University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
About This Program
The Department of Neurology at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania offers diverse clinical exposure to a broad patient population in Philadelphia. Our innovative curriculum includes specialized rotations and cutting-edge research opportunities. Residents benefit from interdisciplinary training, state-of-the-art facilities, and strong mentorship in a supportive environment, preparing them for leadership in neurology and compassionate patient care.
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Laura Ashley Stein, MD
University of Pennsylvania
Primary Program Contact
Vanna Hing, BA
Hosp of the Univ of Pennsylvania
Locations
University of Pennsylvania
3 W. Gates Bldg, Neurology
3400 Spruce St
Philadelphia, PA 19104-4238
3400 Spruce St
Philadelphia, PA 19104-4283
34th St & Civic Center Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19104-4322
800 Spruce St
Philadelphia, PA 19107
51 N 39th St
Philadelphia, PA 19104-2699
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- Main Match of the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP)
- Advanced or Fellowship Match of NRMP
- San Francisco Match
- Military Match
- Urology Match
U.S. MD Applicants
IMG Applicants
DO Applicants
Total required letters of recommendation (excludes MSPE and Dean's letter)
Required specialty-specific letters of evaluation within total letters of recommendation
- Letter(s) from someone within the specialty (e.g., faculty, attending)
Medical School Graduation Timeline
Graduation from medical school must have occurred within the past 1 year(s).
Gap Experience Requirement
PGY-1 applicants to this program with a gap of 1 year or more between medical school graduation and entry to residency must have the following experience occur during the gap: Clinical experience in the US or outside the US
Resident / Fellow Characteristics
Three year averages. Medical school type does not include graduates of Canadian schools.
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Program Faculty
Faculty Distribution
Work Environment
NA = Not Applicable
NGO = Negotiable
OTH = Other
Visa Status
This program will consider an appropriately qualified applicant with the following visa or visa status. Contact the program for additional information.
Program Size
Key Dates & Timelines
2027 - 2028
Application Due
Oct 1, 2025
Interview Period Starts
Oct 27, 2025 - Jan 15, 2026
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Evaluations
Medical Insurance Coverage
- Major medical for residents
- Major medical for dependents
- Major medical for domestic partners
- Outpatient mental health
- Inpatient mental health
- Group life insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
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Salary Compensation
PGY-2 through PGY-4
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 20 Vacation Days and negotiable sick days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.