Neurologist - Multiple Sclerosis and Neuroimmunology - Assistant Professor

About the role

The Department of Neurology at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is seeking a skilled and dedicated Neurologist with a specialization in Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and neuroimmunology to join our esteemed team. This individual will play a vital role in providing expert care, conducting research, and educating future medical professionals. The position also offers a unique opportunity to provide MS care to Veterans through a clinical appointment at the Clement J. Zablocki Veterans' Administration Medical Center in Milwaukee, including a leadership/directorship role within its multidisciplinary MS Regional Specialty Program. This combined academic and federal appointment offers the successful candidate the opportunity to help shape MS care across two highly collaborative health care settings.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat patients with Multiple Sclerosis, ensuring the highest standard of care and personalized treatment plans.
• Provide outpatient MS and neuroimmunology care at both MCW/Froedtert and the Clement J. Zablocki Veterans' Administration Medical Center, with meaningful VA clinical effort available based on the candidate’s interests and the needs of the program.
• VA role will also include a leadership/directorship opportunity within its multidisciplinary MS Regional Specialty Program.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies for patients with MS.
• Conduct clinical research, contribute to ongoing studies, and publish findings in reputable medical journals.
• Participate in teaching and mentoring medical students, residents, and fellows, fostering a culture of education and growth.
• Engage in community outreach and patient education initiatives to raise awareness about MS and its management.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation.
• Be part of one of the largest clinical trial programs in the United States.
• Other duties as assigned by chair or chair designate.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for academic and professional growth
• Supportive work environment with access to state-of-the-art facilities
• Collaboration with a diverse and experienced team of healthcare professionals
• Unique opportunity for a joint academic/VA practice serving both the broader Milwaukee community and Veterans, with substantial VA clinical effort
• Leadership/directorship opportunity within the VA's multidisciplinary MS Regional Specialty Program

Department/Division Highlights

The Medical College of Wisconsin Department of Neurology is the largest and most comprehensive Neurology group in the state of Wisconsin, with programs in Adult Neurology, Child Neurology, and Neuropsychology with more than 70 faculty. Our adult neurologists diagnose and treat all neurological conditions including stroke, epilepsy, sleep, neuromuscular diseases, movement disorders including Parkinson disease, dementia, brain tumors, neuro-ophthalmology, and multiple sclerosis, and neuroimmunological disorders. We work closely with our partners in neurosurgery, physical medicine and rehabilitation, psychiatry, radiation oncology, neuro-imaging, pathology, and ophthalmology across our missions of clinical, teaching and research.

Qualifications

• Medical degree (MD or DO) and board certification in Neurology.
• Fellowship training in Multiple Sclerosis or extensive experience in MS patient care.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated commitment to research and academic excellence.
• Valid medical license and credentials to practice medicine in the state of Wisconsin.

Inquiries

For inquiries or to learn more, please contact Jen Van Abel Thibodeau, Physician & APP Recruiter at jvathibodeau@mcw.edu.

About the Medical College of Wisconsin

The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is the state’s only private medical school and health sciences graduate school. MCW consists of a School of Medicine with campuses in Milwaukee, Green Bay and Central Wisconsin, a School of Graduate Studies, and a School of Pharmacy. MCW is a major national research center ranking in the top third of U.S. medical schools in NIH funding and is the second largest research institution in Wisconsin. Academic medicine is at the core of everything we do at MCW, bringing together scientists, clinicians, students and community members to solve the most complex challenges in health and society. MCW is a diverse group of thought leaders collaborating to pioneer pathways to a healthier world. Every study we conduct and every patient we see leads to new learning and a continuous cycle of life-changing knowledge and innovation. Approximately 1,780 MCW physicians and approximately 905 advanced practice providers care for more than 484,000 patients of all ages annually at Froedtert Hospital, Zablocki VA Medical Center, Children’s Wisconsin, and many other hospitals and clinics throughout eastern Wisconsin, representing more than 5.1 million patient visits annually. The beautiful, safe and modern campus of the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center (MRMC) houses Froedtert Hospital, Children’s Wisconsin, Curative Care Network, Versiti Blood Research Institute and the Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Division. These member entities share a common mission of excellence in patient care, medical education, biomedical research and community service.

MCW Values

All of our endeavors at MCW, from our internal operations to our interactions with our partners, are driven by our shared organizational values: acting in Caring ways – engaging in Collaborative efforts – approaching our world with Curiosity – advancing Inclusive practices – demonstrating Integrity in all we do – treating everyone with Respect. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity in backgrounds, experiences and perspectives through merit-based processes, and in alignment with all applicable laws. We believe that embracing human differences is critical to realize our vision of a healthier world, and we recognize that a healthy and thriving community starts from within. Our values define who we are, what we stand for and how we conduct ourselves at MCW.

About Milwaukee

Milwaukee, the largest city in Wisconsin, is located on Lake Michigan’s western shore. A metropolitan area with more than 1.6 million people, Milwaukee is an affordable, comfortable place to live, work, and play, big enough to be exciting and uncongested enough to get around easily. Milwaukee’s many neighborhoods have incredible charm, accommodating a variety of lifestyles, from high-rise apartments to small farms. Nestled along a magnificent bluff overlooking Lake Michigan, Milwaukee’s downtown is home to botanical gardens, lakefront museums, a theater district, the world champion Milwaukee Bucks, the Milwaukee Brewers, bustling nightlife, and award-winning restaurants. The lake and its harbors are skirted by scenic parklands and provide first-class opportunities for recreation, including hiking, cycling, boating, and more. A recent study ranked Milwaukee as the 15th most walkable of the 50 largest US cities. Milwaukee has all the advantages of a large, vibrant city but without the stress or cost.