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Academic Neurologist – Movement Disorders Clinician
Worcester, MA
The Department of Neurology at the University of Massachusetts Medical School (UMMS) is recruiting an Academic Movement Disorders clinician. This individual will have the opportunity to be a part of patient-centered comprehensive Movement Disorders program with an established and collegial movement disorders group consisting of 4 MDs and an NP who specializes in DBS programming. The clinician will have the option of participating in DBS planning during monthly interdisciplinary meetings with neurosurgery and neuropsychology, DBS programming and injecting in botulinum toxin clinic. There is opportunity to work with trainees and medical students throughout the year both in inpatient and outpatient settings. Candidates must hold M.D. or D.O. degree. Fellowship training in movement disorders is required.
This position entails a faculty appointment at UMMS, which affords exceptional opportunities for professional development and promotion, and membership in the medical staff at the UMass Memorial Medical Center, a large, integrated health system (UMMHC). UMMS and UMMHC combine top-flight clinical care with world-class research. UMMS has numerous cutting-edge research programs in RNA biology, gene expression control and human gene therapy, quantitative health sciences and outcomes research, as well as a translational program supported by a Clinical Translational Science Award (CTSA). The Neurology Department is committed to integrating the outstanding academic and clinical programs through multiple activities including teaching, comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services, an active neuroICU, and a large referral base throughout New England.
Centrally located Worcester is just miles from Boston, Providence, and Cape Cod with a short ride to the scenic Berkshire and Wachusett Mountains. The diverse city of Worcester has nine colleges and universities including the University of Massachusetts Medical School, that overlooks the beautiful panoramic views of Lake Quinsigamond. As the second largest city in New England, it has powered a rise of booming technology, research, manufacturing and healthcare industries. Worcester is also home to the Hanover Theatre for Performing Arts, Worcester Art Museum and the family-friendly Ecotarium.
To apply in confidence, applicants should submit a letter of interest and curriculum vitae addressed to:
Brian Silver, MD
Professor & Interim Chair, Neurology
University of Massachusetts Medical School
UMass Memorial Medical Center
c/o: Adriana Dietlin, Physician Recruiter
Adriana.Dietlin@umassmemorial.org
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