Funding the Educational Mission in Neurology

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.

Neurology Education in 2035

“…Local and national financial, logistical, and professional support will be needed to encourage the growing group of neurologists who focus their careers on education and teaching. 58,59 Assessment and Educational Outcomes We predict that there will be an ongoing shift toward holistic assessments by Clinical Competency Committees and equivalent assessment groups in other countries and jurisdictions, based on assessment data that are derived from direct observation, including workplace-based assessments and simulation. This assessment structure will require tremendous resources, and currently, the use of workplace-based assessments is constrained by limitations in data collection, technology that is easy to use and implement, and faculty development.…”

“…Local and national financial, logistical, and professional support will be needed to encourage the growing group of neurologists who focus their careers on education and teaching. 58,59…”

Funding the Educational Mission in Neurology

“…In the Views & Reviews article “Funding the Educational Mission in Neurology” by Greer et al, 1 the third author's name should have been listed as “Diego Torres-Russotto.” The authors regret the error.…”