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UCNS Update 
February 2022
Behavioral Neurology & Neuropsychiatry Certification Examination Application Period Now Open
The online application period is now open for the 2022 UCNS Behavioral Neurology & Neuropsychiatry Certification Examination. Detailed certification eligibility requirements, examination content outline, and the online application are available at www.ucns.org/certification. Important dates and deadlines are below:

  • Early application deadline: May 1, 2022
  • Extended application deadline ($500 fee applies): May 15, 2022
  • Examination registration opens June 1
  • Examination week: October 31 - November 4, 2022
Interventional Neurology Certification Exam Application Deadline Extended - Apply by March 15 to save $500
The online application period for the first UCNS Interventional Neurology Certification Examination has been extended to April 1. Apply by March 15, 2022, to save $500. Detailed certification eligibility requirements, examination content outline, and the online application are available at www.ucns.org/certification.
Tribute to Lori Schuh, MD
The UCNS was saddened by the news of the recent passing of one of our dedicated volunteers, Lori Schuh, MD. As a past member of the UCNS Accreditation Council, Dr. Schuh served on the Council from 2011-2017, serving as Chair for two terms from 2013-2017. Dr. Schuh was instrumental in numerous enhancements to the accreditation process, including development of the UCNS Milestones. We are grateful to Dr. Schuh for her leadership, her commitment, and her kindness. She will be greatly missed. Click here to view a touching tribute and obituary written by her husband.
Important Dates & Deadlines
April 15: Headache Medicine certification exam extended application deadline ($500 fee applies)
May 1: Neuroimaging certification exam application period opens online
May 15: Behavioral Neurology & Neuropsychiatry certification exam extended deadline ($500 fee applies)
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