Emerging Liver Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Program
AASLD Foundation's Emerging Liver APP Program is a two-year mentorship and education initiative for early-career advanced practice providers specializing in hepatology.
Funder: AASLD Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Full application deadline, projected) | April 2027 (Alternate application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Two-year program: full travel, registration, and lodging support for two Liver Meetings; $400 stipend; two years AASLD membership and journal subscriptions.
Summary: Immersive two-year career development and mentorship program for early-career advanced practice providers in hepatology, including travel, education, and leadership training.
Key Information: Minimum 30% of awards reserved for applicants from underrepresented or underserved backgrounds/areas.
Description
The Emerging Liver Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Program is a two-year, fully funded career development initiative from the AASLD Foundation, designed to immerse early-career advanced practice providers in hepatology. Participants receive complimentary AASLD membership, journal subscriptions, and two fully sponsored trips to The Liver Meeting, with access to exclusive networking and educational events. The program includes structured mentorship, leadership development, monthly virtual meetings, webinars, and a capstone project focused on practice improvement. The goal is to cultivate future leaders in hepatology, with a strong emphasis on health equity and support for those in underserved or underrepresented communities.
