Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Cleveland Clinic's Adult Neurology Residency Program provides comprehensive training in neurology, emphasizing both clinical and research skills. The program merges rigorous inpatient training with outpatient experiences and offers exposure to various subspecialties, ensuring residents develop a well-rounded skill set necessary for becoming proficient neurologists. The supportive environment encourages personal and professional growth, with a strong focus on resident wellness and community engagement.
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Program Details
Specialty
Neurology
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Cleveland Clinic Neurology Residency Program accepts applicants from all medical schools, including international medical graduates (IMGs). They welcome applicants with a valid ECFMG certificate and at least one month of U.S. clinical experience. The program is J-1 and H-1B visa friendly.
Categorical Positions
12
Categorical Positions (detail)
The program accepts twelve categorical positions per year in their four-year residency program, which includes an integrated preliminary internal medicine year at Cleveland Clinic.
Program Website
Address
9500 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44195
Program Director
A. Blake Buletko, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
The residency program currently hosts a diverse group of residents, including 8 PGY-1 MDs and 3 PGY-1 DOs. Among these, 4 residents come from international medical schools, reflecting the program's commitment to inclusivity and global representation in medical education.
PGY-1 MD
8
PGY-1 DO
3
PGY-1 IMG
4
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The curriculum focuses on direct patient care in both inpatient and outpatient settings. The first year includes three months of neurology and one month of psychiatry, with early exposure to key areas of inpatient and outpatient neurology. Residents receive a comprehensive training experience with opportunities for elective rotations and exposure to various subspecialties throughout the program.
Application
The application process for the Neurology Residency Program is conducted through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) and begins accepting applications in September. Candidates are selected for virtual interviews, typically occurring in November, December, and January. Applicants must possess a valid ECFMG certificate by rank list submission if they are International Medical Graduates. The program encourages a holistic review of applications, and there are twelve positions offered per year.
# of Locations
Residents will work at various locations, including the main campus and regional community hospitals.
Fellowship
The program offers fellowships in various subspecialties such as Behavioral Neurology & Neuropsychiatry, Clinical Neurophysiology, Endovascular Surgical Neuroradiology, Epilepsy, Headache Medicine, Movement Disorders, Neurocritical Care, Neuroimmunology, and Vascular Neurology. Graduates have pursued fellowships at renowned institutions including Mayo Clinic and Duke University.
Resident Life
Overview
The Cleveland Clinic Neurology Residency Program is a premier resident-centric training program that provides learners with unparalleled opportunities to develop the skills necessary to excel as clinical neurologists, educators, and researchers. The program provides a supportive and innovative learning environment. The curriculum includes broad exposure to key areas of inpatient and outpatient neurology while maintaining flexibility to individualize clinical and research experiences based on each resident’s goals.
On Call Schedule
Each resident is allotted call money to be used at in-house eateries according to the average number of calls per PGY year.
# of Years of Program
4 years, including a preliminary year in Internal Medicine.
Housing
The housing information for residents is not specified in the document. There is no section detailing housing options or stipends. Residents are advised to contact the residency office for specific assistance related to housing.
Alumni
Alumni of the Cleveland Clinic Neurology Residency Program pursue various career paths, including fellowships in areas such as Neuromuscular Medicine, Epilepsy, Autoimmune Neurology, Stroke, and more. Recent graduates have taken positions at respected institutions, including Duke, the University of Rochester, and Mayo Clinic, focusing on academic sub-specialization, research, private practice, and neurohospitalist roles.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance, disability insurance, multiple sets of scrubs and white coats provided, four weeks of vacation each year, a yearly educational fund of $1000, and support to present at national meetings.
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation
Residents are allotted four weeks of vacation each year, which includes a one-week holiday block. This allocation pertains to all years of training within the residency program.