Dr. Jeffrey Darna

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jeffrey Darna is a Clinical Associate Professor at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, specializing in Anesthesiology as a Clinician Educator. He serves as the Co-Program Director for the Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP) program. His work emphasizes the importance of wellness in the nursing profession and addresses critical issues such as the Impostor Phenomenon and the Opioid Crisis, as reflected in his publications in the AANA Journal. Darna is committed to enhancing career optimization strategies for Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs). Through his academic and professional endeavors, he aims to uplift the standards of anesthetic care while providing a supportive environment for nursing professionals.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, or Hard Science
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume/CV
  • Letters of Recommendation (not required for MS CS, but allowed)
Specialization Notes

GRE is NOT required for Master's applicants for 2025-2026.