Dr. Laura Didomenico

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Biography

Laura M. DiDomenico is an attending neurologist at Children's Hospital Philadelphia, specializing in pediatric neurology. She holds both an MD and an MS in Biomedical Science from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science. Her residency was completed at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, where she also completed a fellowship in Pediatric Neurocritical Care and Cerebrovascular care. Dr. DiDomenico is involved in key team affiliations including the Pediatric Stroke Program and the Neonatal Neurocritical Care Program, actively contributing to the advancement of pediatric neurological care.

Research Interests

Pediatric Neurology Pediatric Neurocritical Care Cerebrovascular Disorders

Experience

Attending Neurologist

— Present

Children's Hospital Philadelphia • Philadelphia, PA

Specializes in pediatric neurology, providing care for children with neurological disorders.

Awards

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Distinction Basic Sciences

Requirements for Children's Hospital Philadelphia

Doctorate Program
Requirements
Prerequisites
Graduate of a US or Canadian medical school or one year of US post-graduate clinical training Passed USMLE or COMLEX Part I Must pass Step II before start of training
Application Checklist
  • ERAS application form
  • Personal statement
  • Medical school transcript
  • USMLE or COMLEX scores
  • Minimum of three letters of recommendation
Specialization Notes

Department of Pediatrics: Pediatric Residency Program. Interviews are conducted virtually.

Post Doctoral Program
Requirements
Prerequisites
Graduate of an LCME or AOA accredited medical school International graduates must hold a valid ECFMG certificate Completion of USMLE Steps I and II
Application Checklist
  • NRMP/ERAS application
  • Personal statement
  • CV
  • USMLE/COMLEX scores
  • Medical school transcript
  • Dean's letter
  • Three letters of recommendation
Specialization Notes

Department of Neurology: Offers three-year residency in Pediatric Child Neurology and various one-year fellowships.

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in engineering, physical science, natural science, or math
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Personal statement
  • TOEFL/IELTS scores (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department of Bioengineering: Affiliated with UPenn SEAS. Offers thesis and non-thesis paths.

Post Doctoral Program
Requirements
Prerequisites
Completion of residency in Anatomic Pathology or combined AP/CP Eligibility for a Pennsylvania Medical Training License (USMLE Step 3)
Application Checklist
  • Standardized Application for Pathology Fellowship (CAP)
  • CV
  • Personal Statement
  • Photo
  • USMLE score report
  • ECFMG certificate (for international graduates)
  • Three letters of recommendation
Specialization Notes

Department of Pathology: Surgical Pathology Fellowship. Interviews begin mid-August.

Post Doctoral Program
Requirements
Prerequisites
Ph.D. degree required Research experience in biomedical optics Expertise in translational medicine applications
Application Checklist
  • CV
  • Research statement
  • List of independent research grants secured
  • Proof of mentoring experience
Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Optics: Focuses on advanced optical techniques for monitoring physiological parameters.

Post Doctoral Program
Requirements
Prerequisites
Completion of a residency in Neurology Experience in EEG and pediatric epilepsy management
Application Checklist
  • Application via APPA-CAS portal (for clinical psychology/neuropsychology overlap)
  • Letters of reference
  • CV
Specialization Notes

Department of Epilepsy Genetics: Offers one-year clinical and two-year clinical/research fellowships.

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
B.S. in Engineering or Physical Sciences Coursework in Biology or Physiology with Lab
Application Checklist
  • Online application (Rackham Graduate School)
  • Official transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose (up to 2 pages)
  • Personal Statement
  • CV / Resume
  • Three letters of recommendation
Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering: GRE is optional/not required for Ph.D. applicants.

Post Doctoral Program
Requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree with 4 years experience, OR Master's with 2 years, OR PhD in related field Tissue culture background and advanced neuroscience experience
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • CV / Resume
  • Detailed record of previous experiments
Specialization Notes

Department of Molecular Biology: Roles typically involve Life Science Research Professional (LSRP) levels.

Post Doctoral Program
Requirements
Prerequisites
PhD or MD in a relevant field Interest in translational research and injury prevention
Application Checklist
  • CHOP Careers portal application
  • CV
  • Research interest statement
  • Networking with CIRP Training Director
Specialization Notes

Department of Injury Research and Prevention: Postdoctoral Research Training Program focused on interdisciplinary injury study.

Post Doctoral Program
Requirements
Prerequisites
US Citizen or Permanent Resident (for T32 funding) MD in Pediatrics/Neurology OR PhD in Neuroscience or related field
Application Checklist
  • Completed T32 Application
  • Research plan
  • Letters of support
  • CV
Specialization Notes

Department of Neuroscience: NINDS T32 Training Program in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities.

Doctorate Program
Requirements
Prerequisites
PhD or MD degree International graduates must complete ABMGG Credentials Review MDs must have completed residency in Clinical Pathology or Clinical Genetics
Application Checklist
  • Completed fellowship application form
  • CV
  • Medical school/Graduate school transcripts
  • Verification of previous residency completion
Specialization Notes

Department of Genetics: Clinical Biochemical Genetics Residency and Medical Biochemical Genetics Fellowship.