FAQ’s

Q: How many applications are received each year?

A: For the 2010-2011 application season approximately 170 applications were received and reviewed.

Q: How many interviews are done?

A: Approximately 45 interviews are done on the scheduled days.

Q: How are applications received?

A: All applications must be submitted via ERAS.

Q: Is a PGY1 position available in the neurology residency?

A: Yes, we are excited to have a full integrated program (PGY1-4) for residents starting the PGY1 in July 2012. All of the residents beginning training in July 2012 with the PGY1 year of broad training as part of the residency, then the neurology focused years begin in July 2012.

Q: Does an applicant have to apply and match to an internship separate from the neurology application?

A: No, applications are now accepted only for the integrated program and are accepted to the PGY1 through PGY4 program, all organized through neurology.

Q: Does your program accept applicants from osteopathic medical schools?

A: Yes

Q: Does your program accept applications from international medical school graduates?

A: Yes, with ECFMG certification and California Medical Board Postgraduate Training Authorization Letter or a letter from the California Medical Board stating you will be issued a PTAL once the applicant has a social security number. These documents must be completed and available before the application will be considered.

Q: What are the requirements for training prior to neurology residency?

A: If an applicant has already satisfactorily completed a preliminary PGY1 year in an ACGME approved Internal Medicine program or a PGY1 position in an ACGME approved program that includes the minimum Internal Medicine requirements (see ACGME website Neurology Program Requirements) they may be considered for the PGY2-4 neurology years.

Q: What are the minimum requirements for an applicant to be offered an interview?

A: A complete application that demonstrates a commitment to neurology, professionalism, appropriate communication skills, interest in the mission of LLUMC, and USMLE scores of greater than 190 or its equivalent, at least 3 letters of recommendation from supervisors familiar with the applicant's skills with at least one from a neurologist.

Q: How is the interview process planned?

A: Interviews are offered via email, interviews may be scheduled on any of the four interview dates with availability, after all interview slots are full, applicants will be placed on a waiting list for a preferred date.

Q: What is the interview day schedule?

A: The night prior to the interview day a welcome dinner with current neurology residents is held at a local restaurant. On the interview day the program director meets the applicants for an informational session and applicants attend morning report, then interview with faculty, attend rounds, and tour the hospital as scheduled, and have lunch with neurology faculty and current residents.

Q: What is the application deadline?

A: December 1

Q: Are alternate interview days available if an applicant can’t attend one of the four formal interview days?

A: No

Q: How many residents are in the program?

A: Twelve residents (3 per year) with an additional child neurology resident rotating each year as well.