The Department of Neurology at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University is accepting applications from fellowship trained Stroke/Vascular Neurologists interested in joining our growing program as Stroke Neurologists within Temple University Hospital - Health Science Campus and suburban partner locations.

Additional information about the Department of Neurology can be found here: Neurology Program | Temple Health

Why Temple?

• Temple Stroke Program is a Joint Commission Comprehensive Stroke Center, consistently earning Gold Plus & Target Stroke Honor Roll Elite recognition.
• Active in clinical trials through NIH-funded STOKENET, with 800–1000 cerebrovascular admissions annually and a dedicated stroke prevention clinic.
• Provides Telestroke/Telemedicine consults for community and rural hospitals.
• Incoming Stroke/Vascular Neurologist will join a collaborative team of vascular neurologists, neuro-critical care providers, neurosurgeons, APPs, and residents.
• Faculty deliver compassionate, evidence-based care, integrate cutting-edge research, and use advanced technology such as the Leksell Gamma Knife® 4C and Elekta Synergy® S.

Candidate Qualifications

• M.D., D.O., or foreign equivalent
• Board Certification or Eligibility in Neurology, and Stroke/Vascular Neurology
• Ability to obtain an unrestricted medical license & DEA from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prior to employment

Features and Benefits

• Compensation consistent with leading academic institutions and CME Funds
• Vacation, Holiday, Sick and CME Time
• Generous 403b retirement match
• 457b
• Health, dental, and vision
• Malpractice
• Tuition remission
• Savi- student loan repayment program

About Temple Health: Temple Health is a major Philadelphia-based academic health system that is driving medical advances through clinical innovation, pioneering research and world-class education. The health system’s 1,550+ physicians and scientists share a common mission of bringing tomorrow’s treatments to the bedside today, helping them achieve outcomes once thought impossible.

Temple Health is an educational partner with the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, providing medical education to the next generation of physicians and biomedical scientists.

About Philadelphia: Located in the heart of Philadelphia, TUHS provides access to a diverse and culturally rich city with thriving neighborhoods, arts, and cuisine.

"Philadelphia is a city of firsts: first hospital, first library, first medical school. It’s a place where big ideas come to life." – Alexander Hamilton

Procedure for Candidacy

To be considered for this position applicants must complete an online application. 

Application materials should include: a curriculum vita, a personal statement stating your qualifications, professional goals and research/teaching interests, three professional references names/contact information and a statement describing participation in activities that promote diversity and inclusion and/or plans to make future contributions is strongly encouraged. 

Please address your application to: Paul Katz, MD, Professor & Chair, Neurology, C/O Frank Gallagher, Director, Office of Physician/Faulty Recruitment and Retention, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, Email: Francis.Gallagher@tuhs.temple.edu   

The University is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute through their research, teaching, and/or service to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities.