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Pursuing a headache fellowship: A narrative review.
Molly Fensterwald1, Anna Pace2, Carrie E Robertson3
1Department of Neurology, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, USA.
Headache
|November 12, 2025
Summary
Choosing a headache medicine fellowship requires careful consideration of program factors. This review guides trainees in selecting programs that align with their professional interests and career goals in neurology.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Medical Education
Background:
- Headache medicine is an increasingly popular neurologic subspecialty.
- The number of headache fellowship programs is growing nationwide.
- Residents interested in neurology may pursue specialized fellowship training.
Purpose of the Study:
- Provide guidance for trainees considering a headache medicine fellowship.
- Examine key factors in headache fellowship program selection.
- Help trainees make informed decisions about specialized training.
Main Methods:
- Narrative review conducted by the American Headache Society's New Investigators and Trainees Special Interest Group.
- Literature review on headache education, fellowship selection, and professional society resources.
- Incorporation of expert perspectives from academic leaders and clinicians.
Main Results:
- Physicians are drawn to headache medicine through mentorship, diverse patient exposure, and interest in novel therapies.
- Headache medicine fellowships offer comprehensive training in clinical, educational, professional, and scholarly activities.
- Fellowship programs differ in size, structure, support, and clinical settings, influencing trainee choice.
Conclusions:
- Key factors for pursuing a headache medicine fellowship are identified.
- Trainees can use this information to find programs aligning with career aspirations.
- Informed program selection supports professional development in headache medicine.
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