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Neurohospitalist Opportunity at Tulane University
Join a Leading Academic Neurology Program in New Orleans, Louisiana
The Department of Neurology at Tulane University School of Medicine is seeking a Neurohospitalist to join its growing faculty. This position offers the opportunity to practice in a vibrant academic environment that values clinical excellence, teaching, and innovation. The role is based at University Medical Center New Orleans (UMCNO), a major tertiary referral center and academic teaching hospital serving the Southeast Louisiana region.
Position Overview
- Primary clinical assignment to the general neurology consulting and teaching service at UMCNO
- Serve as attending physician for 26 weeks per year (typically alternating one week on, one week off)
- Collaborate with a team of Tulane neurologists covering the remaining 26 weeks
- Engage in teaching medical students and residents, practice-based research, and quality improvement initiatives
- Participate in a collegial academic department dedicated to advancing neurologic care and education
About the Department
Tulane’s Department of Neurology is guided by a mission to teach, to innovate, and to care, with a vision of leading academic neurology toward a culture of joy and “thrivership.” Together with Neurosurgery, the department co-leads the Center for Clinical Neurosciences, comprising a combined faculty of 31 neurologists and neurosurgeons dedicated to excellence in patient care, education, and research.
About the Hospital
University Medical Center New Orleans (UMCNO) is a 446-bed, nonprofit, public research and academic hospital that provides tertiary and Level I trauma care for the region. Operated by LCMC Health, UMCNO is the largest hospital in the system and serves as a training site for Tulane University School of Medicine, LSU Health Sciences Center, and other healthcare institutions. The inpatient neuroscience program includes:
- A catheter-ready stroke service (
- A neurocritical care service
- Two general neurology consulting services
About the Community
New Orleans is one of the most dynamic and culturally rich cities in the country, offering a lifestyle unlike anywhere else. Physicians enjoy a blend of historic charm, world-class dining, live music, and year-round festivals, all within a community known for its warmth and creativity. With a low cost of living, diverse neighborhoods, and easy access to the Gulf Coast, New Orleans provides an exceptional balance between professional fulfillment and personal enjoyment.
Apply today to join Tulane’s Department of Neurology and contribute to advancing academic neurology in one of the nation’s most vibrant cities.
