Neuroimmunology and Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Fellowship

Interview Updates

For the 2022-2023 application cycle, all Department of Neurology fellowship programs at MCW will be conducting virtual interviews due to the ongoing COVID-19 global pandemic.

Welcome from the Program Director, Ahmed Obeidat, MD, PhD

Thank you for your interest in the neuroimmunology and multiple sclerosis (MS) fellowship program at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW). Our program spans 1-2 years of clinical training tailored to the fellow's career goals. We provide extensive training in diagnosing and managing MS and closely related disorders, e.g., neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders. Further, our fellows get the chance to diagnose and treat various autoimmune conditions affecting the central nervous system, e.g., autoimmune encephalitis. We also provide training in clinical trial operation and academic neuroimmunology teaching skills. Our team comprises several fellowship-trained neuroimmunology and MS specialists, advanced practice providers, clinical pharmacist, MS-certified nurses, and a team of clinical research staff. Our team cares for thousands of people living with MS and related disorders; the National MS Society designates us as a center of comprehensive care and a partner in MS care. We are also a member of the Consortium of MS Centers. We thank you for your interest and look forward to receiving your application.

Program Overview

For the academic year 2022-2023 application cycle, all Department of Neurology fellowship programs at MCW will be conducting virtual interviews for all fellowship positions per recommendations from the CDC and the ACGME due to the COVID-19 global pandemic. MCW, in accordance with the CDC and ACGME, will provide updated information as it becomes available. The Neuroimmunology and Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Fellowship is designed to increase the workforce of the future in the field of neuroimmunology and MS. Our candidates are neurologists looking for a career in patient care and clinical research in neuroimmunology. This one- to two-year program is tailored to the interest of the fellow. The one-year clinical program will best prepare our trainee for a career in clinical neuroimmunology (academic or non-academic) while the two-year program will best suit a career of a clinician-scientist in neuroimmunology and MS research.

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Highlights

Applicants submit applications directly the Program Coordinator and all applications are reviewed by the department.
Fellows are not required to secure their own funding
1-2 year(s) of clinical and clinical research training
Encouraged to present clinical studies at conferences and publish articles during fellowship
Multidisciplinary care is key concept in our training program

Application

Applications and application materials can be sent to our program coordinator at neurofellowships@mcw.edu.

Applications should include:

Application (PDF)
CV
Three letters of recommendation
USMLE or COMLEX scores
Medical School Transcript
Personal Statement
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The fellow experience is personalized, and rotations are available in physical medicine and rehabilitation, neuro-ophthalmology, urology, neuropsychology, radiology, and rheumatology. We follow the national consensus curriculum, which we have contributed to its development.

Our fellowship graduates went on to successful careers in neuroimmunology and MS, whether in academia, private, or community practice. Our program prepares you for a successful career in the exciting field of MS and related disorders.

Throughout this program, you’ll have the opportunity to work with a diverse set of faculty members. Learn more about our Adult Neurology MS/Neuroimmunology Team.

Contact Us

Neuroimmunology Fellowship
Department of Neurology
8701 Watertown Plank Rd.
Milwaukee, WI 53226
(414) 955-0643

Ahmed Obeidat, MD, PhD
Associate Professor, Neurology
Program Director
aobeidat@mcw.edu

Sarah Chidester, MSW
Program Coordinator
Neurofellowships@mcw.edu