Medical Officers' Careers Guide: Neurology

Description

Neurologists are clinicians who deal with disorders ranging from diseases of muscle to disorders of cognitive function and behaviour, using clinical tools ranging from molecular biology through electrophysiology to functional neuroimaging. [ANZAN]

Entry requirements to Training Program

• Completion of three (3) years Basic Physician Training [BPT] as well as the written and clinical examinations
• Selection of Advanced Trainees is a centralised ‘matching’ process for available positions in Queensland and is based on your Curriculum Vitae and an Interview

Overview of Training Program

Three (3) years of advanced training:

• Two (2) years core training in clinical neurology with responsibility for patient care
• One (1) year elective

Rotations are for twelve (12) months.

How to improve your chances of selection

• Research
• Neurology rotations

Australia has an under supply of practising neurologists per head of population and, in addition, the current workforce is showing a strong trend in favour of part time employment.  The result is plenty of work available for specialists.

Becoming more competitive for advanced training positions: there are 7 core training positions in Queensland [2 positions at Royal Brisbane Womens Hospital, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Gold Coast Hospital and 1 position at Townsville Hospital] with 2 or 3 new appointees each year.  In 2013, there were 9 applicants.

• Quality Basic Training & exam preparation
• Consistently high pass rate for both MCQs and clinical exams [average of 75%]
• Strong reputation for friendly & support atmosphere
• Dedicated Stroke team

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Medical Education Unit
Email:   TPCH-Medical-Education@health.qld.gov.au
Phone: 3139 4221

Editor:  Dr Andrew Wong, Director Neurology and Stroke

Reviewed: March 2018