The MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital in Washington, D.C. invites applicants for our two-year Post Doctoral Fellowship program in Neuropsychology and Rehabilitation, beginning in September 2012. One position is currently available. The fellowship program provides advanced training in neuropsychological assessment, consultation, and treatment of adult patients with a range of neurologic illnesses, including traumatic brain injury, stroke, aneurysms, brain tumors, dementia and other systemic illnesses. Opportunities are provided to receive training with other rehabilitation populations as well. Training opportunities include rotations through the brain injury and stroke rehabilitation programs, day treatment programs, and outpatient neuropsychological consultation and intervention. A broad range of patient populations are seen, with strongest concentration on the brain injury and stroke programs. Didactic experiences are provided through in-house seminars as well as participation in a multi-center video-teleconference-based program. MedStar NRH has an active and growing research environment, and fellows are encouraged to become involved in research during their tenure. The program is designed to be consistent with pursuit of the ABPP-CN certification.

Applicants must have a doctorate in psychology from an accredited program, and have completed an APA accredited clinical psychology internship. Documentation from an applicant’s graduate director or dissertation chairperson may be requested to affirm completion of all doctoral requirements prior to beginning the fellowship. Applicants should also have strong training and clinical experience in neuropsychology during graduate school and internship. The training faculty consists of five neuropsychologists, and our department also includes three health psychologists. There are two current post-doctoral fellows in the program. The start date will be in September 2012.

MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital is part of MedStar Health and is affiliated with MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and Georgetown University Medical School. MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital is listed in U.S. News & World Report as one of the top rehabilitation hospitals in the country. Our research environment continues to expand, with multiple centers pursuing a diverse portfolio. This is a unique training opportunity in the nation’s capital. The Psychology Service of MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital is a progressive and expanding service with a commitment to clinical excellence and professional development.

For further information please contact William Garmoe, Ph.D. (202) 877-1465 or email william.s.garmoe@medstar.net. To apply, send a letter of application/interest and a current vita to Dr. Garmoe by email or U.S. mail. Two or three letters of recommendation from faculty or professionals who are familiar with your abilities and character should also be sent directly to Dr. Garmoe electronically or by U.S. Mail. Electronic submission of applications and recommendation letters is preferred but not required. Work samples do not need to be sent with the initial application but will be requested from select candidates. Application deadline is December 31, 2011. We anticipate interviewing candidates at the INS meeting in Montreal in February 2012 but alternate options will be considered for those unable to attend the meeting. Informational interviews with interested candidates will also be conducted at the NAN meeting in Florida in November. Notification date will be early to mid-February 2012.

William Garmoe, Ph.D., ABPP-CN
Coordinator, Neuropsychology Services
Training Director, Post-Doctoral Fellowship
MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital
102 Irving St. N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20010

Assistant Professor of Clinical Neurology, Rehabilitation Medicine
Georgetown University Medical School
Washington, D.C. 

Contact Information:
202-877-1465 – voice
202-291-5366 – fax
william.s.garmoe@medstar.net