in Neurology
Neurology is a multifaceted discipline that spans a lifetime. The Neurology Fellowship program provides in-depth clinical and didactic study in adult general and subspeciality neurology – in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Providers will diagnose and manage low- to high-complexity neurological diseases while working alongside esteemed physicians and advanced practice providers.
What to Expect From Our Neurology Fellowship
In our Neurology Fellowship program, APPs are offered a comprehensive and structured training experience designed to enhance your skills and knowledge in managing a variety of patients. Some of the key benefits of our program are below.
Program Objectives
By the end of the fellowship year, the fellow should have experience in the following:
- Demonstrate mastery of current guidelines and evidence-based practices in neurology through regular assessments and active discussion in didactic sessions.
- Engage in high fidelity simulation scenarios to practice acute neurological emergency management (i.e. cerebrovascular accident)
- Develop procedural skills (i.e. Botox injections) and communication techniques through simulation.
- Participate in progressional development curriculum focused on leadership, billing and coding, quality, ethics and career advancement.
- Cultivate skills in interdisciplinary collaboration and systems-based practice which help improve effective communication skills and teamwork for best patient outcomes.
About Our Program
Learn about our fellowship program below.
- Clinical Curriculum
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Our clinical curriculum is designed around monthly core rotation blocks through inpatient and outpatient general neurology and its various subspecialties:
- General Neurology Inpatient (Core)
- General Neurology Outpatient (Core)
- Movement Disorders (Core)
- Memory Care (Core)
- Neuroimmunology (Core)
- Neuromuscular Disorders (Core)
- Headache Disorders (Core)
- Elective – 3-months at the conclusion of Fellowship for in-depth training in anticipation of transition to a career in neurology
- Benefits
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We want to ensure that our fellowship program is a rewarding experience for you. We have included these benefits as part of our fellowship program:
- Competitive full-time APP salary
- Professional liability coverage
- Paid leave days
- Medical insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Retirement plan
- Credentialed in our Central Florida Division: 9-hospital system
Meet Our Team
Our fellowship program team is dedicated to helping you grow your neurology career.
Mitesh Lotia, MD
Medical Director
Neurology
Anwar Ahmed, MD
Chief of Neurology
Katherine Frazzetta, PA-C
APP Director of Fellowship, Neurology APP Fellowship
Hannah Mills, PA-C
Neurology
Program Requirements and How to Apply
- Eligible Applicants
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- Any graduated AG-ACNP/ACNP or PA-C
- Current AG-ACNP/ACNP or PA students currently enrolled in an accredited program
- Requirements Prior to Program Start
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- National board certification
- Florida licensing
- Required Application Materials
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- Curriculum vitae/resume
- One-page statement of interest
- Transcripts from graduate education program — if you are a current student, send transcripts reflective of status within the program. Minimum GPA of 3.5 required.
- Copy of BLS and ACLS certifications
- Three letters of recommendation addressing clinical experience, clinical knowledge, critical thinking and professionalism — specifications for letters of recommendation found on application
- Completion of application found here
Fellows are selected based on demonstrated academic and clinical achievement, commitment to practice in a critical care environment, motivation, communication skills, overall maturity and growth mindset.
Upon acceptance of the online application, applicants must be available for an interview with program staff at AdventHealth. All travel-related costs are at the expense of the candidate.
Successful applications will meet all hiring requirements of the AdventHealth Medical Group Human Resources Department.
The AdventHealth APP Fellowship values diversity across racial, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds, as well as age, gender identity, disability and years of experience in the health care field.
- Important Dates
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April 2026 Cohort
Application Submission Opens June 30, 2025 Application Submission Deadline November 30, 2025 Interviews and Selection November 1 - January 4, 2025 Candidate Selection Announced January 5, 2026 Onboarding and Credentialing January 5, 2026 - April 6, 2026 Start Date April 6, 2026 End Date March 26, 2027 November 2026 Cohort
Application Submission Opens February 1, 2026 Application Submission Deadline May 1, 2026 Interviews and Selection May 1 - July 3, 2026 Candidate Selection Announced July 10, 2026 Onboarding and Credentialing July 10, 2026 - November 2, 2026 Start Date November 2, 2026 End Date October 29, 2027 - What to Expect as You Interview
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Your interview day will consist of program orientation, a committee interview, individual interview and a tour of the AdventHealth Orlando campus. The interview committee is composed of Neurology APPs, physicians and senior leadership. The following core competencies will be considered:
- Interpersonal communication skills
- Professionalism
- Medical knowledge
- Patient-care experience
- Empathy
- Resilience
- Growth mindset
- Fellowship Completion
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After completing the AdventHealth Medical Group APP Fellowship, participants will be well-prepared to begin their neurology career. Fellows will receive an AdventHealth fellowship certification of program completion.
Full-time employment offers are contingent upon position availability and performance review.
Take the Next Step and Apply Today
We welcome your application for our fellowship program in neurology. Online applications for the next cohort will be available starting June 30, 2025. The deadline for application submission is September 26, 2025. Applicant interviews will be conducted in the Fall 2025, with applicants selected and notified by November 3. This fellowship program has an anticipated start date of April 6, 2026.