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Child Neurology Residency Program
Training the Next Generation of Pediatric Neurologists
Develop expertise in diverse pediatric neurology care—and prepare for a future of excellence.
Program Overview
The U-M Medical School Department of Pediatrics and Department of Neurology have an integrated five-year training program in Pediatrics and Child Neurology. We offer four categorical positions each year.
For the categorical five-year program, the curriculum includes two years of Pediatrics and subsequently three years of Neurology, which is a blend of one year of Adult Neurology and two years of Child Neurology.
Program Aims
- Train pediatric neurologists to achieve excellence in diverse patient-centered practice
- Provide opportunities and mentorship to develop excellence centered on individual resident interests and career goals with respect to research, medical education, and advocacy
- Provide opportunities and mentorship in a broad range of clinical and educational experiences, so that trainees can make informed fellowship and career decisions and transition smoothly to their subsequent positions
- Graduate skilled, conscientious pediatric neurologists who practice evidence and value-based medicine with ongoing self-directed learning, analyze their own practices for quality improvement, and work to improve patient safety
- Provide an inclusive work environment that promotes personal growth, and provides resources to maintain physician wellness and self-care
How to Apply
Applications are all through the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP). We offer four positions each year for our five-year categorical program.
Our Child Neurology program participates in the NRMP Main Residency Match and in the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS). Applicants must register with both NRMP and ERAS to participate in the services of each.
Applicants need to submit only one application for the categorical program (note that a separate application to the Pediatrics residency is not needed):
- Categorical program code: 1293185C0
Frequently Asked Questions
Our categorical program requirements align with those of our Pediatrics residency. We are committed to holistic review, and do not have a minimum score or grade requirements.
All interviews will be virtual for the 2026-2027 recruitment season. An optional, non-evaluative in-person second look will be offered on February 12, 2027. The program’s rank list will be locked prior to this time without knowledge of planned visits.
Child Neurology Residency Program morning interviews take place from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., and afternoon interviews take place from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Here are the planned interview dates for the 2026-2027 recruitment season (all in Eastern Time):
- Thursday, 10/22/26 AM & PM
- Monday, 11/2/26 PM
- Wednesday, 11/4/26 PM
- Wednesday, 11/11/26 PM
- Thursday, 11/12/26 AM & PM
- Tuesday, 12/1/26 AM
- Wednesday, 12/2/26 PM
- Thursday, 12/10/26 AM & PM
The Pediatrics Residency Program generally holds interviews on Monday afternoons, Wednesday mornings, Thursday mornings and afternoons, and Friday mornings. You can coordinate a single full day of interviews, or interview with each program on a separate half day.
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Salary & Benefits
We offer highly competitive salaries and generous benefits to our residents, fellows, and advanced trainees. Trainee salary will be commensurate with that of a House Officer at an equivalent level of training based on the HOA contract.
Current Residents
The Department of Pediatrics and Department of Neurology at the U-M Medical School are comprised of a diverse and dedicated team. Under the expert guidance of faculty, residents develop skills that equip them to exceed the highest standards of patient care and research.
Recent Graduates
- Joshua Adams, MD, PhD
Nationwide Children’s - Sarah Frankl, MD
Corewell Health - Jill Nulle, MD
Children’s Hospital Colorado
- Neha Agarwal, MD
University of Michigan - Alexandra Gamber, MD
University of Michigan - Megan Friedli, MD
University of Michigan - Erika Steensma, MD
DeVos Children's
- Jonathan Gaillard, MD, MHS
University of Michigan - Daniel Kashima, MD
University of Nebraska Medical Center
- Kaitlyn Cartwright, MD
University of Kentucky - Rachel Sehgal, MD
University of Michigan
- Ishani Kumar, MD
UT Southwestern Medical Center - Rachel Nayak, MD
Private Practice, Springfield, MO - Theresa Estiphan, MD
University of Michigan Health West - Sparrow
- Taryn Surtees, MD
University of Michigan - Namrata Patel, MD, MS
Children's Wisconsin
Program Leadership
Rachel Gottlieb-Smith, MD, MHPE, FAAN, FAAP, FCNS
Medical School
Sarah Dixon, MD
Medical School
Nicole Pariseau, MD
Medical School
Teri Behnke
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