Pediatric Neurology Residency Program
Duration: 5 Year(s)
St. Christopher's Hospital for Children, Philadelphia
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Course TypeResidency Program
Course Specialty
Pediatric Neurology
Overview
The Child Neurology Residency Program at St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children provides comprehensive medical training in pediatric neurology, preparing graduates for independent clinical practice or further subspecialty training. Residents first complete two years of general pediatrics followed by a year of adult neurology at partner institutions and finally two years of structured child neurology clinical work at St. Christopher’s, integrating inpatient and outpatient care. The curriculum fulfills the training requirements set by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and includes continuity clinics, subspecialty electives, and multidisciplinary care experiences. Residents encounter a wide range of neurologic conditions, from epilepsy and neuromuscular disorders to developmental and metabolic neurologic diseases. Educational components include hands-on patient care, didactic sessions, longitudinal continuity clinics, and rotations in related subspecialties. Training emphasizes compassionate, evidence-based, family-centered care within diverse clinical settings.
Admission Intake
JanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember
Fee (INR):
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Stipend (INR):
Residents receive a stipend/salary based on postgraduate year level as per Tower Health Graduate Medical Education policies (exact amounts vary by year and program year).
Accomodation:
As Per Availability
Scholarship:
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Eligibility
- MD or DO from an accredited medical school
- Valid USMLE/COMLEX scores
- ECFMG certificate (for international medical graduates)
- Completion of required clinical clerkships
- Participation in NRMP match and ERAS application process
Minimum Education
MD (Doctor of Medicine)DM Pediatric NeurologyDoctor of Osteopathy (DO)M.P.T. (Pediatric Neurology)
Admission Process:
- Prepare Documentation: Transcripts, exam scores (USMLE/COMLEX), personal statement, CV, letters of recommendation.
- Apply via ERAS: Submit application through the Electronic Residency Application Service.
- Participate in NRMP Match: Register with the National Resident Matching Program and rank preferred programs.
- Program Interviews: Selected candidates are invited for interviews (often virtual).
- Rank Order Submission: Submit final rank list to NRMP.
- Match Day: Receive match results and complete onboarding requirements.
- Orientation & Start: Attend residency orientation and begin clinical training, typically in July.
