About this role
The Department of Neurology at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is seeking a skilled and dedicated Neurologist with a specialization in Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and neuroimmunology to join our esteemed team. This individual will play a vital role in providing expert care, conducting research, and educating future medical professionals. The position also offers a unique opportunity to provide MS care to Veterans through a clinical appointment at the Clement J. Zablocki Veterans' Administration Medical Center in Milwaukee, including a leadership/directorship role within its multidisciplinary MS Regional Specialty Program. This combined academic and federal appointment offers the successful candidate the opportunity to help shape MS care across two highly collaborative health care settings.
Opportunity:
- Diagnose and treat patients with Multiple Sclerosis, ensuring the highest standard of care and personalized treatment plans.
- Provide outpatient MS and neuroimmunology care at both MCW/Froedtert and the Clement J. Zablocki Veterans' Administration Medical Center, with meaningful VA clinical effort available based on the candidate’s interests and the needs of the program.
- VA role will also include a leadership/directorship opportunity within its multidisciplinary MS Regional Specialty Program.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies for patients with MS.
- Conduct clinical research, contribute to ongoing studies, and publish findings in reputable medical journals.
- Participate in teaching and mentoring medical students, residents, and fellows, fostering a culture of education and growth.
- Engage in community outreach and patient education initiatives to raise awareness about MS and its management.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation.
- Be part of one of the largest clinical trial programs in the United States.
- Other duties as assigned by chair or chair designate.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunities for academic and professional growth
- Supportive work environment with access to state-of-the-art facilities
- Collaboration with a diverse and experienced team of healthcare professionals
- Unique opportunity for a joint academic/VA practice serving both the broader Milwaukee community and Veterans, with substantial VA clinical effort
- Leadership/directorship opportunity within the VA's multidisciplinary MS Regional Specialty Program.
Department/Division Highlights:
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The Medical College of Wisconsin Department of Neurology is the largest and most comprehensive Neurology group in the state of Wisconsin, with programs in Adult Neurology, Child Neurology, and Neuropsychology with more than 70 faculty. Our adult neurologists, diagnose and treat all neurological conditions including stroke, epilepsy, sleep, neuromuscular diseases, movement disorders including Parkinson disease, dementia, brain tumors, neuro-ophthalmology, and multiple sclerosis, and neuroimmunological disorders.
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We work closely with our partners in neurosurgery, physical medicine and rehabilitation, psychiatry, radiation oncology, neuro-imaging, pathology, and ophthalmology across our missions of clinical, teaching and research.
Qualifications
- Medical degree (MD or DO) and board certification in Neurology.
- Fellowship training in Multiple Sclerosis or extensive experience in MS patient care.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated commitment to research and academic excellence.
- Valid medical license and credentials to practice medicine in the state of Wisconsin.