University of South Florida Morsani Program

The University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine's Neurology Residency Program is structured to train clinical neuroscientists who are proficient in providing expert patient care and possess a thorough understanding of both basic and clinical neurosciences. This ACGME-accredited four-year program, including a preliminary year of internal medicine, aims to produce graduates who are well-prepared for both private clinical practice and academic neurology careers. Each year, the program recruits eight (8) Adult Neurology residents.

Key highlights of the program include extensive clinical experience across both inpatient and outpatient settings, supervised by a faculty with diverse clinical and research interests. Residents have access to numerous teaching conferences and electives that supplement the curriculum, fostering a solid foundation in neuroscientific principles. The program’s affiliations with Tampa General Hospital, the James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital, and other healthcare facilities ensure exposure to a wide variety of patient cases, including specialized experience in neuro-oncology at Moffitt Cancer Center.

The program encourages a collegial atmosphere, treating residents as junior colleagues and promoting interaction and inquiry between faculty and residents. It seeks to cultivate an environment where teaching is an exchange of ideas.

For those applying to the program, note that it is competitive, and highly qualified international medical graduates are considered. Minimum requirements for these applicants include J-1 visa or proof of US citizenship, passing USMLE Steps I and II on the first attempt with scores of 225 or higher, at least one year of clinical patient experience in the United States, graduation from medical school within the last 3 years, current ECFMG certification, and fluency in English. The program also mentions the possibility of considering H1 visa sponsorship for highly qualified applicants (with USMLE Steps 1 & 2 scores greater than 250).

Applicants are encouraged to apply early due to the program's competitiveness, with interviews starting in October and concluding by the end of January. The program embraces diversity and seeks residents who are excited about pursuing a neurology career in a collaborative and educational setting in Tampa, Florida.