Neurology Residency

Department Chairman: Brien J. Smith, M.D., M.B.A
Residency Program Director: Iram Zaman, D.O.
Residency Associate Program Director: Ashhar Ali, D.O.
Residency Associate Program Director: Zehra Farzal, M.D.
Program Coordinator: Krystal Melton

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Our Neurology residency program prides itself in producing excellent clinical neurologists, who are not only knowledgeable of neurology, but provide compassionate care and develop strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Our goal is to foster exceptional training in clinical neurology and the opportunity for clinical or basic science research in the neurosciences. We aim to train our residents to be excellent and empathetic individuals with outstanding clinical skills in neurology and to provide exposure to all aspects of subspecialty neurology and neuroscience with increasing autonomy and attainment of the positive characteristics of the six core competencies necessary to become outstanding independent practitioners.

Henry Ford Neurology residency program is an ACGME accredited 4-year categorical neurology training program; with 8 residents in each year of training. We have exceptional residents from both U.S. and international medical schools with a wide array of interests.

The Department of Neurology provides primary neurology care in Southeast Michigan. We are a tertiary care referral center for the region. Our main campus is an urban center serving a wide range patient population. This is where the majority of time is spent during residency. Our program, as well as the entirety of Henry Ford Health, is committed to providing a work environment and culture that maximizes the professional growth of employees and meets the health care needs of the communities that we serve. We envision a culture that engages in best practices that focus on the mission-driven systematic recruitment and retention of great individuals at Henry Ford Hospital, thus creating a physician workforce that is reflective of and responsive to the population that is served by Henry Ford Hospital. Fundamental of this vision is shared accountability and humanity. In addition to this a number of subspecialty clinics are offered at our community hospital in West Bloomfield, which exposes residents to patients with a different socioeconomic status. Child neurology rotations are completed both at HFH main campus and Children's hospital.

Mission and Vision

The mission of the Henry Ford Hospital Neurology Residency Program is to improve human life through excellence in the science and art of health care and healing. We are committed to training compassionate, skilled, and knowledgeable neurologists through comprehensive clinical experience, didactic learning, and mentorship. Our residents gain expertise in the diagnosis and management of a broad range of neurologic conditions, preparing them for independent practice, subspecialty training, or academic careers.

We foster a culture of professionalism, continuous improvement, and intellectual curiosity. Residents are encouraged to participate in scholarly activity, quality improvement, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Through this training environment, we aim to develop physicians who demonstrate clinical excellence, leadership, and a strong commitment to advancing the field of neurology.

Our Vision:

We will be the trusted partner in health, leading the nation in superior care and value.

Specialized centers of care include:

• 18 bed Acute Stroke Unit
• 7 bed Epilepsy Monitoring Unit
• 16 bed Neurointensive Care Unit 

Message from the Program Director

At Henry Ford, we take immense pride in our rich history, commitment to innovation and dedication to shaping the next generation of neurologists. As a resident in our program, you will be immersed in a dynamic learning environment that blends cutting-edge research, comprehensive clinical training, and a strong sense of community.

Our faculty are leaders in their fields, offering mentorship and hands on experience across a wide range of subspecialties. With access to state-of-the-art facilities, groundbreaking clinical trials, and varied patient population, our residents are well prepared for successful careers in academia, research, and clinical practice.

Beyond the hospital, we foster a supportive culture, ensuring that our trainees grow not only as physician but also as leaders in neurology. If you are looking for a program that will challenge you, inspire you, and prepare you for the future of neurology, we invite you to explore all that Henry Ford Health System has to offer.

We look forward to meeting you!