Child Neurology Residency Program

The Child Neurology Residency Program at UNC School of Medicine (UNCSOM), Chapel Hill is a comprehensive residency program designed to train physicians in the diagnosis and management of neurological disorders affecting infants, children, and adolescents. The program combines training in Pediatrics and Child Neurology, providing residents with clinical experience in pediatric neurology, developmental disorders, epilepsy, neurogenetic conditions, neuromuscular diseases, neuroimmunology, and pediatric neurocritical care. Residents receive training through inpatient and outpatient services, subspecialty rotations, multidisciplinary care teams, research activities, and advanced diagnostic evaluations. The program prepares graduates for careers as independent Child Neurologists in clinical practice, academic medicine, research, or further subspecialty fellowship training.

1. ERAS Application Submission

• Applicants must apply through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) and submit required documents, including CV, personal statement, transcripts, letters of recommendation, and examination scores.

1. Application Review

• The program reviews applications based on academic performance, clinical experience, research activities, letters of recommendation, and interest in child neurology.

1. Interview Process

• Selected candidates are invited for interviews with the Child Neurology Residency Program faculty and leadership.

1. NRMP Match Participation

• Applicants and the program submit rank order lists through the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) for final selection.

1. Residency Appointment

• Matched candidates complete UNC GME onboarding requirements and begin residency training.