Piedmont Heart Institute
Physician Assistant/Nurse practitioner fellowship
PHI Physician Associate/Nurse Practitioner Fellowships in CV Critical Care, Surgery, Cardiovascular Disease and Electrophysiology
The Piedmont Heart Institute has a long history of successfully training advanced practice providers in post-graduate programs. The PHI PA/NP Fellowships in Cardiovascular Critical Care, Surgery, Cardiovascular Disease and Electrophysiology have witnessed significant growth since its inaugural class in 2014. The initial fellowship began as a residency for post-graduate physician associates with advanced training in cardiac critical care. In 2018, the program transitioned into a fellowship to allow for both post-graduate physician assistants and nurse practitioners. A second track of the fellowship began in 2019 with a focus on cardiac surgery critical care. Additional tracks in Cardiovascular Surgery and Cardiovascular Disease began in 2024. The Electrophysiology track began in 2026.
NursingProcess.org has recognized this program as one of the top nine Cardiology Nurse Practitioner Programs in the country. The program currently offers five tracks for applicants to choose from. Please use the tabs below to find more information about each track of the fellowship program and the application process.
Fellowship academic tracks
Fellowship application requirements
- A graduate of an accredited PA Program OR MSN Program with Acute Care Specialty.
- A minimum GPA of 3.5 is recommended.
- Certified in ACLS and BLS.
- The completed application includes:
- Three letters of recommendation (If a candidate has graduated within the last year, one letter of recommendation must be from the Program Director or Clinical Coordinator.
- Personal Statement
- Curriculum Vitae
- Official School Transcript.
- Current or Eligible for Georgia State Licensure.
- Current or Eligible for NCCPA Physician Assistant Certification OR NP Certification through ANCC or AACN.