Neurology is a field that deals with disorders of the nervous systems, which includes the brain, spinal chord, nerves, and in some cases, the musculoskeletal system. Neurologists treat a number of diseases and disorders including headaches, epilepsy, and other disorders with neurological manifestations, such as dementia and genetic disorders. Physicians in the field of neurology may be neurologists, neurosurgeons, neuroradiologists, pediatric neurologists, or clinical neurophysiologists. Advanced medical training is required in order to practice in the field of neurology.

Neurology Training, Certification and License Requirements

Neurologists must train as a physician before beginning advanced training as a neurologist. Upon completion of medical school, physicians may begin hospital residency specializing in neurology. Training takes typically up to twelve years to complete, with additional methods to further sub-specialize in surgery, pediatrics, or physiology. There is a lot of overlap of neurology with other medical fields such as internal medicine, psychiatry, or radiology, thus training may include additional fields.

All physicians are required to become board certified in their primary field of specialty. Board certification is given by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) to physicians who have satisfied all educational requirements and successfully completed examinations. The board also makes the decision if a candidate has received adequate training and education to practice medicine. For those who specialize in other field such as pediatrics or radiology may be subject to subsequent examination and licensure.

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Neurology Training and Degree Programs

Specialists in neurology attend four years of medical school before continuing for six to eight years of advanced training in neurology. Advanced training consists of a hospital residency which trains the physician in the diagnosis, management, and treatment of numerous neurological diseases and disorders including epilepsies, headaches and migraines, movement disorders, spinal chord disorders, and genetic disorders with neurological manifestations (which is usually the case).

Neurologists may gain extra training in sub-fields such as sleep disorders, multiple sclerosis, or neurodegenitive disorders such as Alzheimer’s. Neurosurgeons must also take additional training to become licensed as a surgeon, while there are some joint residency programs for other specialties such as Psychiatry/Neurology or Neurology/Diagnostic Radiology. Those who specialize in psychiatry are trained in the neuro-chemical mechanisms involved in psychiatric disorders such as bipolar disorder or schizophrenia. Those who specialize in radiology are trained in the extensive use of imaging techniques such as MRI or CT scans to diagnose neurological disorders. During training, specialists must take exams to test knowledge and judgment of treatment and procedures as well as the ability to provide superior care. Upon completion of residency, neurologists are also eligible to take a fellowship for further training for a subspecialty in a neurological field such as clinical neurophysiology, pain management, or neurodevelopmental disabilities. Search HealthCare-TrainingCenter.com for available courses in your area.

Neurology Prerequisites

In order to begin training in neurology, students must have attended a four year medical school and completed the residency and internship requirement of their medical school. Medical schools generally require a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a science related field and also take into consideration other undergraduate experiences, credentials and qualifications. Once completed, physicians may continue training with an additional hospital residency in neurology. HealthCare-TrainingCenter.com offers free, no obligation assistance as you are searching for courses to meet your Neurology prerequisites. Beginning your search is as simple as using the search feature above.

Neurology Continuing Education

All neurologists are required by medical boards and institutions to maintain licensure through continuing education. Courses are essential to staying current with the field of neurology. Search HealthCare-TrainingCenter.com to find continued education courses for Neurology.