Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Does the Neurology Residency Training Program include a PGY1 year?
No, the PGY1 year (preliminary year) needs to be arranged by the applicant. However, the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center Internal Medicine Program offers a number of preliminary PGY1 spots and our applicants frequently do their first year training here. Applicants who are interested in doing the preliminary year here at DHMC should let us know when contacted to schedule an interview. We will arrange an interview in the Medicine Department during your interview day, and share your ERAS application with their office. It is not necessary to apply to the Medicine program separately. Learn more about the preliminary year at Dartmouth.
Are foreign medical school graduates welcome to apply to the Dartmouth Neurology Residency Training Program?
Yes. We have had many superb residents trained at non-US medical schools, so we encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds. J1 (and in some cases H1B) visas are supported by the GME department at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center. It is strongly recommended that foreign applicants do at least one (1) year of formal training in the U.S. before applying.
Are there minimum USMLE scores required for consideration at the Dartmouth Neurology Residency Training Program?
No – It is required that candidates pass parts I and II prior to beginning their residency.
What are interview dates for prospective residents?
Fridays starting mid-October through the end of January.
Did the Dartmouth Neurology Residency Training Program fill all of its slots in the match last year?
Yes.
Is housing available in the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center area?
Yes. There are many beautiful residential areas around our program, and there are even a number of apartments several blocks away in safe, pleasant neighborhoods.
What is the faculty/resident ratio at Dartmouth Neurology Residency Training Program?
Faculty/resident ratio is a real strength of our program, with 18 full-time faculty members and a number of part-time faculty. Thus the ratio is at least 2:1, and we pride ourselves on the ability to give each resident personal attention and mentoring.
Are ACGME duty hours adhered to scrupulously?
Yes, we are 100% compliant with these guidelines and are even stricter in some situations, in order to assure that our residents are healthy and well-rested.
How successful are graduates of the Dartmouth Neurology Residency Training Program in obtaining fellowships, and practice positions?
Extremely successful. Every graduate of our program over the past 10 years who had a subspecialty interest has had no problem obtaining excellent fellowship position. See "After Residency" page. Those interested in entering the practice of neurology have been highly sought after by communities and group practices in ideal areas.
What are the strengths of the Dartmouth Neurology Residency Training Program?
- Excellent breadth of subspecialty neurological expertise (see Faculty and Research. )
- High Full-time Faculty-to-resident ratio
- Wide variety of clinical exposure due to large catchment area
- Comprehensive didactic program including board review throughout residency
- Beautiful outdoor amenities, great Lifestyle
- Association with Dartmouth College and all that goes along with an Ivy League campus
