Funding the Educational Mission in Neurology. (23rd March 2021)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Greer, David M.; Moeller, Jeremy; Torres, Diego R.; Soni, Madhu; Cruz, Salvador; Tornes, Letitia; Patwa, Huned; Gutmann, Laurie; Sacco, Ralph; Galetta, Steven
• Is Part Of: Neurology. Volume 96:Number 12(2021)
• Publication Date: 2021-03-23
• Subjects: Neurology -- Periodicals; Neurology -- Periodicals; Neurologie -- Périodiques; 616.8
• DOI: 10.1212/WNL.0000000000011635
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0028-3878

Abstract

Abstract : Although it is self-evident that education in neurology is important and necessary, how to fund the educational mission is a frequent challenge for neurology departments and clinicians. Department chairs often resort to a piecemeal approach, cobbling together funding for educators from various sources, but frequently falling short. Here, we review the various sources available to fund the educational mission in neurology, understanding that not every department will have access to every source. We describe the multiple different teaching models and formats used by the modern student and educator and their associated costs, some of which are exorbitant. We discuss possible nonfinancial incentives, including pathways to promotion, educational research, and other awards and recognition. Neurological education is commonly underfunded, and departments and institutions must be nimble and creative in finding ways to fund the time and effort of educators.