Vascular Neurosurgery: Patients First + Scientific Progress = Improving Outcomes
Clemens M. Schirmer, MD, PhD, FAANS, FAHAChair, AANS/CNS Communications and Public Relations CommitteeGeisingerWilkes Barre, PA Our vascular neurosurgery focus ends and with it a sweeping overview of the field of vascular neurosurgery. We began in May in coordination with the efforts of Rep. Joyce Beatty (D-Ohio), who introduced a resolution, H. Res. 366, designating May […]
AVM Patient Story Provides Opportunity to Appreciate Communication as an Integral Aspect of the Patient-centered Care Model
Tyler Martin Schmidt, DO (right)Neurosurgical Resident at University of Rochester Medical CenterRochester, NY Kristopher T. Kimmell, MD (left)Neurosurgeon at North Kansas City Hospital/Meritas HealthNorth Kansas City, MO Tim Smith was well acquainted with the medical field. His wife was a newborn intensive care unit (NICU) nurse, and his daughter works as an emergency room physician. […]
Faces of Neurosurgery – Saluting Dr. Babak S. Jahromi: Applying Neurosurgical Expertise to Save a Patient with Heart Disease
Guest post from Kristopher T. Kimmell Neurosurgical Resident, University of Rochester Medical Center Rochester, NY Babak S. Jahromi, MD PhD, though a neurosurgeon, used his skill and expertise to save the life of a heart patient with a rare disorder. Since February is American Heart Month, it is fitting to honor him for his efforts. […]