NIH neurology funding
35 top doctors
Residency programs

Our vision

To lead in transforming and improving the lives of people affected by neurological conditions throughout the lifespan, in St. Louis and globally, by providing exceptional patient care, advancing innovative research, and delivering outstanding education.

Bold research

Through collaborative science, we’re translating discoveries into clinical solutions.

Get ready for your impactful, rewarding career.

With strong mentorship and extensive training options, we support you in finding and following your path.

3 residencies | 12 fellowships | 170 faculty

Superb patient care

We provide compassionate, leading-edge care for patients of all ages and genders.

  • Team-based care
  • Thorough diagnosis
  • Clear communication

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Unparalleled research, deep resources and a collegial, collaborative environment make WashU a neuroscience utopia.
No matter where you are in your career, you’ll thrive here. 

Ranked among best adult and children's hospitals U.S. News and World Report in neurology and neurosurgery.

One of America’s top neurology hospitals

U.S. News & World Report has ranked Barnes-Jewish Hospital / Washington University School of Medicine among America’s best hospitals in neurology and neurosurgery.

News

2024-2025 Academic Year Adult Neurology Residency Program Chief Residents

2024-2025 Academic Year Adult Neurology Residency Program Chief Residents
The Department of Neurology is pleased to announce our Adult Neurology Residency Program chief residents for the 2024-2025 academic year. This group of remarkable individuals will be working with their resident colleagues, staff, faculty and leadership to continue strengthening our program as a leader in neurology residency training. Thank you to our current chief residents, […]

Three Neurology nurses 2024 Excellence in Nursing Awards finalists!

Three Neurology nurses 2024 Excellence in Nursing Awards finalists!
Three of our incredibly hard-working nurses here at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis Department of Neurology were selected as 2024 Excellence in Nursing Awards finalists — Janette Coble, Natalie Goedeker and Becky Hopfinger! The annual St. Louis Magazine Excellence in Nursing Awards, presented by BJC HealthCare and Goldfarb School of Nursing at […]