Cross Post: An Endovascular Approach for Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension: Assessing Morphometric Candidacy After Venous Sinus Stenting.
From time to time on the Neurosurgery Blog, you will see us cross-posting or linking to items from other places when we believe they hit the mark on an issue. We wanted to bring attention to a recent publication in Neurosurgery, an official journal of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, which provides multimedia, prompt publication […]
Cross Post: Celebrating the Life and Career of Sanjeet S. Grewal, MD (1987 – 2026)
Every so often, we use the Neurosurgery Blog to share or link to impactful events and stories from the broader medical community. Today, we want to bring your attention to a deeply moving tribute, written by Dario J. Englot, MD, PhD, honoring the life, legacy, and profound impact of a remarkable young neurosurgeon who recently passed […]
Washington Committee: 50 Years of Advocacy and Impact
Fifty years ago, the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS) and Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS) recognized the growing impact of federal policy on medicine and took bold action: they established the AANS/CNS Washington Committee for Neurological Surgery. This formal presence in the nation’s capital has since served as the unified voice of neurosurgery in […]
Ann R. Stroink, MD, FAANS Retires from Neurological Surgery
Ann R. Stroink, MD, FAANS, a neurosurgeon at the forefront of advocacy efforts, retired from neurosurgery practice at Carle BroMenn Medical Center on Nov. 22, 2023. Throughout her career, Dr. Stroink has been an indefatigable force in advocating — in the halls of Congress, before the Illinois state legislature, with health plans and within organized […]
AANS Neurosurgeon Spotlight: Winter 2020 – The Mind of a Neurosurgeon Part III
From training appraisal to relocation, authors explore the neurosurgeon perspective in AANS Neurosurgeon’s The Mind of a Neurosurgeon. Prominent neurosurgeons discuss their unique experiences in a field in which few have the opportunity to work and thrive. Changing Gears: Mid-Career Relocation as a Catalyst for Better Patient Care Daniel Orringer, MD, FAANS Inspirational leadership; state-of-the-art […]
AANS Neurosurgeon Spotlight: Winter 2020 – The Mind of a Neurosurgeon
In The Mind of a Neurosurgeon, join authors as they discuss navigating life as a neurosurgeon. From work-life balance to processing loss, pursuing creative outlets to the responsibility of training the next generation, neurosurgeons have a unique calling that leads to a special life serving others. Browse the articles and step into the mind of […]
Neurosurgery Endorses H. Res. 366 Designating May 2019 as Stroke Awareness Month
In May and June during our focus effort on topics related to vascular neurosurgery, we would be remiss if we didn’t recognize that May is National Stroke Awareness Month. To this end, we wanted to highlight that on May 9, Rep. Joyce Beatty (D-Ohio) introduced a resolution, H. Res. 366, designating May 2019 as “Stroke […]
AANS Spotlight — Science of Practice Marks Theme of 87th AANS Annual Meeting
Beginning on April 13, 2019, the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS) will convene its 87th Annual Meeting in San Diego, California. Through presentations, seminars, practical courses, posters and exhibits, the meeting affords neurosurgeons, and others involved in the care of neurosurgical patients, the opportunity to convene and explore the most significant breakthroughs that have occurred […]
AANS Neurosurgeon Spotlight: Winter 2018 – Neurosurgery’s Crystal Ball
The winter 2018 edition of AANS Neurosurgeon presents Neurosurgery’s Crystal Ball – neurosurgeons speculating on possible advancements and the effects to be had on the specialty. Read through the pages to explore theories, perspectives and insights from those who have taken the time to look ahead to future innovations. This issue is packed with information […]
AANS Neurosurgeon Spotlight: Fall 2018 – The Advice Issue
The fall 2018 edition of AANS Neurosurgeon offers The Advice Issue – neurosurgeons sharing tips, experiences and worthwhile pursuits they have undertaken to broaden their horizons further. Topics discussed in this edition include going back to school, the medical student experience, media training, publishing tips, becoming a successful neurosurgeon-entrepreneur and much more. This is the […]