Neurologist
Physicians & Surgeons
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, and muscles. They evaluate patients with conditions such as stroke, epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, and headaches through neurological examinations and diagnostic testing, developing treatment plans for acute and chronic neurological conditions.
Working conditions
These physicians typically work in hospitals, neurology clinics, or private practices where they conduct neurological consultations and examinations. Work involves outpatient clinics, hospital consultations, and sometimes specialized testing facilities for procedures like electroencephalograms (EEGs) and electromyography (EMG), often with on-call responsibilities for neurological emergencies.
Academic requirements
This occupation requires a medical degree (MD or DO), completion of a 3-year internal medicine or neurology residency, followed by an additional 1-year neurology residency (total 4 years post-medical school). State medical licensure and board certification in neurology through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology are required.
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Typical salary range
$145K - 239K
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Years Higher Education
12
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Job Outlook
Good