NANS 2026

Beyond the Match: Strategies for Success in Pain Medicine Fellowship and Career Development

Q & A

Friday, January 23, 2026

7:41 AM - 7:55 AM PST

Location: Neopolitan Ballroom I & II

Session

Description: This session will provide a practical overview of how to navigate pain medicine fellowship training while adapting to the evolving landscape of neuromodulation and interventional pain management. Topics will include optimizing clinical and procedural experience, balancing research and education, and understanding career pathways in academia, private practice, and industry. Speakers will also discuss mentorship, networking, and how fellowship training is adapting to advancements in neuromodulation technology. The session will conclude with a moderated Q&A, offering attendees the opportunity to engage directly with program directors and recent graduates.

Speaker(s)

Scott Pritzlaff, MD

Professor
University of California, Davis
Sacramento, California, United States
Sayed Wahezi, MD

Professor
Montefiore Multidisciplinary Pain Program
Bronx, New York, United States
Meredith Barad, MD (she/her/hers)

Clinical Associate Professor
Stanford Hospital and Clinics
Redwood City, California, United States
Hemant Kalia, MD

President & CEO
C.R.I.S.P Center for Research & Innovation in Spine & Pain
Rochester, New York, United States