Department of Neurology

Quick Facts


  • Categorical 4-year program (internal medicine internship + three years of neurology residency)
  • Three Adult Neurology residents matched per year (a total of 12 residents)
  • Four clinical sites provide a broad exposure to neurology in different clinical environments
    • Saint Luke’s Hospital of Kansas City
    • Truman Medical Center
    • Research Medical Center
    • Children’s Mercy Hospital Kansas City
  • Each resident will receive funds for educational expenses
  • Each resident will have four-and-a-half elective months to explore personalized interests
  • Residents have access to UMKC resources including library services, statistical consultation, research assistance, among many others (https://www.med.umkc.edu/)
  • The program can sponsor J1, but in accordance with UMKC School of Medicine Policy we do not have the ability to sponsor H1B visas
  • Located in the heart of Kansas City near many restaurants, bars, parks, and other activities (visitKC.com)
  • A collegial atmosphere fostered by regular social get-togethers