Residency Program in Adult Neurology

1. Applicants must hold a medical degree from an eligible medical school.
2. Applicants must submit an application through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).
3. Applicants must provide a Medical Student Performance Evaluation (MSPE), medical school transcript, and United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) or National Board examination scores for Steps 1 and 2, if available. These scores are not mandatory for initial application review.
4. Applicants must submit at least three letters of recommendation, preferably including at least one from a neurologist.
5. Applicants must provide a personal statement and curriculum vitae (CV).
6. Applicants must provide evidence of Selective Service registration or applicable exemption documentation, where required.
7. International medical graduates must obtain Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) certification and a Medical Board of California Postgraduate Training Authorization Letter (PTAL), preferably before application submission and no later than the interview.
8. Non-United States citizens must be eligible for J-1 visa sponsorship.
9. Applicants are evaluated on academic performance, clinical rotations, examination performance, recommendation letters, and personal achievements. Additional internal medicine training and research experience are beneficial but not mandatory

The Adult Neurology Residency Training Program at the University of California San Diego (UC San Diego), School of Medicine, provides comprehensive postgraduate training in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of neurological disorders affecting adults. The program offers clinical experience in inpatient and outpatient neurology, stroke care, epilepsy, neurocritical care, neuromuscular disorders, and other specialized areas, along with opportunities for research and elective training. It aims to prepare residents for careers in clinical neurology, academic medicine, and advanced subspecialty fellowship training. The University of California San Diego is a public research university located in San Diego, California, recognized for its contributions to medical education and scientific innovation. Its School of Medicine emphasizes evidence-based clinical practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and research-driven learning. Through its clinical training environment and diverse patient population, the institution helps residents develop the knowledge, clinical judgment, and professional skills required for neurological practice.

1. Apply through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).
2. Submit the completed application, Medical Student Performance Evaluation (MSPE), medical school transcript, available examination scores, and at least three letters of recommendation.
3. Include a personal statement and curriculum vitae (CV) with the application.
4. International medical graduates must complete the required certification and California postgraduate training authorization requirements.
5. The residency selection committee reviews applications based on academic records, clinical performance, examination results, recommendation letters, and other achievements.
6. Attend an interview if invited by the program.
7. Register with the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) and submit the rank order list according to its instructions.
8. Review the match results and complete the required credentialing and onboarding procedures if matched.