NYU Grossman School of Medicine Program

The NYU Grossman School of Medicine offers a unique combined residency program in Neurology and Psychiatry, providing an integrated six-year training pathway. This program specializes in training residents who aspire to become skilled clinicians capable of managing and treating both neurological and psychiatric disorders. Graduates of this residency are equipped to hold leadership roles within multiple subspecialties of psychiatry, neurology, and neuropsychiatry, offering a broad scope of professional opportunity upon completion.

Residents benefit from a structured curriculum that promotes early integration of knowledge across the two disciplines. Throughout the training, opportunities for research and mentorship play a vital role, fostering a comprehensive educational experience.

Training Sites and Rotations

The training occurs at several notable sites including NYU Langone’s Tisch Hospital, NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue, and the Manhattan campus of the VA NY Harbor Healthcare System. This proximity enables seamless collaboration and enhances interprofessional learning through integrated conferences and joint clinical activities. The residency is organized into specifically structured rotations, outlined in a way to maximize residents' exposure to both fields:

1. Postgraduate Year 1 (PGY-1): Includes eight months in internal medicine, two months on inpatient neurology, and two months in a psychiatric emergency program.
2. Postgraduate Year 2 (PGY-2): Involves six months of adult psychiatry, two months on the inpatient neurology wards and various consult services, along with participation in adult neurology clinics.
3. Postgraduate Year 3 (PGY-3): Focuses on intensive clinical experience in both psychiatry and neurology, encompassing inpatient child and adolescent psychiatry, and clinical neurophysiology.
4. Postgraduate Year 4 (PGY-4): Dual-focused training includes outpatient psychiatric care and integrated neurology rotations.
5. Postgraduate Year 5 (PGY-5): Residents commence a senior year role, combining outpatient psychiatric and neurology responsibilities.
6. Postgraduate Year 6 (PGY-6): A capstone year, allowing a minimum of eight months for electives, research, or specialized clinical exposure.

This progressive integration of training ensures that residents develop competencies in managing complex patient populations in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

Research Opportunities

During the residency, participants are encouraged to engage in scholarly research activities across various domains in psychiatry and neurology. This involvement is considered vital for professional growth and is strongly supported by the program, opening pathways for contributions to the academic community.

Application Process

The program typically accepts one to two residents each year. The application, submitted via the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS), requires comprehensive documentation including:

• Curriculum vitae
• Medical Student Performance Evaluation
• Official medical school transcript
• Personal statement
• Three letters of recommendation

International medical graduates must also submit a valid Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) certificate, USMLE scores for Steps 1 and 2, and proof of visa status. Notably, the program does not support H-1B visa sponsorship but can facilitate J-1 visa arrangements through ECFMG.

Competitiveness

The program is known to be highly competitive, reflecting its rigorous training framework and the quality of education. However, it also accommodates graduates from osteopathic and international medical backgrounds, promoting diversity among trainees and enriching the learning environment.

Evaluation and Certification

Residents undergo biannual evaluations aimed at assessing their clinical skills, professional development, and knowledge in both specialties. Following each year of training, residents take written certifying examinations sanctioned by the respective boards, ensuring a robust pathway to board certification in both Neurology and Psychiatry.

The residency at NYU Grossman School of Medicine embodies a progressive educational approach that not only emphasizes comprehensive clinical training but also fosters an environment of research and professionalism, preparing tomorrow's leaders in the fields of neurology and psychiatry.