Andrew C. Carlos Multiple Sclerosis Fellowship
About the Andrew C. Carlos Multiple Sclerosis Fellowship
The Andrew C. Carlos MS Fellowship at Shepherd Center offers a comprehensive one-year fellowship program designed to provide advanced training in the diagnosis and management of multiple sclerosis and related central nervous system (CNS) inflammatory disorders. Each year, one fellow is selected for this program.
The fellowship curriculum emphasizes:
- Accurate Diagnosis: Training in the latest diagnostic techniques to identify MS and related CNS inflammatory disorders.
- Immunotherapies and Symptomatic Treatments: Education on the appropriate use of immunotherapies and the management of symptoms associated with MS.
- Comprehensive Rehabilitation: Integration of a holistic approach to rehabilitation, focusing on improving patients' quality of life.
- Multidisciplinary Rounds: Participation in biweekly rounds involving various specialists to ensure a collaborative approach to patient care.
- Inpatient Consults: Hands-on experience with inpatient consults from acute rehabilitation settings, providing a broad exposure to patient care.
Additionally, the fellowship offers ample opportunities for involvement in clinical research, including both pharmaceutical-initiated and investigator-initiated studies. This program is designed to equip fellows with the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary to excel in the field of multiple sclerosis care and research.
Why Train at Shepherd
In more than four decades, Shepherd Center has grown into a world-renowned, 152-bed hospital that treats more than 8,000 patients annually across our inpatient, outpatient, and day programs. Recognized as Model Systems for both Spinal Cord Injury and Traumatic Brain Injury, Shepherd is part of an elite group of hospitals driven to provide extraordinary care. Some things that make us a top training facility include:
Get to Know Shepherd Center
Based in Atlanta, Georgia, Shepherd Center is a private, not-for-profit hospital providing world-class clinical care, research, and family support for people experiencing the most complex conditions, including spinal cord and brain injuries, multi-trauma, traumatic amputations, stroke, multiple sclerosis, and pain. Recognized as both a Spinal Cord Injury and Traumatic Brain Injury Model System, Shepherd Center is ranked by U.S. News as one of the nation’s top hospitals for rehabilitation. Shepherd Center treats thousands of patients annually with unmatched expertise and unwavering compassion to help them begin again.
The comprehensive care we provide to our patients is remarkable and will provide fellows with the knowledge and experience to make a positive impact in the lives of patients and their families.
Jacqueline Rosenthal, M.D.
Program Director
Meet Our Multiple Sclerosis Fellowship Faculty
As a fellow, you'll be part of a dynamic team of experts who are passionate about training future colleagues.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, fellows will receive an annual stipend at the PGY-5 level/rate.
Each fellow recieves 15 days per academic year.
The policy allows for up to 12 weeks in accordance with FMLA.