Behavioral Neurology and Neuropsychiatry Fellowship
Behavioral Neurology
The field of behavioral neurology constitutes a distinctive subspecialty within neurology, concentrating on the clinical and pathological intricacies of higher mental functions.
These encompass cognition, affective responses and behavioral facets of brain activity. Behavioral neurologists undertake the crucial tasks of diagnosing, managing and conducting research on neurological disease, pertaining to intellectual disorders, including but not limited to memory, language, executive function and behavior.
This specialized domain rests upon a robust framework grounded in functional neuroanatomy/imaging, neuropsychology, cognitive neuroscience and neuropathology. Augmenting this foundation is an extensive understanding of epidemiology, nosology, genetics, pathophysiology and molecular biology.
The realm of behavioral neurology is concerned with both diffuse and focal brain conditions that impact higher mental functions.
This paramount role encompasses the diagnosis and treatment of various cognitive impairments, notably including Alzheimer’s disease.
As our awareness grows regarding the prevalence and significance of such cognitive ailments, coupled with the recent advancements in disease modifying therapies and exciting diagnostic modalities, a pressing scarcity of proficient behavioral neurology experts is anticipated.
Program highlights
- Faculty status: Faculty development position
- Program length: 1 to 2 years
- Fellowship salaries are funded by the Biggs Institute
- World-class facilities dedicated to the study and treatment of neurodegeneration
About our program
We offer both one- and two-year fellowships.
The one-year program is designed to train exemplary clinicians with skills applicable to the entire neurological disease spectrum.
The two-year program applicants can choose from leadership, education or a research track.
We extend an earnest invitation to individuals driven by a passion for advancing the frontiers of behavioral neurology to consider joining our distinguished community at the Biggs Institute.
Your involvement can play a pivotal role in shaping the future of this dynamic and indispensable field.
Curriculum
