Tower Health Program
Child neurology - Philadelphia, PA | ACGME Code: 1854121040
This Child Neurology Residency Program at St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children within Tower Health focuses on training residents to deliver compassionate, evidence-based, and cost-effective care to children with neurologic conditions. The program offers a 5-year combined categorical experience, including 2 years of general pediatrics, 1 year of adult neurology, and 2 years of child neurology. Residents gain exposure to a wide range of clinical scenarios to develop diagnostic and treatment skills.
Graduates of the program are prepared for autonomous practice in child neurology, with opportunities for fellowships or appointments at prestigious institutions. The program environment supports clinical, educational, and research skills development, fostering independence in practice while prioritizing wellness and work-life balance.
Training consists of clinical rotations at St. Christopher’s Hospital, Temple University Hospital, and other affiliated institutions. Residents engage in diverse clinical experiences, scholarly activities, and educational opportunities.
The Section of Child Neurology is actively involved in clinical care and research, providing a multidisciplinary approach to patient management. Clinical research areas include metabolic disorders, epilepsy, and sleep disorders, while basic research interests focus on brain tumors and mitochondrial disorders.
Residents have access to various educational resources, including daily didactics, multidisciplinary conferences, protected learning time, and hands-on teaching experiences. Participation in scholarly projects and presentations at national or international meetings is encouraged.
Overall, the program offers a comprehensive training experience for aspiring child neurology specialists seeking a supportive and intellectually stimulating residency environment.
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Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania
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