Rural Public Psychiatry Fellowship

The year-long Rural Public Psychiatry Fellowship provides an opportunity for physicians who have completed an accredited Psychiatry residency to gain in-depth experience in public psychiatry in multiple settings, with a primary focus on rural West Alabama. 

For more information, contact fellowship director Dr. Marisa Giggie.

Fellowship Features

• Comprehensive clinical instruction
• Time and effort spent in outlying rural communities
• Rigorous didactic curriculum, including structured independent readings and academic seminars
• Teaching and supervision opportunities
• Telemedicine consultations
• One half-day per week devoted to research
• Practicum in Mental Health Administration and Quality Improvement
• Financial support available for CME activities and professional meetings.
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Please review our Handbook and Polices

Candidates must be eligible for an unrestricted Alabama Medical License and DEA Certification.