Fellowship of Neurocritical Care (FNCC)

The Neurocritical Care Fellowship at the University of Illinois College of Medicine (UICOM), Chicago is an advanced fellowship program designed to provide specialized training in the management of critically ill patients with complex neurological and neurosurgical conditions. The program offers comprehensive clinical experience in the Neuro Intensive Care Unit (Neuro ICU), where fellows manage acute neurological emergencies including stroke, traumatic brain injury, seizures, intracranial hemorrhage, and other life-threatening neurological disorders. Throughout training, fellows collaborate closely with specialists in stroke neurology, neurosurgery, neuroradiology, neurophysiology, and trauma surgery, fostering a highly interdisciplinary approach to patient care. The fellowship emphasizes advanced neurological monitoring, critical care procedures, evidence-based management, clinical research, and preparation for independent practice in neurocritical care.

1. Confirm Eligibility Requirements

• Applicants must meet the required medical education and residency training criteria before applying.
• Candidates should have completed an eligible residency program in Neurology, Neurosurgery, Anesthesiology, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or related fields.

1. Submit Application

• Applicants must submit their fellowship application according to the program guidelines.
• Required application materials generally include:
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Personal statement
• Letters of recommendation
• Medical school and residency training records
• Other supporting documents as required

1. Application Review

• The fellowship selection committee reviews applications based on:
• Clinical training background
• Critical care experience
• Academic achievements
• Research interests
• Commitment to neurocritical care

1. Interview Process

• Selected applicants are invited for an interview with the fellowship faculty.
• The interview evaluates the candidate’s clinical experience, career goals, and suitability for neurocritical care training.

1. Selection and Appointment

• Final candidates are selected by the fellowship committee.
• Selected fellows must complete University of Illinois Chicago Graduate Medical Education (GME) requirements before appointment.

1. Begin Fellowship Training

• Accepted fellows start training in the Neuro ICU and receive multidisciplinary experience with stroke neurology, neurosurgery, neuroradiology, neurophysiology, trauma surgery, and other critical care teams.