Neuroradiology Fellowship

The Neuroradiology Fellowship Program at Rush University Medical Center offers a comprehensive, ACGME-accredited subspecialty training in diagnostic neuroradiology. This is a one-year accredited training program, however a second year is also offered based on interest and availability under the title of Advanced Neuroradiology. In this program, the fellows gain extensive experience interpreting complex brain, spine, head and neck, and cerebrovascular imaging studies while working alongside the expert faculty. 

With access to advanced imaging technologies, multidisciplinary clinical collaboration, and a strong academic environment, the program prepares graduates to become leaders in clinical practice, education, and research. The fellowship offers four first-year and two second-year positions and provides exposure to a high-volume tertiary referral center practice.

Program Highlights

• ACGME-accredited one-year program; second year when there is interest and availability
• Training in CT, MRI, PET, radiography, and advanced neuroimaging techniques
• Dedicated experience in functional MRI, perfusion imaging, MR spectroscopy, and fetal MRI
• Hands-on procedural training including myelography, spine injections, biopsies, and image-guided interventions
• Close mentorship from fellowship-trained neuroradiologists with diverse subspecialty expertise
• Participation in multidisciplinary conferences and collaborative patient care teams
• Opportunities for scholarly activity, presentations, and publication support through endowed fellowship resources 
   

Clinical Training 

The fellowship provides immersive clinical experience across all areas of neuroradiology. Fellows develop expertise in the interpretation of:

• Brain MRI and CT
• Spine imaging
• Head and neck imaging
• Cerebrovascular imaging
• Emergency and trauma neuroradiology
• Neuro-oncology imaging
• Advanced functional and physiologic imaging 

Training occurs in a high-volume academic environment equipped with state-of-the-art MRI and CT technology. Fellows progressively assume greater responsibility while working directly with faculty and clinical teams, fostering both independence and diagnostic excellence. 
 

Multidisciplinary Conferences 

A hallmark of the Rush fellowship experience is active participation in multidisciplinary conferences that integrate imaging with patient management. Fellows regularly collaborate with specialists at the:

• Neuro-oncology tumor board
• Head-neck tumor board
• Spine tumor board
• Thyroid tumor board
• Epilepsy conference

These conferences provide valuable opportunities to discuss complex cases, understand treatment decision-making, and strengthen communication skills as imaging consultants within the broader neuroscience community. 
 

Didactics, Research and Teaching

• Weekly case conference
• Weekly dedicated neuroradiology lecture series
• Monthly journal club
• Monthly M&M club (Morbidity-Mortality) 

Research is encouraged and administrative support available. Fellows are expected to complete a scholarly project. Fellows teach residents and medical students through clinical work and didactics. 
 

Application Information

Eligibility

Applicants must have completed a diagnostic radiology residency program, and have board certification or board eligibility in Diagnostic Radiology.

Applicants must also be eligible for medical licensure in the State of Illinois. 

How to Apply

Applications are accepted through ERAS. Interviews will be held between January and March.