Charleston Area Medical Center DMPNA students? school reputation?

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Specializes in Neuro ICU, Cardiothoracic ICU.

I'm applying to CAMC's DMPNA program and was wondering what kind of reputation this school has. What are the clinicals like? Do you get to do much with regionals? The program puts a huge emphasis on management education which sounds very appealing but do the management courses detract from clinical or anesthesia didactic experience? Any feedback from somebody in the first DMPNA class or that knows about the program would be greatly appreciated.

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I graduated from this program when it was still a master's degree. If you are looking for a good regional experience I would suggest going elsewhere. However, I do feel I received a good education and was well prepared to practice anesthesia. After seeing some students from other programs, I am glad this is where I went. Good Luck!

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Specializes in Neuro ICU, Cardiothoracic ICU.

Thanks for the input. When you say "students from other programs" would you mind sharing which programs you mean? I'd like to avoid (if possible) applying to programs that have a tarnished reputation. For instance, the other CRNA program in WV is trying to regain it's accreditation after losing it at the last review. Also, I'd like to find a program that has a strong clinical focus on regional techniques. Any ideas? This kind of stuff is tricky to research. Thanks for all the help.

Anybody have any input on Barry's program in Florida?

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