Neuroradiology
DIRECTOR: Patricia Hudgins, MD, FACR, Professor of Radiology/Otolaryngology
TRAINING: Previous fellows universally describe the year as educational, exciting and enjoyable. The Neuroradiology faculty is exceptionally energetic, knowledgeable, and experienced, as this is one of the largest, successful Neuroradiology fellowships in the US. The pass rate for Subspecialization Testing (previously termed Certificate of Added Qualification) is 100%.
FACULTY: The division's faculty includes 14 subspecialty certified Neuroradiologists who work closely with a separate clinical division with 3 Interventional Neuroradiologists.
FACILITIES:
- Emory University Hospital (EUH), a 579 bed tertiary care referral hospital
- Grady Memorial Hospital (GMH), a 953 bed level 1 trauma center and stroke center
- Children's Hospital of Atlanta (CHOA), Egleston, a 250 bed dedicated pediatric hospital
- Emory University Hospital Midtown (EUHM), a 447 bed hospital
- Emory University Orthopedics and Spine Hospital (EUOSH), an 120 bed orthopedic hospital
- Emory Executive Park (EP), an outpatient orthopedic facility
IMAGING EQUIPMENT: Clinical imaging equipment includes state-of-the-art biplane neuroradiological angiographic suites, myelographic facilities, and numerous scanners for ultrasound, PET-CT, multi-detector and dual-source CT, and MRI (1.5-T and 3.0-T), as well as a dedicated interventional MRI suite.
RESEARCH: In addition to clinical research, complete animal laboratory facilities are available. Trainees are encouraged to participate in projects of their own or those of the faculty. Research facilities include 3.0-T research MRI scanners, animal research MRI, and micro PET-CT scanners .
IMPORTANT DATES FOR FELLOWSHIP MATCH:
| February 21, 2012 | Interviews Begin |
| March 7, 2012 | Match Opens |
| May 9, 2012 | Rank Order List Entry Opens |
| May 20, 2012 | Interviews End |
| May 23, 2012 | Program Quota Change/Withdrawal deadline |
| June 6, 2012 | Rank Order List Certification Deadline |
| June 20, 2012 | Match Day |
ELIGIBILITY: The fellowship is available to individuals who have completed an accredited residency in Diagnostic Radiology, or its equivalent.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Please register for the NRMP match from the NRMP website; we adhere to the NRMP match guidelines.
The following application materials are required:
1. A completed application form. Click here to download.
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Personal statement (Why Neuroradiology? What are your goals for the fellowship year?)
4. Copies of USMLE 1, 2 and 3 scores
5. Copy of ABR scores(s) (actual scores)
6. Copy of medical school diploma
7. Copy of ECFMG certificate (if applicable)
8. Three (3) letters of reference
9. Photograph
SALARY & BENEFITS: The current (2011-2012) salary for the first year of fellowship (PGY-6) is $57,748.
Fellows are covered by health and dental insurance programs. Professional malpractice insurance coverage is provided. There are 3 weeks (15 days) of paid vacation time allotted. Meeting time and money for travel expenses are provided for attendance at a major medical meeting with a $1,500/year educational allowance.
CONFERENCES:
Conferences are weekly unless otherwise stated.
| Monday | 12:15 - 1:15 pm Neuro-immunology Conference (biweekly) |
| 12:00 - 1:00 pm Grady ENT Tumor Board (biweekly) | |
| Tuesday | 6:30 - 8:00 am ENT Tumor Board |
| 9:00 - 10:00 am Epilepsy Conference | |
| 1:00 - 2:00 pm Adult Brain Tumor | |
| 5:30 - 6:30 pm Combined ENT/Neuroradiology Conference (monthly) | |
| 6:00 - 8:00 pm Complex Spine Case Orthopedic Conference (monthly) | |
| Wednesday | 7:00 - 8:00 am Interdisciplinary Stroke Conference |
| 7:30 - 8:30 am Department of Radiology Grand Rounds | |
| 7:00 - 8:00 am Pediatric ENT Conference (monthly) | |
| 12:00 - 1:00 pm Pediatric Neuro-oncology Conference (biweekly) | |
| 5:30 - 6:30 pm Fellows' Teaching Conference | |
| Thursday | 12:30 - 1:30 pm Pediatric Brain Tumor Conference |
| 12:15 - 1:15 pm Grady Neurology/Neuroradiology Conference | |
| 12:30 - 1:30 pm Interdisciplinary Pediatric Neuro-oncology Conference | |
| Friday | 8:00 - 9:00 am Fellows' Conference |
| 9:00 - 10:00 am Neuro-ophthalmology Conference (monthly) | |
| 12:00 - 1:00 pm Pediatric Neurology/Neuroradiology Conference | |
| 1:00 - 2:00 pm Pediatric Neuro-ophthalmology Conference (monthly) |
CLINICAL ROTATIONS:
EUH Neuroradiology. The rotation consists primarily of inpatient and outpatient CT and MRI examinations, including a high volume of examinations for primary and metastatic brain tumors, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, cerebrovascular disease, neurodegenerative conditions, pituitary disorders, vascular malformations/aneurysms, and degenerative, inflammatory, and neoplastic diseases of the spine. State-of-the-art advanced MR imaging techniques are incorporated routinely into the daily workflow including DSC MR perfusion, DTI, MR spectroscopy, fMRI, SWI, time-resolved MRA, and MR myelography/cisternography. Fellows also gain experience with fluoroscopic-guided lumbar punctures and CT-guided epidural blood patches.
Head and Neck Imaging. The head and Neck radiology service draws from of imaging studies performed at EUH, the Winship Cancer Institute (WCI), and EUHM. The service supports otolaryngology, ophthalmology, oral surgery, radiation oncology, and medical oncology services for a high volume and variety of CT, MRI, and PET-CT examinations. Fellows also gain experience with biopsies in the head and neck performed using CT and ultrasound guidance.
Egleston Pediatric Neuroradiology. This rotation is based at Egleston hospital, part of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta (CHOA). There are a wide variety of CT and MRI examinations performed for pediatric brain, spine, and head and neck imaging. Advanced MRI imaging techniques are also incorporated into the daily workflow.
Grady Neuroradiology. The Grady rotation incorporates an extremely high number of cases of head and spine trauma, acute stroke imaging including CTA/CTP, neuroimaging of HIV, as well as CT and MRI of a variety of conditions including cerebrovascular disease, degenerative disease of the spine, and head and neck cancer. Fellows gain experience in fluoroscopic-guided lumbar puncture, CT myelography, and CT-guided biopsies.
EUH Neuroangiography. The rotation consists of participation in diagnostic neuroangiography and interpretation of CT angiography studies. The service has an extremely high volume of cases for subarachnoid hemorrhage, and performs endovascular treatment of cerebral aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations, and for acute stroke.
EUHM Neuroradiology. This rotation involves many of the same spectrum of inpatient and outpatient cases from the EUH Neuroradiology rotation, including a large population of cerebrovascular disease and degenerative spine cases. There is a busy CT myelography and fluoroscopic-guided lumbar puncture service on this rotation.
Additionally, fellows have academic/elective time provided for research, additional involvement in neuropathology, spine pain procedures, or other individual educational activities.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Patricia A. Hudgins, M.D., F.A.C.R.
Neuroradiology Fellowship Program Director
Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences
Emory University Hospital, BG-20
1364 Clifton Road, NE
Atlanta, GA 30322
Phone: (404) 712-4583
Fax: (404) 712-7957
Email: phudgin@emory.edu
Francine L. Hollowell
Neuroradiology Fellowship Coordinator
Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences
Emory University Hospital, BG-20
1364 Clifton Road, NE
Atlanta, GA 30322
Phone: (404) 712-4583
Fax: (404) 712-7957
Email: fhollow@emory.edu
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