Headache Fellowship

Welcome

The Headache Medicine and Facial Pain Fellowship program at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine represents a remarkable collaboration between the esteemed UConn School of Medicine and the renowned Hartford Healthcare Headache Center, a part of the Ayer Neuroscience Institute.

Our program stands as a distinguished United Council of Neurological Subspecialties (UCNS) accredited institution, earning this prestigious recognition in the year 2016.  With a track record of two decades, our esteemed senior leadership has been dedicated to the training and mentorship of headache fellows, demonstrating our commitment to excellence in this field.

We take immense pride in our state-of-the-art Headache Center, where our unwavering commitment is to provide the highest caliber of training and education to cultivate the future leaders in the specialized field of headache medicine.

Our program boasts several exceptional strengths that set it apart as a distinguished choice for those pursuing advanced training in headache medicine:

  1. Comprehensive Headache Education: Our program features an intricately detailed headache education curriculum that equips fellows with an in-depth understanding of the field.
  2. Neuroradiology Excellence: Fellows have the privilege of participating in neuroradiology rounds, where they engage with cutting-edge imaging technologies and diagnostics, enriching their experience.
  3. Clinical Council Engagement: Fellows actively participate in our Headache Clinical Council, gaining valuable insights from collaborative discussions and contributing to the advancement of headache medicine.
  4. Research Support: We provide robust support for clinical research endeavors, empowering fellows to undertake meaningful research projects
  5. Diverse Faculty Expertise: Our extensive faculty team was trained at various headache fellowship programs, offers a wealth of diverse experience and knowledge
  6. High-Volume Center: As a high-volume headache center, our program ensures that fellows receive comprehensive training in a wide range of procedural techniques and clinical scenarios.

We extend a warm invitation to explore the potential of our program as a transformative step in your career journey.  Join us as be a part of our own growth and the advancement of headache medicine.