Director's Letter
John LaWall, MD
Associate Professor of Neurology
Dear Interested Candidate,
Thank you for your interest in the University of Arizona/UPHK Graduate Medical Education Consortium Neurology Residency Program in Tucson! This is an exciting time for clinical neurology and the neurosciences. Congratulations on your decision to pursue a career in one of the most rewarding fields in medicine.
We are proud to say that we provide a nurturing environment to our trainees and impart the science and art of neurology to them in a highly growth and believe that mentorship is crucial in assisting each of our trainees to achieve professional and personal success.
We are an ACGME-accredited categorical program offering PGY-1 through PGY-4 neurology residency positions. Our department is deeply committed to an educational environment combining strong clinical teaching in neurology with opportunities for interdisciplinary research. Our faculty members are highly approachable, friendly, enjoy teaching and provide exceptional patient care amidst an informal teaching atmosphere. Formal teaching is a priority and includes didactic lectures and clinical conferences. During your neurology residency you will be exposed to a large and diverse patient population, a broad educational experience, and a robust academic environment that encourages research. During the PGY-3 and PGY-4 years, residents are given the opportunity to develop their clinical judgment and make independent decisions with close guidance from neurology faculty. When you graduate you will be well equipped to advance to both private practice and academic careers.
For individuals seeking top-class neurology training through close clinical supervision and structured didactics in an informal environment in an easy-to-live city in the beautiful desert southwest, the UA/UPHK GMEC Neurology Residency Program in Tucson is an excellent choice. Our graduates will be outstanding clinicians ready to practice or go on to fellowship training. We invite you to research our program on this web-site, and welcome you to apply!
Sincerely,
John S. LaWall, MD
Director, Neurology Residency Program
University of Arizona/UPHK GME Consortium
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