The North American Spine Society (NASS) Early Career Advisory Council has released a new TL;DR (too long; didn’t read) video: Planning for a Spine Fellowship. The five-minute video is designed to help residents navigate the process of finding a spine fellowship and summarizes many of the resources available from NASS as they navigate this process.

The video covers steps to pursuing spine surgery, interventional spine (ISMM), or spine physical therapy fellowships, including understanding timelines, exploring programs, building a strong application, and preparing for interviews. It emphasizes the importance of starting early, using NASS fellowship directories to compare programs, and focusing on overall fit.

The video offers practical advice on strengthening your CV, securing meaningful letters of recommendation, and clearly articulating your career goals through your personal statement. Throughout, viewers are guided to relevant NASS resources, including directories, educational videos, and more.