Department of Neurology

Vascular Fellowship

This is a one-year fellowship leading to board certification in Vascular Neurology by the American Board of Neurology and Psychiatry.  The University of Toledo Vascular Neurology Fellowship Program began and was accredited by the Accreditation Council of Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) in July 2013.  

Vascular Neurology Fellows gain experience in the diagnosis and management of patients with cerebrovascular conditions in a highly academic environment. They work with interventional and vascular neurologists, neurosurgeons, physiatrists, critical care specialists and vascular surgeons.  Fellows participate in multi-center clinical trials and clinical research that may lead to  peer-reviewed publications.  They are also involved in teaching residents and medical students and participate in educational conferences including neurovascular case conference, journal clubs, and morbidity and mortality conference.

We are currently looking to fill two positions for the 2026-2027 academic year. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or be eligible for J1 visa sponsorship through the Education Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG). All positions are filled through The Match and ERAS.  We welcome ERAS signaling, but it is neither needed, nor a criterion for ranking.  Questions regarding the process or program may be directed to Brittny Briggs at Brittny.Briggs@utoledo.edu

Current Vascular Fellows

Adam Mierzwa, MD
Adam Mierzwa, M.D. 

Khaled Gharaibeh, M.D.
Mekdes Ditamo, D.O. 

Past Vascular Fellows

Meet Our Team

Dr. Mouhammed Jumaa        
Mouhammad Jumaa, M.D.
Associate Professor,
Program Director  

Brittny Briggs

Brittny Briggs
Fellowship Program Coordinator  
Brittny.Briggs@utoledo.edu

Syed F. Zaidi, MD

Syed F. Zaidi, M.D.
Associate Professor
Core Faculty

Richard Burgess, MD

Richard Burgess, M.D.
Assistant Professor
Core Faculty

Vieh "Lisa" Kung, MD

Vieh "Lisa " Kung, M.D.
Assistant Professor
Core Faculty

Elysia James MD

Elysia James, M.D.
Assistant Professor
Core Faculty

Last Updated: 11/25/24