Neurology Residency Program

1. Applicants must have graduated from an eligible medical school with a medical degree.
2. A completed National Resident Matching Program application is required.
3. Applicants must submit a United States Medical Licensing Examination Step 1 or Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensing Examination Level 1 score. Step 2 or Level 2 scores should also be submitted if available.
4. Three letters of recommendation are required, including at least one from a neurologist.
5. A personal statement is required.
6. Applicants must participate in a personal interview if invited.
7. International medical graduates may apply. A valid Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates certificate is required before residency training begins.
8. International medical graduates accepted into the program may receive assistance with arrangements for a J-1 visa.

Emory University School of Medicine, located in Atlanta, Georgia, United States, is a leading academic medical institution recognized for medical education, advanced patient care, and biomedical research. Its Department of Neurology provides specialized clinical training through affiliated hospitals and healthcare facilities. The institution emphasizes evidence-based medicine, interdisciplinary collaboration, and research-driven healthcare. The Neurology Residency Program is a four-year postgraduate training pathway consisting of one preliminary internship year and three years of specialized neurology training. The program prepares physicians to diagnose and manage disorders affecting the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, and muscles. Residents gain clinical experience in areas including stroke, epilepsy, movement disorders, neuromuscular diseases, neurocritical care, and sleep disorders through inpatient and outpatient rotations. The curriculum also includes elective rotations, research opportunities, and specialized training in medical education, global health, and clinical innovation, preparing graduates for independent neurological practice and careers in academic medicine.

1. Apply through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).
2. Submit the completed application, examination scores, personal statement, and three letters of recommendation, including at least one from a neurologist.
3. The program reviews applications beginning in September and shortlists eligible candidates.
4. Attend an interview if invited by the program.
5. Register with the National Resident Matching Program and participate in the residency match.
6. Apply separately for the preliminary internship year through the Electronic Residency Application Service.
7. International medical graduates must obtain the required certification and complete visa requirements before starting residency.