Neuropathology Fellowship
Description:
This accredited program provides up to two years of training in neuropathology, with the aim of Board certification and preparation for a career in academic neuropathology. Under supervision, trainees are responsible for primary diagnosis of all neurosurgical, muscle and nerve biopsies, as well as the brain, spinal cord, nerve, and muscle removed at autopsy. Trainees participate in daily sign-out of cases and in brain-cutting conferences held twice weekly, and the weekly neurosurgical pathology and neuropathology CPC conferences. They are expected to participate in continuing or original research activities and will train in immunocytochemical, electron microscopic, enzyme histochemical and molecular biological techniques used in neuropathology. Opportunities for research are enriched by the broad clinical and investigative interactions between the Unit and the Departments of Neurology, Neurosurgery, Neuroscience and the McKnight Brain Institute. Participation in medical student and housestaff teaching is expected.
Applicant Requirements:
Two years of accredited anatomic pathology residency are required, and candidates must meet the application requirements described in the main Directory entry of the University of Florida.
For International Medical Graduates:
- We require that all IMG applicants have valid ECFMG certificates.
- The University of Florida supports J1 visas but does not support H1B visas.
Date of Next Available Position:
July 1, 2008
Benefits:
The appointment is for one year subject to renewal for a second year. Salary commensurate with level of training. For more information, click here.
Faculty:
Thomas A. Eskin, MD, Director; Anthony T. Yachnis, MD, Associate Professor and Chief.
Applications:
Applications and interviews are completed before January 1. Appointment begins July 1. Completed application packets include:
- National Standard Application (CAP)
- Personal statement of interest
- Curriculum Vitae
- Three letters of recommendation (to the fellowship director)
Send completed packets to:
Thomas Eskin, MD
Director Neuropathology Fellowship Program
University of Florida College of Medicine
Department of Pathology, Immunology & Laboratory Medicine
PO Box 100275
Gainesville, Florida 32610-0275
Senior Secretary:
Margo Kramer
Phone (352) 265-0238
Fax (352) 265-0437