Navy Neurology

[rewind]

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I was wondering if anyone knows about the neurology residency program in the Navy. I just want to know how competitive the program is and what specialization/fellowship opportunities are available. I got old tread with the same questions, but not helpful(http://forums.studentdoctor.net/showthread.php?t=767430[/url]).

Thank you very much

 

[BlackFrancis33]

The neurology residency program is at Walter Reed, and I know it relatively well. I don't know much about civ. deferment, I know a few who have done it, but I wouldn't count on it. Reed generally takes 2 Navy/year, and 2-3 Army/year Much to my chagrin, Neurology is generally not competitive. There are only 2 slots, so competitiveness can vary somewhat year to year. But competitive in neurology would mean a year where we actually had 1 more applicant than available slots. As long as you are passing everything in med school, you should be fine. Currently I know Navy Neurologists with specialization in Vascular Neurology, Neuromuscular Neurology, Epilepsy, and Autonomics/Neurophysiology. So subspecialization, up until now anyway, definitely seems possible. You can PM me if you would like.

 

[blife]

I've been curious about Navy neuro as well, especially the Peds Nuero program at Walter Reed. I know Navy has a few peds neuro billets, but I also know combined residencies rarely happen. Does anyone know if Navy sends anyone through the Pediatric Neurology residency? Do child neurologists in the navy usually do peds residency followed by peds nuero fellowship after a utilization tour? Thanks

 

[BlackFrancis33]

Walter Reed has the combined option where you do a 5 year residency. 2 Peds years, 3 Neuro years. Or you can do the 3 + 3 (Peds and Neuro as fellowship). I know Navy folks have gone through the Peds Neuro program at Walter Reed. From my adult neurologist view, I think the 5 year program is the way to go if you are sure Peds Neuro is what you want. I don't know if the Navy only offer one of these pathways. Both are available in the Army.