Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Neurology Residency Program at the University of Mississippi Medical Center offers a comprehensive four-year categorical training that includes an initial year of internal medicine. The program is designed to provide residents with a robust clinical foundation and is supported by experienced faculty who bring diverse expertise in both clinical practice and research. The training environment emphasizes a hands-on approach to patient care, engaging residents with a broad spectrum of neurological conditions while also promoting academic excellence and research endeavors.
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Program Details
Specialty
Neurology
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program welcomes International Medical Graduates (IMG) as part of their training, although specific acceptance rates or statistics regarding IMG residents were not mentioned in the provided data.
Categorical Positions
Categorical Positions (detail)
Four-year categorical program in neurology including a preliminary (PGY-1) year of internal medicine training
Program Website
Address
2500 North State Street, Jackson, MS 39216-4505
Program Director
Shreyas Gangadhara, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
The current residency program includes a group of MD residents in their first year, but the specific number was not delineated in the data provided. There is no current estimate on the distribution of residents based on their training background (MD or DO).
PGY-1 MD
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The Adult Neurology Residency Program is a four-year categorical program in neurology that includes a preliminary (PGY-1) year of internal medicine training supervised by both the neurology and internal medicine program directors.
Application
Application process can be found in the section 'How to Apply.'
# of Locations
Residents work at University Hospital, which has a strong referral base, providing exposure to a broad range of neurological conditions.
Fellowship
The residency program offers a range of fellowship opportunities including Neurophysiology Fellowship, Neuroscience Intensive Care Fellowship, Neurovascular Fellowship, and Neuromuscular Fellowship.
Resident Life
Overview
University of Mississippi Medical Center offers a unique neurology residency program with a blend of experienced clinicians and basic scientists, promoting excellence in neurology care and education.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
4 years (including a preliminary PGY-1 year of internal medicine training).
Housing
No specific information about housing options or support is mentioned in the text. Further details may be on the program website or in application materials.
Alumni
The alumni of the program often go into various fellowships or private practice roles after graduation.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation