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Stereotactic and Functional Fellowship

The Department of Neurological Surgery is proud to offer this CAST-approved Stereotactic and Functional Fellowship commonly known as Neuromodulation.

Overview

Our Stereotactic and Functional Fellowship seeks to train board-certified neurosurgeons with an interest in subspecializing in neuromodulation. The positions are awarded on a competitive basis according to academic credentials and the perceived potential for future excellence. The fellowship includes clinical and research components, which can be individually tailored to suit the fellow’s interests. U.S. graduates may apply for an enfolded fellowship or a postgraduate fellowship. International medical graduates (IMGs) with a strong academic interest and academic track record are welcome to apply. Board certification in neurosurgery in their respective country and fluency in the English language are required.

Program Details

Join our Stereotactic and Functional Fellowship, where you’ll receive cutting-edge clinical training and collaborate on groundbreaking research.
Curriculum
Our stereotactic and functional fellow will train under world-class faculty to diagnose and select patients with epilepsy, pain and movement disorders. The curriculum includes clinical duties as well as the opportunity to explore research projects.
Facilities
Housed inside the Frazier Rehabilitation Institute, our fellows rotate through several leading facilities including UofL Hospital and Jewish Hospital to get hands-on experience from distinguished faculty members.
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Application and Interview Process

The UofL Fellowship in Neuromodulation abides by the current ASSFN agreement: We will interview beginning three years prior to the start of the fellowship and will offer a position two years before the start date (e.g. offers for a fellowship starting July 2027 will be sent in July 2025). The term of the appointment may be one or two years, and additional positions may be available with external funding. Applicants who pass the initial screening will be invited to interview with the program director, Joseph Neimat, along with other faculty directly involved in the fellowship’s curriculum. 

Interested candidates should submit their application materials to our Fellowship Program Coordinator Christie Greene.

Make sure your submission includes:

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Personal Statement

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Current Curriculum Vitae

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At Least Two Letters of Recommendation

Stipends & Benefits