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Fellowship in Epilepsy and Neurophysiology

Hospital El Cruce "Dr. Nestor Kirchner"

Overview: Join our Fellowship in Epilepsy and Neurophysiology, designed to advance your expertise in diagnosing and treating epilepsy. Our program combines clinical training, research, and education to prepare you for a leadership role in the field.

Program Details:

Duration: 2 to 12 weeks
Vacancies: 2
Location: Hospital El Cruce, Florencio Varela, Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Languages: English / Spanish.

Program Highlights:

Gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge diagnostic and treatment techniques, including EEG, Video-EEG, and Stereo-EEG.
Engage in multidisciplinary training with specialists in neuroimaging, neuropsychology, psychiatry, genetics, and more.
Participate in research and present your findings at national and international conferences.
Enhance your clinical skills and knowledge, preparing you for expert management of epilepsy patients.

Why Choose Us? Hospital El Cruce offers excellent training opportunities in high-complexity medical care. Our fellowship supports your professional growth and development in the field of epilepsy. Join us to enhance your skills and make a meaningful impact on patients' lives

Main Areas of Interest

Clinical Training

Diagnosis and treatment of various types of epilepsy
Management of refractory epilepsy
Ambulatory and inpatient care

Neurophysiology

EEG (Electroencephalogram) techniques
Video-EEG and Stereo-EEG
SEEG (Stereoencephalography) techniques
Use and interpretation of invasive neurophysiological methods
Mapping and monitoring epileptogenic zones
Interpretation of neurophysiological data

Neuroimaging

Identification of epileptogenic lesions
Use of structural and functional neuroimaging

Neuropsychology Assessment

Cognitive and behavioral assessments
Evaluating the impact of epilepsy on cognitive functions
Developing tailored neuropsychological interventions

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

Working with specialists in neuroimaging, neuropsychology, psychiatry, genetics, and other fields
Integrative approach to patient care

Research and Education

Conducting and presenting research
Publishing scientific articles
Continuous learning through updated resources and peer collaboration

Patient Care

Understanding cognitive and psychiatric comorbidities
Addressing the unique needs of different patient groups (e.g., women of childbearing age, elderly patients)
Implementing comprehensive treatment plans including pharmacological and non-pharmacological options

Advanced Techniques and Treatments

Exploration of new treatments such as vagal nerve stimulation and dietary interventions
Surgical options for epilepsy

Techniques You Will Learn

Electroencephalogram (EEG)

Routine EEG
Long-term monitoring EEG
Ambulatory EEG

Video-EEG Monitoring

Inpatient video-EEG monitoring
Analysis of video-EEG data

Invasive Monitoring:

Planning and implantation of SEEG electrodes
Monitoring and interpretation of SEEG data
Mapping epileptogenic zones
Subdural grid and strip electrodes
Depth electrodes

Neuroimaging Techniques

Structural MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)
Functional MRI (fMRI)
PET (Positron Emission Tomography) scans

Neuropsychological Assessment

Cognitive testing
Behavioral evaluations
Assessing the impact of epilepsy on cognitive functions

Advanced Treatment Techniques

Vagal nerve stimulation (VNS)
Responsive neurostimulation (RNS)
Dietary interventions (e.g., ketogenic diet)
Surgical interventions for epilepsy

Curriculum

Medical degree from an accredited institution
Neurology specialization with less than 5 years of practice

Accommodation

Fellows are expected to arrange their own housing for the duration of the program.

Fees and Program Logistics

This program has the following durations available:

Duration	Fee
2 weeks	$625.00
6 weeks	$1,000.00
12 weeks	$1,500.00

This program allows Merit Applications. If you successfully are awarded a merit application - Trialect will take care of all bench and service fees, but you will have to take care of travel and accommodation. All applications will be scrutinized under the merit category. Considering 50 million health professionals around the world, the chances of getting selected under the merit category would be very low.

Who Can Apply

Medical degree from an accredited institution
Neurology specialization with less than 5 years of practice

Host Details

Host Name: Dr. Silvia Kochen

Affiliation: Hospital El Cruce "Dr. Nestor Kirchner"

Address: Av. Calchaquí 5401, Florencio Varela, Provincia de Buenos Aires

Website URL: https://www.hospitalelcruce.org/

Disclaimer:It is mandatory that all applicants carry workplace liability insurance, e.g., https://www.protrip-world-liability.com (Erasmus students use this package and typically costs around 5 € per month - please check) in addition to health insurance when you join any of the onsite Trialect partnered fellowships.