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Detroit Medical Center/Wayne State University Program

Child neurologyCommunity-based university affiliatedIMG: HIGH
Detroit, MI(Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI MSA Metro)
6
Positions
#63
Specialty Rank
$60,184
PGY1 Salary
50.0%
IMG %
#63
Child neurology Ranking
22nd Percentile
Top 78% of programs

Program Overview

Program Details

ACGME Code:
1852521052
NRMP Code:
1295185R0
Program Type:
Community-based university affiliated
Total Positions:
6
Interviews:
35

Contact Information

Carla R Watson
Program Director

Admission Requirements

Min Step 2 Score:
196
Years of Graduation Cutoff:
5 years
Visa Sponsorship:
J1

Training Details

Training Structure

Avg Hours/Week:
50
Max Hours on Duty:
24
Avg 24hr Off Duty:
2.5
Lecture/Conference Hours:
7/week
Night Float:
Yes
Faculty Ratio:
1.80

Faculty & Teaching Environment

Total Physicians:
11
0
Part-Time Physicians:
1
Female Faculty:
60%
Outpatient Clinic Hours:
100%
0

Special Features & Unique Opportunities

We are recognized by the National Association of Epilepsy Centers as a Level 4 epilepsy center. Home to some of the nation's leading authorities on pediatric neurological diseases. You would be part of a world-class clinical program providing expert neurological care. We consider training residents as a privilege and honor.

Program Offers & Benefits

  • Free parking
  • On-call meal allowance
  • iPads, tablets, etc., or technology allowance

Educational Opportunities

  • Curriculum to develop health systems leadership skills (e.g., QI project leadership, community/organizational advocacy)
  • Formal program to foster interprofessional teamwork
  • Instruction in medical Spanish or other non-English language
  • Debt management/financial counseling
  • Resident/fellow retreats
  • Off-campus electives

Research Opportunities

Research Rotation

Optional

0

Salary Progression

$60,184
PGY-1
$70,350
PGY-2
$60,184
PGY-3
$61,989
PGY-4
$63,846
PGY-5

Benefits Package Details

Dental Coverage:Fully Paid by Institution
Disability Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Inpatient Mental Health:Fully Paid by Institution
Outpatient Mental Health:Fully Paid by Institution
Major Medical (Residents):Fully Paid by Institution
Major Medical (Dependents):Fully Paid by Institution

Location & Lifestyle

Location Overview

City & State
Detroit, MI
Metropolitan Area
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI MSA
Geographic Region
East North Central
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Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Index
66(US avg: 100)
Median Home Price
$229K
Median Monthly Rent
$1.0K/mo
Median Household Income
$37K
Rent as % of Resident Salary
20.6%

Demographics & Community

Population
400K
Median Age
41 years
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
0.15
Poverty Rate
6.0%
Unemployment Rate
7.0%

Climate & Weather

Summer
71°F
Winter
31°F
Sunny Days
280 days
Precipitation
35"
Humidity
66%

Local Cost of Goods & Services

Coffee
$5.13
Restaurant Meal
10.83
Gas (per gallon)
$4.05
Gym Membership
51

Purchasing Power AnalysisEnhanced Data

Nominal Salary
$60,184
Cost-Adjusted Salary
$91,188
Value Rating
Excellent
Cost data updated: 6/12/2025

Application Information

Program Details

ACGME Code:
1852521052
NRMP Code:
1295185R0
Total Positions:
6
Interviews:
35
Program Type:
Community-based university affiliated

Contact Information

Program Director:
Carla R Watson
Program Website:
Visit Website

Application Timeline

Application Period:
5/31/2025 - 8/29/2025
Interview Period:
9/4/2026 - 12/18/2026
Video Interviews:
Not Available

Application Requirements

Required Letters:
3
Previous GME Required:
Moonlighting Allowed:
No

Examination Requirements

USMLE Requirements

Step 1 Required:
No
Step 2 Required:
No
Min Step 1 Score:
188
Min Step 2 Score:
196

COMLEX Requirements

COMLEX Level 1:
No
COMLEX Level 2:
No, require USMLE scores for all applicants

Program Start Dates & Match Information

Start Dates

Available Start Dates:
July
July Start Date:
July

Match Information

NRMP Main Match:
Yes
NRMP Codes:
1295185A0

Institution & Program Size Details

Institution Information

Institution:
Children's Hospital of Michigan
Primary Teaching Site:
Children's Hospital of Michigan
Contact Person:
Jacqueline Taylor
Contact Email:
[email protected]

Program Size by Year

First Year Positions:
2
Positions by Year:
PGY-1:2
PGY-2:2
PGY-3:2

Program Policies & Additional Information

Smoking Policy:
No Smoking
Salary Tax Status:
No
Paid Leave Days:
21
Unpaid Leave Days:
90

IMG/DO Friendliness

International Medical Graduates (IMG)

Min Step 2 Score
196
Years of Graduation Cutoff
5 years
Visa Sponsorship
J-1 through ECFMG
IMG Percentage
50.0%
IMG Classification
HIGH

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

DO Percentage
50.0%
DO Classification
HIGH

Rankings & Reputation

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