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Pediatric Neuromuscular Neurologist

Arkansas Children's Hospital (Little Rock)

Arkansas Children’s, in partnership with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), is seeking a pediatric neuromuscular neurologist. The successful candidate will join the state’s only pediatric health system and play a key role in shaping the future of children’s health in our region.

                 

Position Info & Program Highlights

Join an established multidisciplinary team of 18 neurologists, two research scientists and five APRNs, with access to advanced diagnostics, coordinated care pathways, and integrated subspecialty collaboration within the Section of Neurology, delivering comprehensive neuromuscular and general pediatric neurology clinical services in the outpatient and inpatient settings. Other highlights include:

Qualifications for this position:

  • M.D. or D.O. (or equivalent)
  • Board Eligible/Board Certified in Child Neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN)
  • Fellowship training in Pediatric Neuromuscular Medicine and/or demonstrated expertise in pediatric neuromuscular disorders
  • ABPN subspecialty board certification in Neuromuscular Medicine and/or Electrodiagnostic Medicine, or certification-eligible
  • Eligible for unrestricted Arkansas medical licensure
  • Commitment to academic medicine, including teaching, mentorship and scholarly activity
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and to provide family-centered care
  • Interest in clinical trials, translational research or quality improvement initiatives (preferred)
  • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to care delivery

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Arkansas Children’s Hospital Tourette Clinic was recognized for its wide variety of evidence-based treatments for families, its large patient population of impact and its commitment to providing high-quality clinical care. The center’s vision aligns seamlessly with the TAA’s mission to elevate standards of care and foster collaborative partnerships that enhance the lives of individuals with TS and other tic disorders.

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Arkansas Children's and Dr. Veerapandiyan hold the Charcot-Marie-Tooth Association Center of Excellence distinction. One of the CMTA’s primary missions is improving the quality of life for those with CMT and one way the organization accomplishes this mission is by identifying patient-centric, multi-disciplinary CMT clinics, staffed by some of the highest quality neuromuscular clinicians and researchers in the world. Through these CMTA Centers of Excellence, children, adults and families affected by CMT can be assured of receiving comprehensive care by a team of CMT experts.

 

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Arkansas Children’s Comprehensive Pediatric Epilepsy Program is the only program in the state with a National Association of Epilepsy Centers (NAEC) Level 4 accreditation, providing the most advanced care for children with epilepsy.

 

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