Multiple Sclerosis Fellowship

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About the Andrew C. Carlos Multiple Sclerosis fellowship

The Andrew C. Carlos Multiple Sclerosis Fellowship at Shepherd Center offers an immersive, one-year program tailored to provide advanced training in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of multiple sclerosis (MS) and related central nervous system (CNS) inflammatory disorders. Each year, a select fellow is offered the opportunity to train with leading specialists in a world-renowned clinical and research setting.

What makes this fellowship unique?

This fellowship goes beyond traditional clinical training by emphasizing a comprehensive, patient-centered approach. Fellows will gain unparalleled experience across multiple dimensions of MS care, from cutting-edge diagnostic techniques to multidisciplinary collaboration. As a fellow, you will receive hands-on training and mentorship in these key areas:

  • Accurate diagnosis: Training in the latest diagnostic tools and techniques to differentiate MS and other CNS inflammatory disorders with precision, ensuring accurate, timely diagnoses.
  • Immunotherapies and symptomatic treatments: In-depth education on the use of immunotherapies and advanced symptom management strategies to improve patient outcomes and quality of life.
  • Holistic, comprehensive rehabilitation: Exposure to Shepherd Center’s integrated rehabilitation model, emphasizing a multidisciplinary approach to maximize functional recovery and quality of life for MS patients.
  • Collaborative multidisciplinary rounds: Active participation in biweekly rounds with neurologists, rehabilitation specialists, psychologists, and other healthcare providers to foster a collaborative, patient-centered care environment.
  • Inpatient consults and patient care: Hands-on experience with inpatient consults, where you will apply your clinical knowledge in real-world, acute rehabilitation settings, ensuring you gain a well-rounded understanding of MS care from diagnosis to recovery.

Fellowship goals

This 12-month fellowship is designed to provide comprehensive training in the diagnosis, immunotherapy management, and symptomatic treatment of multiple sclerosis, equipping you with the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary to excel in the field of multiple sclerosis care and research.

Fellowship structure and learning experiences

The fellowship provides a well-rounded training experience that includes clinical, didactic, and research components. As a fellow, you will gain expertise in comprehensive rehabilitation, participate in biweekly multidisciplinary rounds, and engage in inpatient consults within the acute rehabilitation setting. Additionally, the program offers robust opportunities for involvement in clinical research, including both pharmaceutical-initiated and investigator-initiated studies, allowing you to contribute to advancing the field of MS care and rehabilitation.

The fellowship offers a robust didactic curriculum that will expand your knowledge and skills in neurology. Didactic opportunities may include conferences, seminars, courses, or experiential training.

Supervision is provided in all aspects of the fellow’s clinical, research, and teaching activities. While each clinical rotation has a primary supervisor, day-to-day supervisory responsibility is rotated among the faculty to expose you to different expertise and professional styles.

Additional informal supervision regularly occurs as the fellow manages the demands of clinical services. The fellow receives supervision on case presentations, performance in team meetings and seminars, consultative/supervisory work, writing skills, and overall professional conduct. Supervisory sessions also address professional development, career planning, and interviewing skills.

Shepherd Center is deeply committed to training future neurologists using a culturally competent framework and fostering an environment that is highly sensitive to and appreciative of all aspects of diversity.

We believe that increased self-awareness and appreciation for other viewpoints and cultures make neurologists more effective practitioners, scientists, supervisors, and teachers. For this reason, sensitivity to individual differences and cultural humility are integral aspects of our training philosophy.

Our objective is to provide fellows with the awareness, knowledge, and skills to provide clinical services across cultures and diverse settings. Training is focused on integrating diversity-related knowledge into clinical services. A specific emphasis is placed on incorporating diversity-related concepts and knowledge into evidence-based assessment and intervention practices.

Multiple sclerosis fellowship application requirements

We offer one 12-month fellowship position for applicants who wish to become competent neurologists operating within multidisciplinary teams, providing assessment and treatment while engaging in research.

Multiple Sclerosis Fellowship Application

Be part of an inclusive, connected culture that encourages both professional growth and personal enrichment every step of the way

As a key member of Shepherd Center’s interdisciplinary treatment team, you’ll gain hands-on experience consulting with medical staff, healthcare teams, families, administrative systems, and individual with multiple sclerosis and central nervous system disorders, all focused on neuroimmunology disorders. Your training will be customized to align with your specific interests and goals, ensuring a tailored experience. As a fellow at Shepherd Center, you’ll join a supportive community committed to your growth and success every step of the way.

Graduate Medical Education Experience at Shepherd
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Fellows will have a comprehensive understanding of the diverse needs of individuals with multiple sclerosis, from clinical care to physical rehabilitation, experimental therapies, and long-term wellness.

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 of Multiple Sclerosis Fellowship

Expert mentors guiding your path to clinical excellence and compassionate care

You’ll be mentored by expert faculty and our program director who are leaders in neurology. Our team combines years of experience with a commitment to guiding you toward clinical excellence and compassionate care. Through hands-on training and personalized feedback, you’ll learn directly from those shaping the field, preparing you to become a leader in multiple sclerosis care.

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