Vascular Neurology Fellowship

Overview

The George Washington University offers a one-year clinical vascular neurology fellowship program. Our goal is to train highly skilled, professional and compassionate specialists in vascular neurology. Our program has a strong clinical focus with an understanding of the importance of engaging in research to better the lives of the patients in our community, as well as regionally and nationally. We place a strong emphasis on practicing evidence-based medicine but holistically applying the knowledge to the needs of the individual.

Application Process

We are ACGME accredited (1881018801) and for one full-time fellow position starting July 1, 2026 through ERAS. We plan to offer interviews in December 2025 and being interviews in February 2026.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the Vascular Neurology Fellowship, you must:

be a graduate of any LCME (Liaison Committee on Medical Education) or AOA (American Osteopathic Association) accredited medical school, or an international medical graduate who holds a valid ECFMG (Education Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates) certificate. International medical graduates must have one of the following:
- U.S. Citizenship
- Permanent legal residency status (i.e. green card)
be in good standing with, and anticipated completion of, an ACGME accredited Adult Neurology Residency
be eligible for board certification in Neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
be eligible to obtain a full, unrestricted license to practice neurology in the state of Virginia and the District of Columbia

Application

Applications will be accepted and reviewed via the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS). The program participates through the NRMP Vascular Neurology Match Process

Application Requirements:

3 Letter of Recommendation
Medical School Transcript
Copy of Medical School Diploma
Copy of Medical Education Exam Scores (National Boards, FLEX, ECFMG exam and valid exam and valid certificate, FMGEMS, USMLE, COMLEX)
Personal Statement

Timeline for Application, Interview, and Selection Process

ERAS Opens to Applicants	November 13th, 2024
ERAS Opens to Fellowship Programs	December 4th, 2024
Interviews	February 2025
Rank Order Certification	April 16th, 2025
Match Day	April 30th, 2025

Curriculum

13 (4-week) Block Rotations

Inpatient Stroke Wards at GWU (6 blocks)- Fellows are responsible in providing clinical care for the inpatient stroke and consultation service. The fellow is expected to lead formal rounds and provide education and oversight for the rotating residents and medical students. Home-call, similar to the call taken by the attendings, is expected during the inpatient stroke ward months. The fellow is expected to round and cover two weekends during each block.

Elective - Neuro-ICU at GWU (1 block)- Fellows have an opportunity to work in the Neuro-ICU with our trained Neuro-intensivist team. You will have the opportunity to participate in procedures and ventilator management. No call or weekend coverage is expected on this rotation.

Elective - Inpatient Acute Rehab at GWU (1 block)- Fellows are expected to learn the basics in acute stroke recovery. No call or weekend coverage is expected on this rotation.

Elective - Neuroradiology at GWU (1 block)- Fellows are given the opportunity to work closely with neuro-radiology reading cerebral MRI, CT, and ultrasound imaging. No call or weekend coverage is expected on this rotation.

Open Elective/Research (3 blocks) – Many options for stroke related rotations or research including a qualtity improvement project. No call or weekend coverage is expected.

Vacation (1 block) - 3 weeks of vacation per year and 1 week of holiday time off in December/January

Outpatient Stroke at GWU - The fellow will have two 1/2 days of stroke clinic per week staffed by a vascular neurology attendings.

Conferences- the fellow is expected to attend the International Stroke Conference.

Vacation (1 block)- 4 weeks of vacation per year.