Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Nuvance Health Neurology Residency Program prepares residents to be proficient in neurological medicine through a balanced curriculum that combines clinical training, innovative research, and comprehensive mentorship. Anchored at Vassar Brothers Medical Center, residents participate in a diverse set of acute and outpatient experiences, emphasizing the development of teaching and supervisory skills. The program fosters a collaborative and inclusive environment aimed at producing future leaders in neurology.
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Program Details
Specialty
Neurology
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Nuvance Health Neurology Residency Program does not explicitly state its IMG-friendliness. However, it mentions that applicants must provide evidence of US Clinical Experience and requires completion of USMLE or COMLEX scores, which may imply that the program is open to IMG applicants if they meet these requirements. It is also linked through the National Residency Matching Program, which often includes IMGs among the eligible applicants.
Categorical Positions
5
Categorical Positions (detail)
5 residency positions each year, which can be linked with a Nuvance Health Transitional Year Internship (PGY1).
Program Website
Address
1 Columbia St., Ste. 302, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Program Director
Paul Wright, MD, MBA, FAAN, FANA
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Current Residents
Overview
The Nuvance Health Neurology Residency Program has five PGY-1 residents annually, who are linked to a Transitional Year Internship under the National Residency Matching Program.
PGY-1 MD
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
As an ACGME-accredited Neurology categorical residency program, the curriculum includes foundational training in medicine during PGY1 (Transitional Year) followed by specialty training in Neurology from PGY2 to PGY4, emphasizing the development of clinical, teaching, supervision, communication, and leadership skills.
Application
Applications must be submitted through ERAS. Interviews occur on select dates in October, November, December, and January, with important dates including Mid-September for NRMP registration opening, and Late February for rank order list deadlines.
# of Locations
Residents will work at Vassar Brothers Medical Center, Danbury Hospital, and an outpatient practice located adjacent to the campus.
Fellowship
The Nuvance Health Neurology Residency Program offers multiple fellowship opportunities after residency. Notable fellowships include Advanced Clinical Ultrasound Fellowship, Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship, Gastroenterology Fellowship, Geriatric Medicine Fellowship, Headache Medicine Fellowship, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Fellowship, and more. These fellowships are pursued in partnership with affiliated institutions, allowing residents to specialize in various fields post-residency.
Resident Life
Overview
The goal of the Neurology Residency Program is to provide residents with high quality training, resources, and education.
On Call Schedule
Not explicitly mentioned in the document.
# of Years of Program
The total length of the residency program is four years, starting with PGY1 in a Transitional Year, followed by three years of Neurology training.
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Alumni
We pride ourselves in our diverse and collaborative work environment. Residency begins with a neurology bootcamp where faculty will provide interactive teaching sessions. Our Mentorship program partners residents with a faculty member to enrich and mentor their professional lives.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Comprehensive Competitive Coverage
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation
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