Combined Neuropsychiatry Residency

The Combined Neurology/Psychiatry Residency at UMass Chan Medical School is a 6-year integrated residency program providing comprehensive training in both Neurology and Psychiatry. The program combines clinical training in neurological and psychiatric disorders, with progressive responsibility across inpatient, outpatient, consultation-liaison, emergency, and specialty services. Residents receive dedicated exposure to neuropsychiatry, allowing them to manage complex conditions involving both neurological and psychiatric aspects, and graduate with training designed to support board eligibility in both Neurology and Psychiatry.

1. Medical degree: Graduate of an accredited U.S./Canadian medical school or an international medical school with a valid ECFMG Certificate before appointment
2. USMLE/COMLEX: Passing USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 CK or equivalent examinations
3. Step 3: Applicants entering at PGY-3 or higher must have passed USMLE Step 3 before appointment
4. Letters of Recommendation: 3 letters are required; applicants to the combined Neurology/Psychiatry program should include one letter from a neurologist familiar with their work
5. English proficiency: Fluency in spoken and written English is required
6. IMG requirements: At least 1 year of clinical experience in the U.S. (or Canada for Canadian citizens), valid ECFMG certification, and graduation from medical school within the past 5 years
7. Visa: J-1 visas are accepted; H-1B sponsorship is generally not available except in rare circumstances