Program Overview

Department of Neurological Surgery

The Department of Neurological Surgery offers a residency program that provides a comprehensive education and training in neurological surgery.

Neurological Surgery Residency

The Neurological Surgery Residency program is designed to provide residents with a thorough understanding of the principles and practices of neurological surgery. The program includes:

• About the Residency: An overview of the residency program, including its goals and objectives.
• Message from the Program Director: A welcome message from the program director, outlining the program's vision and expectations.
• Our Residents: Information about the current residents, including their backgrounds and interests.
• Events: A list of upcoming events, including conferences, workshops, and seminars.
• AANS Student Chapter: Information about the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS) student chapter, including its activities and membership.
• Medical Student Sub-internship: An opportunity for fourth-year medical students to gain hands-on experience in neurological surgery.

Medical Student Sub-internship

The Medical Student Sub-internship program is designed to provide fourth-year medical students with a firsthand experience in neurological surgery. The program includes:

• Exposure to all facets of the neurological surgery service, including spine, cerebrovascular, functional, tumor, pediatric, and peripheral nerve.
• Rounds in the ICUs and on the wards with the residents in the morning.
• Preparation for and participation in cases in the operating room.
• Participation in seeing inpatient consults and attending faculty clinics and teaching conferences.
• Taking call with the residents, with observation of resident work hour restrictions.
• Presentation of a brief presentation on a neurosurgical topic of their choice.

Sub-internships

The department offers sub-internships to fourth-year medical students through the Visiting Student Learning Opportunities (VSLO) program. The sub-internship provides an opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience in neurological surgery and to learn from experienced faculty and residents.

Program Details

The program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) and is designed to provide residents with a comprehensive education and training in neurological surgery. The program includes a variety of educational and training activities, including:

• Didactic lectures and seminars.
• Hands-on training in the operating room and in patient care.
• Participation in research projects and scholarly activities.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Conclusion

The Department of Neurological Surgery at UMass Chan Medical School offers a comprehensive residency program in neurological surgery, including a medical student sub-internship program. The program provides a thorough education and training in neurological surgery, with opportunities for hands-on experience, research, and professional development.