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The Department of Neurology at Houston Methodist seeks a Neurologist

specializing in neuromuscular diseases. Located in the world-renowned Texas Medical Center, this is an excellent opportunity to join a premier Neurology Program and hospital. US News and World Report consistently ranks Houston Methodist as the #1 Hospital in Texas and the Neurology program is nationally ranked #11.

The Houston Methodist Neurology department has a large Neuromuscular Division with eight neuromuscular specialists and an accredited neuromuscular and clinical neurophysiology fellowship program. The division runs multiple ongoing clinical trials and basic science studies funded by the National Institute of Health (NIH). Our interdisciplinary clinics, such as the amyotrophic lateral sclerosis clinic, myotonic dystrophy clinic, and Charcot-Marie-Tooth clinic, have gained national and international recognition. In addition, Houston Methodist Research Institute (HMRI) provides various research cores, cutting-edge human imaging centers, and web-bench laboratories equipped with state-of-the-art instruments. This environment enables the high quality of scientific studies conducted in neuromuscular diseases.

Qualified Candidates:

+ Completed Neurology residency

+ Fellowship training – neuromuscular diseases/EMG

+ Eligible for a Texas medical license or currently hold a Texas medical license in good standing

+ Strong interests in academic missions, including high-quality clinical care and education

What We Offer:

+ Competitive base salary plus incentivized bonus structure

+ Sign on bonus

+ Comprehensive benefits (medical insurance, life insurance, disability)

+ PTO and Holidays

+ Generous Retirement Plan

Welcome to Houston:

Houston, the nation's fourth-largest city, is a vibrant and diverse metropolis with much to offer. Enjoy professional sports teams, theater, museum districts, countless restaurants, and live music venues. Houston's sunny climate and extensive parks, jogging paths, golf courses, hiking, biking, and camping areas make outdoor recreation easy. The nearby Piney Woods, area lakes, Galveston Bay, and Gulf Coast beaches offer additional leisure opportunities. Families will appreciate the excellent public and private schools and numerous higher learning institutions. As a tort-reform state with no state income tax, Texas is an outstanding place to live and work.

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America’s “Best Hospitals.” As a full-service, acute-care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation’s largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist’s primary academic affiliates are among the nation’s leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world.