New year sees new UCNS-certified diplomates in two subspecialties
March 18, 2025
The (UCNS) is an independent nonprofit established by the AAN and four other leading neurology organizations. As the accrediting and certifying body for emerging neurologic subspecialties, the UCNS provides a means of formal recognition and improved training standards for subspecialties.
Demonstrating their expert knowledge in their respective subspecialties, a total of 72 new physicians passed their respective subspecialty’s UCNS certification examination and now hold the distinction of being UCNS diplomates.
Behavioral Neurology & Neuropsychiatry
There are now 508 physician diplomates certified in Behavioral Neurology & Neuropsychiatry.
Autonomic Disorders
There are now 75 physician diplomates certified in Autonomic Disorders.
Physicians in the United States and Canada who meet the eligibility requirements may apply for certification in Behavioral Neurology & Neuropsychiatry and Autonomic Disorder. The next certification examinations for these subspecialties will take place in 2026.