Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Department of Neurological Surgery at Indiana University School of Medicine is dedicated to providing world-class clinical care, education, and research in the areas of brain, spine, and nerve disorders. They emphasize innovative clinical care, transformational research, and robust academic training under the leadership of Dr. Mitesh V. Shah. The department aims to be a leader in neurosurgery education and treatment across Indiana and beyond, employing advanced technologies and techniques in a compassionate environment. Educational offerings cater to medical students, residents, and fellows, with opportunities for specialized training in various fields of neurosurgery.
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Program Details
Specialty
Neurosurgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
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Program Website
Address
355 W. 16th Street, Goodman Hall Suite 5100, Indianapolis, IN 46202
Program Director
Mitesh V. Shah, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
The page indicates a total of 23 clinical and research faculty members, but there is no detailed summary of current residents or their distributions among PGY-1 MD, PGY-1 DO, or IMGs.
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
Internationally renowned faculty neurosurgeons at IU School of Medicine provide training to medical students, residents and fellows pursuing subspecialty expertise.
Application
Application process details are yet to be extracted but typical steps include submitting an application, possibly a personal statement, letters of recommendation, and other supporting documents. Key dates for submission and interviews might typically be found in the program's admissions section.
# of Locations
Multiple clinic and hospital locations
Fellowship
The residency program provides education and training opportunities for medical students, residents, and fellows pursuing subspecialty expertise, but specific fellowships or post-residency career paths are not detailed. The program’s focus is more on the clinical training aspect in collaboration with education rather than detailed fellowship opportunities.
Resident Life
Overview
Providing world-class clinical care, education and research across the full spectrum of brain, spine and nerve care.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
Length of residency program is typically around 5 years for neurosurgery.
Housing
No specific housing information is available from the text provided; options often include subsidized housing or nearby accommodations based on the institution's resources.
Alumni
Alumni of the program typically pursue surgical fellowships, academic positions, or private practice. The common subspecialties include neurosurgical oncology, pediatric neurosurgery, and neurovascular surgery, with many working at prominent institutions in the Midwest and beyond.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
4 endowed lectureships each year and approximately 1.9 million dollars in NIH funding.
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation
Vacation policy details were not found; however, standard practices often allocate residents a specific number of days off per year, which may vary by program.