Program Overview
About the Program
The University of Iowa Department of Neurology is the third oldest in the United States, and its residency program was one of the first to be accredited. This tradition of excellence continues with a department full of energetic, forward-thinking, thought-provoking, bright clinicians and scientists, committed to training today’s neurologists.
Program Overview
Founded in 1919, the department has a long history of excellence. The residency program is designed to provide comprehensive training in neurology, with a focus on clinical practice, research, and education.
Program Structure
- The program is led by a dedicated team of faculty members who are experts in their fields.
- The curriculum is designed to provide a broad range of clinical experiences, including:
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Movement Disorders
- Epilepsy
- Cognitive Neurology
- General Neurology
- Neuropsychology
- Clinical Electrophysiology
- Neuromuscular
- NeuroImmunology
- Sleep Disorders
- The program also includes a range of research opportunities, including:
- Basic Neuroscience
- Cognitive Neuroscience
- Neurogenetic
- Research By Faculty
- SUDEP Research Program
Program Highlights
- Clinical Neuroscientist Training Program (CNS-TP)
- Clinical Neuro-Educator Training Program (CNE-TP)
- Resident Awards
- Resident Scholarship
- Well-being, Culture, Belonging
Education
The department offers a range of educational programs, including:
- Neurology Residency Program
- Neurology Fellowships
- Sleep Medicine
- Neuromuscular Medicine
- Neuroimmunology
- Movement Disorders
- Epilepsy
- Clinical Neurophysiology
- Vascular Neurology
- Endovascular Surgical Neuroradiology
- Neuro-Opthalmology
- Medical Students
- Visiting Students
- Neuroscience Graduate Program
- Clinical Neuropsychology Postdoctoral Fellowship
- Program Overview
- Program Goals
- Application Procedures
- Fellowship Experiences
- Salary and Benefits
- Clinics and Laboratories
- Publications
- Our People
Research
The department is committed to advancing the field of neurology through research. Research areas include:
- Basic Neuroscience
- Cognitive Neuroscience
- Neurogenetic
- Research By Faculty
- SUDEP Research Program
- Centers, Institutes, and Networks
- Iowa Neuroscience Institute
- Neurodegeneration at Iowa
- StrokeNet
- Clinical Trials
- Publications
People
The department is home to a diverse range of faculty members, trainees, and staff. Our people include:
- Primary Faculty
- Secondary Faculty
- Adjunct Faculty
- Emeritus Faculty
- Residents
- Fellows
- Division Directors
- Education Directors
- Administration
News and Events
The department hosts a range of events, including:
- Annual Neurology Symposia
- Grand Rounds Presentations
- Recorded Lectures
- News Archive
About the Department
The University of Iowa Department of Neurology is located in the lovely college town of Iowa City, Iowa. The department is part of the Carver College of Medicine and is committed to providing excellent patient care, advancing the field of neurology through research, and educating the next generation of neurologists.
