Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Downstate Neurology Residency Program at One Brooklyn Health focuses on training clinically and culturally competent neurologists who can address health disparities in diverse communities. The program emphasizes teamwork, patient care, and a commitment to lifelong learning, preparing residents for various career paths in neurology.
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Moderate Competition
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Program Details
Specialty
Neurology
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The residency program appears to be IMG-friendly as it serves a diverse population and is likely to accept international medical graduates.
Categorical Positions
Categorical Positions (detail)
The program accepts residents for three years, including specific rotations for R1, R2, and R3 years with detailed block structures throughout the training period.
Program Website
Address
1 Brookdale Plaza, Brooklyn, NY 11212, USA
Program Director
Lisa R. Merlin, MD
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Current Residents
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PGY-1 MD
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The curriculum includes daily morning reports, evaluations with milestones, access to various specialty conferences and a hands-on approach to training through inpatient and outpatient experiences overseen by Downstate faculty.
Application
Application materials must be submitted via the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) before our deadline, which is typically in mid-November. Interview invitations are generally sent out in late November, with interviews conducted in December and January.
# of Locations
Residents see patients at the One Brooklyn Health system, primarily at Brookdale Hospital, with additional rotations at Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center, spending no more than 1 month per year there.
Fellowship
The program offers various educational opportunities and may encourage residents to pursue fellowships, although specific fellowship opportunities were not detailed in the text.
Resident Life
Overview
The Downstate Neurology Residency Program at One Brooklyn Health is designed to serve the socioeconomically diverse community of Central and Northeast Brooklyn, addressing health inequities and providing culturally competent care.
On Call Schedule
Our program utilizes a night float system. The night float resident works 6 nights per week for two weeks at a time, covering neurology consultations for a 12-hour overnight shift each night for 6 consecutive nights. The two senior residents on service will split the weekend, coming in on one weekend day each week to help run morning report and round with the team; the remainder of the day will be spent providing supervision from home. Residents on the inpatient teams work a 6-day week, covering a 12-hour day shift on either Saturday or Sunday each week.
# of Years of Program
The program is a three-year residency training.
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Alumni
Alumni of the Downstate Neurology Residency Program often pursue further specialization through fellowships in areas such as epilepsy, stroke, and neurocritical care. Many graduates also take academic positions or join community practices, contributing to healthcare in the Brooklyn area and beyond.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Obligatory wellness sessions to remind residents of fatigue mitigation strategies and policies. Various online self-assessment tools for mental health, relaxation spaces during downtime.
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation
Residents receive a total of two weeks of vacation each year. Unused vacation days can be carried over to the next year. Residents are encouraged to request time off in advance, especially during busy rotations, to ensure coverage for patient care.