OverviewThe Dartmouth Health Neurology Postgraduate Fellowship program is an intensive 12-month training program focused on preparing you for a successful career in neurology or neurocritical care. Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Fellows will work alongside other APPs and Attendings while engaging in structured, competency-based clinical and didactic training with progressive independence tailored to your development.
Your training will take place at the Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center (DHMC), a quaternary care facility and level one trauma center. Upon completion of the program, you will be equipped with the following skills:
- Synthesize knowledge of neuroanatomy and pathophysiology with the results of advanced diagnostics and findings on neurologic examination to diagnose and localize complex neurologic disorders.
- Develop a solid foundation in the management of outpatient, hospital-based, and critically ill neurology patients.
- Work both independently and collaboratively with a highly effective team in a dynamic and rapidly changing field.
The goal of the program is to help you grow and develop the acute and long-range medical and critical thinking skills required to build a successful career in neurology or neurocritical care.
Requirements:- Graduate of an accredited Master's Degree Physician Assistant/Associate Program or an Advanced Practice Nursing program
- Must have an active national certification as a PA or NP (must be AGACNP if pursuing the neurocritical care track)
- Ability to obtain/maintain PA/APRN licensure in New Hampshire prior to program start date
- Eligible to obtain Federal DEA Registration
All offers are contingent on the successful completion of the standard DHMC pre-employment criminal background check, health screening, and clinical credentialing process before matriculation.
How to Apply:Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and must include the following:
- A current, up-to-date copy of your CV/resume (including school name and GPA). All work and education entries must include dates in a MM/YY format.
- A brief personal statement describing your interest in pursuing a career in neurology (500-1,000 words)
- Two letters of reference on letterhead
- Letters can be addressed to the Neurology Team
- If you are currently enrolled in a PA or NP program, one reference must be from your Program or Medical Director
Website:Additional details about the program, curriculum, schedule, and application process can be found at:
https://www.dartmouth-hitchcock.org/app-postgrad/napp
