Apply for NALA Certification

Complete the comprehensive 6P domain assessment for your neurointerventional laboratory

Step 1: Select Certification Level

Choose the appropriate certification category for your facility

Essential Cath Lab

Basic diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities

Emergency Procedure-Ready

24/7 emergency stroke intervention

Advanced Non-Hub

Complex interventional capabilities

Advanced Hub

Regional coordination and training center

Step 2: Complete 6P Domain Applications

Each domain requires detailed information and supporting documentation

People Domain

Personnel and qualifications

Place Domain

Infrastructure and equipment

Products Domain

Devices and supplies

Protocols Domain

Clinical workflows

Performance Domain

Quality metrics

Protection Domain

Safety protocols

Please select a certification level to access application forms

People Domain Application

Personnel qualifications and competency requirements

Certification Level: Not Selected Required Documentation

Medical Director Information

Primary medical director qualifications and experience

Full Name *

Medical License Number *

Board Certification *

Years of Experience *

Medical Director CV and Credentials *

Upload CV, board certifications, and training certificates

Interventional Physicians

Primary and backup interventional physicians

Primary Physician *

Backup Physician

Total Annual Procedures *

Physician Credentials and Case Logs *

Upload credentials, case logs, and competency assessments

Nursing and Technical Staff

Specialized nursing and technical support staff

Registered Nurses (RN) *

Interventional Technologists *

24/7 Coverage Capabilities *

24/7 Nursing coverage available 24/7 Technical support available 24/7 Anesthesia support available

Staff Credentials and Training Records *

Upload nursing licenses, technical certifications, and training documentation

Training and Competency Programs

Ongoing education and competency assessment programs

Training Program Description *

Annual Training Hours *

Competency Assessment Frequency *

Training Program Documentation *

Upload training curricula, competency assessments, and certification records

Place Domain Application

Physical infrastructure and equipment specifications

Certification Level: Not Selected Required Documentation

Angiography Suite Specifications

Physical room specifications and layout

Room Size (sq ft) *

Ceiling Height (ft) *

Lead Shielding Specifications *

Emergency Access *

Room Layout and Specifications *

Upload room layout, architectural drawings, and specifications

Imaging Equipment

Angiography system and imaging capabilities

Angiography System Manufacturer *

System Model *

Installation Year *

Flat Panel Detector Size *

Imaging Capabilities *

2D Digital Subtraction Angiography (DSA) 3D Rotational Angiography Cone Beam CT Roadmapping

Equipment Specifications and Certificates *

Upload equipment specifications, calibration certificates, and maintenance records

Environmental Controls

HVAC, lighting, and environmental monitoring systems

HVAC System Type *

Air Changes per Hour *

Temperature Control Range *

Humidity Control Range *

Environmental Control Documentation *

Upload HVAC specifications, monitoring logs, and maintenance records

Safety and Emergency Systems

Emergency power, communication, and safety systems

Emergency Power Systems *

Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Emergency Generator Battery Backup Systems

Communication Systems *

Emergency Call System *

Safety and Emergency System Documentation *

Upload emergency system specifications, testing records, and maintenance logs

Performance Domain Application

Quality metrics and outcome monitoring systems

Certification Level: Not Selected Required Documentation

Volume Requirements and Case Mix

Annual procedure volumes and case complexity distribution

Total Annual Procedures *

Emergency Procedures (Annual) *

Thrombectomy Procedures

Aneurysm Coiling

Flow Diverter Procedures

Case Mix Distribution *

Volume and Case Mix Reports *

Upload detailed reports showing case volumes and complexity distribution

Quality Metrics and Clinical Outcomes

Clinical outcome measures and quality indicators

Technical Success Rate (%) *

Procedural Complication Rate (%) *

30-Day Mortality Rate (%)

90-Day mRS 0-2 Rate (%)

Recanalization Rate (%)

Quality Metrics Tracking System *

Quality Metrics Reports *

Upload quality metrics reports including outcomes and safety data

Time Metrics and Efficiency

Procedural timing and efficiency measures

Door-to-Groin Time (minutes) *

Groin-to-Recanalization Time (minutes)

Average Procedure Duration (minutes)

Room Turnover Time (minutes)

Emergency Response Time (minutes)

Time Metrics Documentation *

Upload documentation of procedure times, response times, and efficiency metrics

Patient and Staff Satisfaction

Patient experience and staff satisfaction metrics

Patient Satisfaction Score *

Staff Satisfaction Score

Patient Satisfaction Monitoring Method *

Patient and Staff Satisfaction Reports *

Upload patient and family satisfaction survey results and reports

Performance Improvement and Research

Continuous improvement initiatives and research activities

Quality Improvement Initiatives *

Research Participation

Publications (Last 3 Years)

Performance Improvement Documentation *

Upload quality improvement project documentation and research activity reports

Need Help with Your Application?

Application Guidelines

Review evidence requirements for each domain
Prepare supporting documentation in advance
Ensure all personnel qualifications are current
Complete quality metrics data collection

Support Resources

Download Application Guide Contact Support Team

Apply for NALA Certification

Step 1: Select Certification Level

Essential Cath Lab

Emergency Procedure-Ready

Advanced Non-Hub

Advanced Hub

Step 2: Complete 6P Domain Applications

People Domain

Place Domain

Products Domain

Protocols Domain

Performance Domain

Protection Domain

People Domain Application

Medical Director Information

Interventional Physicians

Nursing and Technical Staff

Training and Competency Programs

Place Domain Application

Angiography Suite Specifications

Imaging Equipment

Environmental Controls

Safety and Emergency Systems

Products Domain Application

Core Device Inventory

Emergency Intervention Devices

Medications and Contrast Agents

Quality Control and Supply Chain

Protocols Domain Application

Emergency Activation Protocols

Pre-Procedure Protocols

Intra-Procedure Protocols

Post-Procedure and Quality Assurance

Performance Domain Application

Volume Requirements and Case Mix

Quality Metrics and Clinical Outcomes

Time Metrics and Efficiency

Patient and Staff Satisfaction

Performance Improvement and Research

Protection Domain Application

Radiation Safety Program

Patient Safety Infrastructure

Infection Prevention and Control

Risk Management and Emergency Preparedness

Need Help with Your Application?

Application Guidelines

Support Resources