We receive many applications and conduct a holistic review of each applicant in collaboration with our pediatric partner programs. This process is time intensive. While we expect to release our first interview invitations on the Universal Offer date of October 10 and will not release more invitations than interview spots available, a substantial portion of interview invitations are likely to be sent after October 10. The timing of an interview invitation does not reflect an applicant’s priority.

Welcome!

Hello from Boston! We’re Miya and Liz, the program directors of the Child Neurology and Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Training Programs at Boston Children’s Hospital, and we are so glad you are here to learn more about our programs.

As the pediatric teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School, Boston Children’s is committed first and foremost to providing the very best clinical training in child neurology and neurodevelopmental disabilities. We provide an unparalleled breadth and depth of exposure to subspecialties in child neurology, and serve one of the world’s most diverse patient populations, ranging frombetween the communities who make Boston their home to and the families from all over the world who seek out our expertise. At the same time we emphasize close relationships with faculty and the ability to hone your skills alongside seasoned clinicians who are devoted to your education. We also offer unique opportunities to engage in basic, clinical, and translational neuroscience as well as health equity and advocacy work, quality improvement, teaching, and global health through the Pathways you’ll read more about. 

Between our two sister programs we recruit eight residents per year, seeking to assemble a class of talented people with diverse interests and backgrounds who are united by their love for children and families, their passion for neuroscience, and their commitment to advancing the field as leaders in their chosen area. We choose our residents carefully, based not only on their academic credentials, but also on their human qualities. We pride ourselves on our programs’ environment of mutual support, camaraderie, and collaboration – our residents truly enjoy spending time together, in and out of the hospital, and many of our graduates report that it was the people in our program who made their years in training most worthwhile. We also seek to embrace our residents as people, supporting them as they grow and care for their families, navigate illness or disability, pursue personal interests, or whatever else comes along during their residency journey. The size of our program allows us to be flexible in customizing training to individual needs. 

The Child Neurology and Neurodevelopmental Disabilities programs are closely intertwined, and share resources and educational opportunities across both programs. We encourage you to read more about each training program. Some applicants apply to both depending on their interests. Feel free to reach out to us if you want to learn more. 

Are you ready to be a future leader in child neurology and neurodevelopmental disabilities? We look forward to meeting you. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to either one of us if you have any questions.

About us

Breadth. Depth. Variety. Collaboration. Mentorship. Opportunity. These are a few words we hear again and again from our current and former child neurology and neurodevelopmental disabilities residents. Each year eight new pediatric neurology residents come to Boston Children’s Hospital to become the child neurology and neurodevelopmental disabilities specialists of tomorrow.

Learn how to apply.

Mission statement

The Child Neurology Residency Training Program at Boston Children’s Hospital is sponsored by the Department of Neurology. We intend to train individuals to be the next generation of diverse leaders in the field of child neurology, who will advance it through education and research. The program provides broad and deep clinical training experiences, and encourages research and inquiry at levels ranging from an individual patient to larger systems. We train individuals who are exceptional in their medical care and knowledge, manifest professionalism and integrity in all their work, promote health equity, and are compassionate and empathic in the care of the families and children entrusted to them.

The pediatric neurology residency program at a glance

The three-year Child Neurology Residency Training Program at Boston Children’s Hospital provides rigorous medical training that applies the latest technology and digital innovations across a broad spectrum of subspecialties and patient care.

Supported through steadfast mentorship and structured career development, residents are well-positioned to receive National Institutes of Health funding and other grants, and to publish their work in high-impact journals.

The Department of Neurology accepts eight new residents into its training program each year, including seven child neurology trainees and one neurodevelopmental disabilities trainee. Please see our how to apply section for full details on this year’s application process.

Why do pediatric neurology residents train at Boston Children’s Hospital?

• close-knit residency program with frequent social events and activities
• collegial, family friendly training environment
• unparalleled research opportunities
• career development tracks in research, medical education, global health, health policy
• collaboration with outstanding co-residents, attendings, advanced practitioners, and nurses
• subspecialty training across outpatient, inpatient, and intensive care settings
• diverse patient population from across the world
• daily educational conferences
• international rotation opportunities
• cutting-edge research facilities
• digital tools — personal tablet devices, shared wiki and resources
• interpersonal skills practice with trained actors

For questions about the Child Neurology Residency Training Program, please contact Stephanie Hansbury, program manager, at stephanie.hansbury@childrens.harvard.edu or 617-355-7819.

Medical student rotations in Child Neurology must be arranged through the HMS Registrar External Clerkship Program. Please also contact Elizabeth Barkoudah, MD, for neurodevelopmental disabilities to notify her of your interest in a rotation. Medical students from backgrounds traditionally underrepresented in medicine are especially encouraged to apply and to also consider the Harvard Medical School Visiting Clerkship Program.