Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Pediatric Neurology Residency at Washington University in St. Louis emphasizes compassionate care, inquiry, and teaching, forming a strong foundation for residents. It offers a rich training environment supported by a multidisciplinary team and renowned faculty. Residents gain exposure to diverse clinical experiences and research projects that enhance their skills in pediatric neurology. The program focuses on combining effective clinical training with opportunities for mentorship and collaboration.
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Program Details
Specialty
Neurology
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program does not specify any explicit criteria regarding International Medical Graduates (IMG) or their acceptance rates. However, it can be inferred that the program is supportive of various backgrounds due to its emphasis on a multidisciplinary community, which may include IMGs.
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Program Website
Address
One Children's Place, Suite 2130, St. Louis, Missouri 63110
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Current Residents
Overview
The current resident roster includes 10 PGY-1 MD residents, while the number of DO residents is not specified.
PGY-1 MD
10
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The program includes daily teaching from experts across the field of neurology, opportunities to teach medical students and fellow residents, and access to research projects.
Application
Application to the residency program generally includes submission of a completed application form via ERAS, along with a personal statement, CV, and three letters of recommendation. The application deadline for the upcoming cycle is typically in mid-November of the preceding year. Once applications are reviewed, selected candidates will be invited for an interview, which usually occurs from late December to late January.
# of Locations
Residents have the chance to join research projects and engage with a multidisciplinary community of mentors.
Fellowship
The fellowship opportunities and career paths for residents are aligned with the program's goal of providing a comprehensive training experience. Residents can engage in research projects and teaching, indicating a focus on career development in pediatric neurology and its subspecialties.
Resident Life
Overview
The long success of our program is built on the philosophy that an excellent pediatric neurologist must have a foundation in compassionate care, a regular habit of inquiry and a dedication to teaching patients and colleagues, benefiting from a multidisciplinary community of colleagues.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
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Housing
The residency program offers support for residents in finding housing, and there are options nearby. There are also housing stipends available to ease the cost of living for residents.
Alumni
Alumni from the pediatric neurology residency program often pursue fellowships in subspecialties such as epilepsy, neurogenetics, and neuromuscular disorders. Many graduates also secure academic positions at prestigious institutions and are involved in research, teaching, and clinical practice across the United States and internationally.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Multidisciplinary community of colleagues, support for training experience, opportunities to teach patients and colleagues, chance to join research projects.
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation
Residents are entitled to 3 weeks (15 business days) of vacation each year. Vacation requests must be submitted in advance and are typically approved unless there are conflicts with clinical duties. Unused vacation days cannot be carried over to the next year.