Virginia Commonwealth University Health System
The Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Child Neurology residency in Richmond, VA is listed by AAMC with ERAS status “Participating” for the 2027 cycle. Use the official program page for curriculum, training sites, eligibility, and current contacts.
About the program
A five-year categorical child neurology residency accepting one resident per year; residents spend the first two years in VCU's Department of Pediatrics before moving to the Division of Child Neurology, becoming eligible for both pediatrics and neurology boards. Training in 13 four-week blocks covers child and adult neurology, EEG, neuro-ophthalmology, neuroradiology, neuromuscular medicine, movement disorders, child psychiatry, palliative care and neuropathology, with substantial elective time including pediatric neurological rehabilitation. Senior residents can join NIH- and university-funded lab and clinical research, and weekly accredited grand rounds supplement daily conferences.
Summarized from the program’s official website, checked October 4, 2026. Confirm details with the program.
PGY salaries
Published annual salaries or stipends in USD for the academic year shown. Check the notes and official source for included allowances, separate benefits, and effective dates. Institution schedules apply only where the program confirms coverage.
| Level | Academic year | Annual salary (USD) | Applies to | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PGY-1 | 2026-2027 | $69083.00VCU Health System published annual housestaff salary; biweekly payroll. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-2 | 2026-2027 | $71009.00VCU Health System published annual housestaff salary; biweekly payroll. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-3 | 2026-2027 | $73567.00VCU Health System published annual housestaff salary; biweekly payroll. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-4 | 2026-2027 | $76438.00VCU Health System published annual housestaff salary; biweekly payroll. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-5 | 2026-2027 | $80700.00VCU Health System published annual housestaff salary; biweekly payroll. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-6 | 2026-2027 | $83501.00VCU Health System published annual housestaff salary; biweekly payroll. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-7 | 2026-2027 | $86568.00VCU Health System published annual housestaff salary; biweekly payroll. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-8 | 2026-2027 | $91609.00VCU Health System published annual housestaff salary; biweekly payroll. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
Sources and verification
Research last checked October 11, 2026. Missing information is not an estimate.
- pgy_salaries (verified, 2026-10-11): Official institution-wide resident compensation schedule for 2026–2027. VCU Health System published annual housestaff salary; biweekly payroll. Source 1
Program leadership and contact
- Program director
- Ewa M. Way, M.D.
- Program coordinator
- Kelsey Schneider
- Phone
- (804) 828-7929
Contact details checked October 4, 2026.
Program and application links
Review the official program page for training sites, curriculum, eligibility, required documents, deadlines, interview policy, visa sponsorship, and current openings.