About the role
Description
Hoag Health the top-ranked health system in Orange County, CA is seeking a Memory and Cognitive Disorders Physician to join the world-renowned Pickup Family Neuroscience Institute in Southern California at Hoag Health System. The
Pickup Family Neurosciences Institute
offers expertise in most conditions of the brain, spine, and peripheral nerves leveraging our multidisciplinary program approach, each focusing on a specific patient issue. Ranked Top 50 in Neurology & Neurosurgery by U.S. News & World Report.
With training in memory and cognitive disorders to join our expanding hospital system, the ideal candidate will have clinical experience and academic interest in conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease, frontotemporal dementia, Lewy body dementia, mild cognitive impairment, and other neurodegenerative disorders affecting cognition.
A provider with a strong passion for advancing the field through clinical research and innovation is highly valued for this role. The position is well-suited for someone who thrives in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. Responsibilities include contributing to clinical trials, participating in research initiatives, and working closely with neuropsychologists, geriatricians, neurologists, and other specialists to deliver comprehensive, patient centered care.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide clinical care for patients with cognitive and memory disorders, including Alzheimer’s disease, frontotemporal dementia, Lewy body dementia, mild cognitive impairment, and other neurodegenerative conditions
Participate in clinical trials and research initiatives
Collaborate with neuropsychologists, geriatricians, neurologists and other specialists to develop and implement individualized treatment plans
Contribute to the advancement of the field through research, innovation, and academic engagement
Requirements:
Medical Doctor (M.D. or D.O)
Formal training in behavioral neurology, cognitive neurology, neurology, geriatric psychiatry, or a related discipline
Board certified in Neurology or Psychiatry
Demonstrated clinical experience in diagnosing and managing cognitive disorders
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Commitment to collaborative care and scientific advancement
Preferred Attributes:
Passion for clinical research and innovation
Experience working in academic or research-oriented environments
Ability to thrive in a team-based, multidisciplinary setting
Contact:
Steven Yi
Physician Consultant
steven.yi@hoag.org