Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Florida Atlantic University (FAU) Neurology Residency Program is a four-year categorical program accredited by the ACGME, based at Boca Raton Regional Hospital (BRRH) and Delray Medical Center (DMC). It is designed to train the next generation of neurologists with a focus on various subspecialties, providing residents with opportunities in clinical and basic neuroscience research. The program includes a structured education with didactic sessions, grand rounds, and elective rotations to address the increasing demand for specialty care in neurology. It officially launches in July with a total of 12 positions.
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Program Details
Specialty
Neurology
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The FAU Neurology Residency Program does not explicitly mention its IMG-friendliness. However, it has an initial accreditation from ACGME and collaborates with multiple hospitals, which generally indicates potential acceptance of international medical graduates, especially if they provide ECFMG certification.
Categorical Positions
3
Categorical Positions (detail)
3 positions each year for a total of 12 positions
Program Website
Address
777 Glades Road, Boca Raton, FL 33431
Program Director
Daniel Kantor
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Current Residents
Overview
As of now, there are three PGY-1 residents enrolled in the FAU Neurology Residency Program. The program has a total of 12 residency positions, with the first class starting in July.
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
The curriculum includes daily didactic sessions, grand rounds, professor rounds, clinical and basic neuroscience lectures, as well as various subspecialties conferences. Residents can also select from a wide range of electives, including electromyography, epilepsy, headache, and memory disorders.
Application
The inaugural class will be selected in March through the National Resident Matching Program (NRMPĀ®) and will start on July 1.
# of Locations
Two primary sites: Boca Raton Regional Hospital (BRRH) and Delray Medical Center (DMC).
Fellowship
Recent graduates from the program may have opportunities in subspecialties involving electromyography (EMG), epilepsy, headache, memory disorders, neuroimmunology/multiple sclerosis, and other areas. The program encourages involvement in basic neuroscience research at affiliated institutions such as the FAU Brain Institute and the Marcus Neuroscience Institute.
Resident Life
Overview
The neurology residency program at FAU is unique due to its collaboration with Boca Raton Regional Hospital and Delray Medical Center, providing a wide range of educational opportunities and access to a network of neurologists.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
Four years, with 3 positions per year for a total of 12 positions.
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