Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University/TJUH Program
About This Program
Our neuromuscular program aims to provide a nationally-recognized comprehensive training in neuromuscular and electrodiagnostic medicine. The program is based on a strong, well-balanced and dynamic didactic curriculum supported by diverse and dedicated faculty through continuous personal mentoring and advancement of clinical and research-conducting skills. Fellows will obtain well-rounded clinical as well as research/academic experience during training.
Program Statistics
Contact Information
Program Director
Goran Rakocevic, MD
Thomas Jefferson University
Primary Program Contact
Bruce Allen
Thomas Jefferson Univ Hosp
Locations
Thomas Jefferson University
Department of Neurology, 4th Floor
901 Walnut St Ste 1039
Philadelphia, PA 19107-5216
1025 Walnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19107-5083
Application Information
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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 from a department chair
- 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: Research or other medical education pursuits (clinical experience not required)
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
Feb 28, 2026
Interview Period Starts
Mar 30, 2026 - May 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
- Group life insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
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Salary Compensation
PGY-5
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 21 Vacation Days and 10 Sick Days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.