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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




ASA ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP


New ASA Annual Meeting Scholarships – Supporting Future Leaders in Anesthesiology

The Massachusetts Society of Anesthesiologists (MSA) is proud to expand its commitment to early-career anesthesiologists through new scholarship opportunities that support attendance at the ASA Annual Meeting, taking place October 10–14, 2025, in San Antonio, TX. These scholarships are designed 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.

Who is Eligible?

  • Medical Students interested in anesthesiology

  • Residents & Fellows currently in training

  • Young Professionals within the first 5 years of practice


What’s Included?

  • Registration Reimbursement for the ASA Annual Meeting

  • Travel & Lodging Support (up to $2,000)

  • Mentorship & Networking opportunities through the MSA delegation

  • Optional Participation in advocacy, committee meetings, and ASA Young Physician events

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.


How to Apply

Click Apply Today to complete the online application. As part of your submission, please include a brief statement explaining why you're a strong candidate for this scholarship. Be sure to highlight your specific interest in innovation, education, or advocacy as it relates to anesthesiology—key focus areas of the ASA Annual Meeting 2025, which centers on emerging technologies, perioperative care, and physician well-being.  Applicants will be evaluated based on their interest in organized medicine, leadership potential, alignment with the themes of the ASA Annual Meeting, and how they hope to benefit from the experience.


aDVANCE Scholarship


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 Information 

Any 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

  • You must be a member of the Massachusetts Society of Anesthesiologists. 
  • Scholarships are based on your status during the 2025-26 academic year. 
  • You must be able to attend the entire Advance Conference. 
  • You must agree to the MSA Scholarship Agreement

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.


HANNENBERG SCHOLARSHIP

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 Information 

Any 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 Remember

May     ASA Legislative Conference

January   |  Start Accepting Applications

March   |  Application Deadline

April    |  Notification to applicants

Eligibility requirements

  • You must be a member of the Massachusetts Society of Anesthesiologists. 
  • Scholarships are based on your status during the 2024-2025 academic year. 
  • You must be able to attend the entire Legislative Conference including scheduled capitol hill visits. 
  • You must agree to the MSA Scholarship Agreement

Submission

Application CLOSED MSA by the March deadline.  The winner will be notified by the of March. 



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Phone: 781.434.7689  |  Email: 
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