Research Track

The OHSU Department of Neurology is highly engaged in Clinical and Basic Science research, and is committed to training the next generation of neurology researchers.

To further this aim, the OHSU Neurology Residency program offers a flexible research track during residency. Qualified candidates with dedication to an academic research career may apply during their PGY-2 year to enter this program, which blocks 3-6 months across the end of PGY-3 and beginning of PGY-4 years to permit dedicated research experiences. The research block is meant to provide the foundation for applications for mentored research grants such as a K23 or VA Career Development award. The research block is in lieu of other residency elective time. Residents continue continuity clinic and night call (currently about every 10th night) during the research block, but are otherwise free of clinical responsibilities while on the research block.

Clinical Research

Residents interested in clinical research can concurrently apply to participate in the OHSU Human Investigators Program, which provides comprehensive training in clinical research study design, statistical analysis, grant writing, and manuscript writing and presentation.

Laboratory-based Basic Science

Residents interested in laboratory-based basic science can prepare themselves to submit a K08 or similar application during the PGY-4 year.

More information is available upon request.