Dr. Alexander Halstead

Instructor

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Biography

Alexander Halstead is an Instructor in the DNP Nurse Anesthesia Track at Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing, specializing in preoperative optimization, enhanced recovery, resuscitation, regional anesthesia, and diagnostic point-of-care ultrasound. He brings extensive clinical experience as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) at Sinai Hospital in Baltimore, where he previously served as the departmental director for Geriatric Surgery Enhanced Recovery programs. Dr. Halstead maintains an active clinical practice providing care to diverse patient populations across orthopedic, obstetric, and pediatric cases. His commitment to education became evident when he joined as adjunct faculty in the DNP Nurse Anesthesia Track in 2022, contributing his knowledge and experience to the next generation of nurse anesthetists. Dr. Halstead's academic journey began with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, followed by earning a Doctor of Nursing Practice from the University of Maryland Baltimore, and further enhanced his qualifications with a post-graduate certificate in family primary care from the University of Massachusetts Boston. This combination of academic achievement and practical experience has shaped Dr. Halstead into a well-rounded educator and practitioner, making significant contributions to nursing education through innovative approaches and dedication to improving patient care outcomes.

Research Interests

Requirements for Johns Hopkins University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree Inorganic Chemistry with Lab Organic Chemistry with Lab General Biology with Lab
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • CV
  • Personal statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
Specialization Notes

Department of Pathology - PhD in Pathobiology. GRE is not required.