Penn Veterinary Medicine | University of Pennsylvania

 

Residency
Neurology
1 position available - THE RESIDENCY POSITION FOR 2010-2011 HAS BEEN FILLED

Authorized Administrative Official: Dr. Sheldon A. Steinberg
Email: sasvmd@vet.upenn.edu

Inclusive Dates of Program: July 15, 2010– July 14, 2013
Salary: $27,000

 

Number of Faculty in Direct Support of Program: 2 ACVIM (Neurology)

 

Prerequisites other than being a Graduate of a College of Veterinary Medicine:

One year rotating internship or equivalent clinical experience.

 

 

RESIDENCY IN NEUROLOGY

UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA

 

Our three-year residency training program, first offered in 1975 as a two-year program, meets the present training guidelines of the ACVIM. The program is structured to prepare the resident for the specialty practice of neurology and for Board certification.

 

During the course of the training period, the neurology resident is expected to assume gradually increasing and independent responsibility for the care of patients. This begins with closely supervised clinical exposure and evolves toward an independent clinic with senior staff available for consultation. To aid in this effort, a small sum (presently $1,000 per annum) is available to each resident to pursue special interest tests or treatment.

 

Patients include: those referred to the Section by area veterinarians (approximately 10 per week), patients transferred from our very active emergency services (4 to 8 per week) and consultations solicited by other hospital services (6 to 12 per week). Approximately one-half of the outpatients examined by the Section members are hospitalized for further diagnostic evaluation and/or therapy. Two board certified veterinary neurologists contribute to direct daily supervision. for further information regarding the Section of Neurology, click here

 

A complete range of diagnostic facilities is available; residents are encouraged to develop their skills in the use of contemporary electro-diagnostic (EMG, NCV, BAER, and EEG) and radiographic (myelography, CT and MRI) procedures. Participation in surgical procedures is strongly encouraged, and residents are responsible for performing neurosurgeries (brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves/muscles) two days per week, under the supervision of a board certified neurologist or  board certified surgeon. Additional surgical training can also be acquired at other institution, especially during their second and third years. A well-staffed, 24 hour ICU is available for critically ill patients. Patient care assistance is provided by a neurology nurse/technician, by veterinary students and skilled veterinary nurses.

 

A board-certified veterinary pathologist whose primary interest is in neuropathology holds monthly Neuropathology training sessions. Attendance at scheduled seminars and meetings, i.e., weekly grand rounds, journal club, medicine review sessions, MRI/CT rounds and monthly neuroscience meetings is mandatory. In addition, attendance at the numerous seminars within the veterinary as well as rounds and seminars in the immediate vicinity at the medical school and hospitals of the University is encouraged.

 

The resident is invited to participate in the ongoing research activities of members of the Section. These include: genetic physiologic and morphologic studies of inherited deafness in the dog, the study of the efficacy of bone marrow transplantation and gene transfer on inherited neurodegenerative disorders, and development of magnetic resonance techniques to identify and monitor intracranial disorders. Alternatively, the resident is expected to undertake independent studies. Modest departmental funds are available to support this effort. Opportunities to instruct students, interns and other residents are plentiful.

 

The neurology residency-training program is supported by capable and board certified clinicians and scientists in a variety of disciplines. The program meets the present prerequisites for examination by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine. There is no licensure requirement. Employee benefits include health and professional liability insurance, and a two-week paid annual vacation. Parking is provided to residents in a nearby multi-story garage.

 

VHUP and the School of Veterinary Medicine are part of a very large biomedical complex that includes the oldest medical school in the USA. The Veterinary School library is within the building; the Medical and Dental School libraries are two city blocks away. Rental housing is readily available within walking distance of VHUP. In addition to the rich cultural life available on campus (including professional theater, concert hall, and many restaurants),  the Philadelphia (metropolitan area population of four million) has much to offer with it cultural diversity, active arts scene, excellent restaurants, concert halls, nightclubs and sports events. Mid-Atlantic beaches and the Appalachian Mountains are available for recreation nearby.

 

While an interview is not required it is strongly recommended for both the candidate and the mentors to become familiar with each other. For further information or to schedule an interview, please contact Dr. Sheldon A. Steinberg via email sasvmd@vet.upenn.edu

The University of Pennsylvania is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 
Minorities/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Veterans are encouraged to apply.