The Massachusetts Society of Anesthesiologists (MSA) proudly supports medical students, residents, fellows, and early career physicians through dedicated scholarship funding. This year, ten scholarships will provide recipients the opportunity to attend national or state anesthesiology conferences.
These experiences are vital for building clinical expertise, leadership skills, and professional confidence. By investing in the next generation, MSA strengthens the specialty and fosters a connected, forward-thinking anesthesiology community.
The MSA proudly offers the below scholarship |
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ASA ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP
New ASA Annual Meeting Scholarships – Supporting Future Leaders in AnesthesiologyThe Massachusetts Society of Anesthesiologists (MSA) was proud to have expanded its commitment to early-career anesthesiologists through new scholarship opportunities that supported attendance at the ASA Annual Meeting ,to be held onOctober 10–14, 2025, in San Antonio, TX. These scholarships were created to empower the next generation of leaders in anesthesiology—medical students, residents, fellows, and early-career physicians—by providing access to one of the most influential national gatherings in the field. We were especially excited that four MSA members attended as part of this scholarship program. |
Who is Eligible?
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Application Timeline July Call for Applicants Opens August Call for Applicants Closes September Awardees Notified |
These scholarships are designed to provide early exposure to national advocacy and leadership, support professional development and career exploration, and encourage lifelong engagement with both MSA and ASA. By reducing financial barriers, they help ensure that medical students, residents, fellows, and early-career physicians have access to the opportunities and connections that can shape their future in anesthesiology. |
The ASA Advance business meeting gives you the opportunity to enjoy specialized sessions geared towards residents/fellows on leadership, business relationships, governance, and more.
This scholarship is awarded every year to a resident or fellow member who has demonstrated a passion for leadership and governance and has an active interest in learning more about it through attending the meeting.
Scholarship InformationAny member currently enrolled in a Massachusetts Residency or fellowship program may apply for a scholarship when applications are open. There is no limit on the number of times a resident may apply for funding. The $1,500 scholarship is intended to help reduce out-of-pocket expenses (travel, lodging, meals) to attend the ASA Advance Business Conference in January. The scholarship check is awarded concluding the Conference. If you are unable to attend the Conference, your scholarship will be forfeited. | APPLICATION TIMELINE Applications Open November Applications Close December Awardees are notified January |
Eligibility requirements
Submission
Residents and fellows who wish to apply for this scholarship must complete the online application.
The required documentation must be submitted to the MSA by the December deadline. The winner will be notified by January.
The MSA is proud to be honoring Dr. Alexander Hannenberg, a former Chair of the MSA, a former President of the ASA, and the 2015 recipient of the Distinguished Service Award, in such a way and have his name used for this award.
Each year, the Alexander Hannenberg Scholarship is awarded to a resident or fellow member who is actively engaged and passionate regarding advocacy issues and who wishes to attend the annual Legislative Conference of the American Society of Anesthesiologists.
Scholarship InformationAny member currently enrolled in a Massachusetts Residency or fellowship program may apply for a scholarship when applications are open. There is no limit on the number of times a resident may apply for funding. The $1,500 scholarship is intended to help reduce out-of-pocket expenses (travel, lodging, meals) to attend the ASA Legislative Conference in May. The scholarship check is awarded concluding the Conference. If you are unable to attend the Conference, your scholarship will be forfeited. | Dates to RememberMay | ASA Legislative Conference January | Start Accepting ApplicationsMarch | Application Deadline April | Notification to applicants |
Application CLOSED MSA by the March deadline. The winner will be notified by the of March. |
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