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Your Essential Partner for Advancing Exponential Outcomes CNS is committed to furthering education and growth in the global neurosurgeon community. #2025CNS
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Registration is now open for the #2025CNS Annual Meeting—the premier neurosurgical conference! This meeting is the best place to network, experience the latest technologies, and learn about recent scientific advancements in the field. Register now and join us Oct. 11-15:
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Congratulations Dr. Beverly Cheserem, winner of CNSF Future Women Leaders in Neurosurgery Scholarship!
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Breaking news! @elonmusk, Founder and CEO of @neuralink will be the 2024 CNS Michael L.J. Apuzzo Lecturer on Creativity and Innovation. Don’t miss this blended interactive virtual session. Have a question you’d like to ask Mr. Musk? Not too late to register for the CNS meeting!
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Start preparing your abstracts for the #2023CNS Annual Meeting! You could have a chance to showcase your original science and join @DGlaucomflecken in Washington D.C. next year:
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New complimentary publication! “Essential Neurosurgery for Medical Students” provides knowledge of the specialty of neurosurgery all medical students should have. It's also a valuable resource for residents. Get it here:
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Congratulations Dr. Sylvia Shitsama, winner of CNSF Future Women Leaders in Neurosurgery Scholarship!
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Join us in congratulating @EladLevyMD in his new role as the 2023 president of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons! Dr. Levy is an exemplary model of all that the CNS stands for. We leave the CNS in his capable hands this year and look forward to his innovative leadership.
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The CNS congratulates Nelson M. Oyesiku for being appointed Chair of the UNC School of Medicine Department of Neurosurgery, effective March 15, 2021. Dr. Oyesiku serves as Editor-in-Chief of NEUROSURGERY® Publications.
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Keep your eyes peeled Sunday for @DGlaucomflecken sightings! He will be stopping by #2023CNS symposia & attendees will have the chance to meet him at the Opening Reception, 6:30-8:00pm at the Marriott Marquis following the first General Scientific Session!
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The CNS is saddened by the passing of neurosurgeon and CNS member James Goodrich. Our thoughts are with his family & friends at this time.
A great neurosurgeon James Goodrich died due to Covid 19( corona virus ) today.RIP sir
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We wanted to take a moment to recognize @EladLevyMD for his hard work and dedication serving as President of the CNS this past year. Thank you for your hard work and sharing your passion for neurosurgery with us!
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It’s official! @EladLevyMD is the 2022-2023 CNS President! Thank you to Dr. Bambakidis for your hard work and dedication this past year.
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The CNS is thrilled to announce we have invited 40 students to attend #2021CNS. Our new "Pathway to Neurosurgery" program is dedicated to alleviating healthcare disparities by encouraging students from under-represented groups pursue a career in neurosurgery.
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Attention all #medstudents! Here's some exciting news from CNS President @eladlevymd: med student CNS memberships are free and you can also attend the #2023CNS Annual Meeting for free! Don't miss out on the opportunity to network with fellow professionals:
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From the past to present….Celebrating Black History Month and the neurosurgeons who make trailblazing contributions each and every day!
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CNS announces the one and only Michelle Obama will complete the incredible speaker lineup on Tuesday, October 19, at #2021CNS Annual Meeting in Austin.
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The CNS is launching a new special webinar series, Black Lives in Neurosurgery: A 3-part Webinar Series. Join us on Thursday, July 16 for the first event, Mobilizing for Racial Equity: A Seminar Addressing Racism and Implicit Bias with Dr. Uché Blackstock.
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Join us in congratulating @MartinaStippler on becoming the CNS President-Elect for the 2025-2026 year! We look forward to what you will accomplish!
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Congratulations to CNS Past-President (2004-2005) and current NEUROSURGERY® Publications Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Nelson M. Oyesiku, on being awarded the inaugural Daniel Louis Barrow Endowed Chair at @EmoryNeurosurg!
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@DGlaucomflecken says #2023CNS is fast approaching! Come for the opportunity to learn with record-breaking abstracts, new and fan-favorite symposia, and networking, while participating in new events like the #CNS5K, neurosurgical art, and more:
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Congratulations Dr. Kimberly Hoang, winner of CNSF Future Women Leaders in Neurosurgery Scholarship!
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Registration for the #2023CNS Annual Meeting is now open! Start planning your trip to Washington D.C. today and get ready to be inspired, innovate, and imagine, September 9-13! See you there: @EladLevyMD . #washingtondc #inspire #innovate #imagine #nsgy
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The CNS is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of neurosurgeon Dr. L. Nelson "Nick" Hopkins III. We were lucky enough to have Dr. Hopkins share his wisdom with us as a 2023 Annual Meeting Honored Guest. We extend our condolences to his family, friends, University at Buffalo
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Happy #NursesDay! Don't forget to thank your nurses for their hard work and tireless devotion to patient care! @NeuroNursesAANN @ANANursingWorld
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Join us in congratulating Daniel J. Hoh on becoming the CNS President-Elect for the 2023-2024 year! We look forward to what you will accomplish!
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NEXUS is proud to have the largest comprehensive online library of neurological cases. Nexus is accessible for free and has the potential to significantly improve trainee preparation, knowledge, and surgical skills.
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We are proud to announce that Dr. Nelson M. Oyesiku, Chair of the Department of Neurological Surgery at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, has been selected to receive the prestigious Distinguished Service Award.
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CNS President @DrAlexKhalessi sat down with the Michael L.J. Apuzzo Lecturer on Creativity and Innovation: CEO and Founder of @neuralink, @elonmusk. As part of their virtual discussion, Mr. Musk answered questions submitted by the audience about his research!
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Join us in congratulating Elad Levy on becoming the CNS President-Elect for the 2022-2023 year! We look forward to what you will accomplish next year!
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Houston we have arrived! The CNS team is on-site in Houston, TX getting ready to welcome everyone to the #2024CNS Annual Meeting starting tomorrow! We look forward to seeing you all there and engaging in some great #neuroscience! There's still time to register online or on-site:
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We have a lot of new exciting activities planned for #2023CNS, including a #5K along the historic streets of #WashingtonDC! CNS President @EladLevyMD can't wait to see your times! Learn more and sign up now:
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The CNS was saddened to hear of the passing of neurosurgeon Dr. Lynda Yang. As a CNS member, Dr. Yang was involved in several committees, sharing her knowledge with many. We extend our sympathies to her family, her friends, and @umichneuro during this difficult time.
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During #WomensHistoryMonth, the CNS will be highlighting a few of the talented women, both past and present, that work in #neurosurgery. Alexa Canady became the first black female neurosurgeon in the U.S. in 1961.
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The Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS) exists fundamentally to enhance health and improve lives. Like many of our members worldwide, we are following the ongoing tragic events in Israel with profound sadness and concern. CNS Statement:
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Congratulations to past CNS President, Dr. Russell Lonser, on his role as chair-elect for the Joint Washington Committee for Neurological Surgery. Dr. Lonser is a longstanding leader in healthcare policy and an advocate for the specialty. We are confident he will do great work!
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Congrats to CNS Educator of the Year, @DamirezFossett! A professor at Howard University, he engages underrepresented students & provides them with unique neurosurgical opportunities. We appreciate his help with the Medical Student Sessions at #2023CNS.
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Everyone loves a brachial plexus refresher! Here is an approach #tweetorial adapted from a case on #CNSNexus from Kimberly Harbaugh of @PennStNeurosurg What are the five terminal branches of the brachial plexus? From which spinal levels does it arise? (1/7)
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The CNS team is on-site in Washington D.C. getting ready to welcome everyone to the #2023CNS Annual Meeting starting tomorrow! We look forward to seeing you all there & engaging in some great #neuroscience! There's still time to register online or on-site:
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We're excited to announce a new product we've been working on this year: SANS Flashcards! These will be quick fact-based knowledge quiz questions covering a comprehensive list of topics. More details and a launch date to follow! .#CNSFlashcards #nsgy #meded
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Join us in congratulating @DrAlexKhalessi on becoming the CNS President-Elect for the 2023-2024 year! We look forward to what you will accomplish next year!
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Join us in congratulating Daniel J. Hoh in his new role as the 2025 President of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons. We leave the CNS in his capable hands this coming year and we look forward to his innovative leadership!
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The CNS is making history in Washington D.C. for #2023CNS so don't miss your opportunity to be a part of it! The abstract deadline has been extended to May 9, so gather your research and contribute to our record shattering number of abstracts this year:
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CNS congratulates its valued Executive Committee member, @nsurgchick, on her role as Chair of Neurosurgery at Henry Ford Health. Join us in celebrating this exciting accomplishment!
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Have you registered yet for the #2023CNS Annual Meeting? Get ready to imagine, innovate, and be inspired in our nation's capital September 9-13! We have some exciting speakers, science, and more to share with you, so start planning today: @EladLevyMD
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The CNS is fortunate to have many extraordinary women in our organization. From our membership, to our volunteers, employees, and our executive committee, CNS wouldn't be a leading educator in neurosurgery without your input. Thank you for your contributions! #WomensHistoryMonth
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Please join us in congratulating the 2023-2024 @NeurosurgeryCNS Resident Fellow, @AliAlawiehmdphd and Deputy Resident Fellow, @Alarsen27. This is the first year for the Deputy Fellowship, and we are excited to see what these two accomplish! . #residentfellows #CNSJournal
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Thank you everyone for coming to #2019CNS! See you in 2020 in Miami! #2019CNS @SteveKalkanisMD, @DoctorGRao, @BrianHoh1, @AshSharan, @MayaBabuMD, @GarniBDarian, @lola_chambless, @arasthagiri, @BrianNahed, @drpouratian, @ClemensSchirmer, @MartinaStippler, @ReginaRns
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President @DrAlexKhalessi and @elonmusk discussed the future of Brain Computer Interface at #2024CNS. This historic conversation on @neuralink was our Michael L.J. Apuzzo Lecture on Creativity and Innovation. Watch the long awaited full interview now!
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Reasons to Believe — Biostatistics and Methodology for the Neurosurgeon is a series of articles that highlight the concepts that underlie high-quality clinical research with neurosurgical examples. The full series is available to read now at ”
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Join us in congratulating Nicholas Bambakidis on becoming the CNS President for the 2021-2022 year! We look forward to all he will accomplish!
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Are you a #resident or med student attending the #2022CNS Annual Meeting? You won't want to miss this symposium with @NitinAgarwalMD and Wilson Zachary Ray on resiliency in residency and during the match process. Add it today: #nsgy #residency #medstudents
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#MedStudents! Don't miss the Medical Student Town Hall this Monday night! Take the opportunity to learn about navigating the match and developing a successful career from Program Directors. Not able to attend in person? Join on Zoom!.
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Introducing Neurosurgery Watch Classic-classic papers that have that impacted clinical management or treatment of neurological diseases. Check out the first case!
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For #IWD2021 we would like celebrate the growing amount of female trailblazers in neurosurgery! We encourage female neurosurgeons early in their medical career to apply for the #CNSF Future Women Leaders in Neurosurgery Scholarship. @WINSneurosurge1
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This #InternationalWomensDay, we wanted to recognize and appreciate all the amazing women we know around the world - like these incredible #CNSF 2022 awardees. Who are the women in your life you are celebrating today?. #womenshistorymonth #womenshistory #neurosurgeons #dei
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Save the date for our #2023CNS Annual Meeting, Sept. 9-13! Imagine, innovate, and inspire in our nation's capital and hear from our honored guests, L. Nelson "Nick" Hopkins and Douglas Kondziolka and featured speaker @DGlaucomflecken
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#2023CNS is the best place for #medstudents to learn more about neurosurgery! Participate in our Med Student Townhall or attend two new symposia designed specifically for you on Sept. 13. Best of all, registration is free for you! See you there:
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We wanted to take a moment to recognize Dr. Nicholas Bambakidis for his hard work and dedication serving as President of the #CNS this past year. Thank you for your hard work and sharing your passion for #neurosurgery with us.
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Today's the day! We are so excited to be in San Francisco to kick-off our #2022CNS Annual Meeting and connect with you all. Be sure to download our app at for daily schedules, most up-to-date information, abstract info, NeuroLingo, and more!
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Join us in congratulating Alexander A. Khalessi in his new role as the 2024 president of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons. We leave the CNS in his capable hands this coming year and we look forward to his innovative leadership!
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Join us for our 2021 Annual Meeting—live, in-person, and free for members in #Austin. We’re grateful to our members who face the challenges of this past year. To say thank you, we’re waiving registration fees to this October’s event.
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The Neurosurgery Survival Guide App is a quick reference, high-yield guide that encompasses key knowledge and information needed when caring for your patients. Ideal for neurosurgical residents, interns, and medical students. Download it today!.
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April is #CelebrateDiversityMonth! To honor and celebrate the growing diversity in #neurosurgery, we wanted to highlight our wonderful #DEI committee. These individuals work to provide diverse, equitable, and inclusive CNS course faculty to ensure all voices are represented!
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November's CNS Spotlight article is Subperiosteal vs Subdural Drain After Burr-Hole Drainage of Chronic Subdural Hematoma: A Randomized Clinical Trial (cSDH-Drain-Trial). Check out the article and see the full list of related content here:
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Breaking news! CNS Foundation announces Future Women Leaders in Neurosurgery Scholarship. Learn more and support:
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The CNS is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of neurosurgeon Dr. Justin Singer. Dr. Singer was an accomplished and respected cerebrovascular and endovascular neurosurgeon. He was a passionate CNS volunteer for our educational programs and scientific program committee. His
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Neuroscientist Greg Dunn created the most complex and artistic depiction of the human brain to date @GDunnArt
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Congratulations to our President, Nicholas Bambakidis on being named Chair of the Department of Neurosurgery for University Hospitals! As an internationally recognized leader in the management of cerebrovascular and skull base surgery, we know this is a well-deserved honor!
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September in D.C.! Join us for the best neurosurgical meeting of the year! Check out this video for everything you can get excited about for #2023CNS plus new additions like the Art of Neurosurgery, the #CNS5K, & more. Register today and save: @EladLevyMD
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The CNS welcomes our 2020–2021 Officers, as well as three new Members-at-Large! As the CNS Celebrates Neurosurgery week draws to a close, we extend a sincere thank you to all of our leaders and volunteers. #CNScelebrates
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I Want to be a Neurosurgeon, inspired by CNS members Odette A. Harris and Isabelle M. Germano, shares their daughters' story about how women can and should pursue any career they want. Download this complimentary e-book today—available in 12 languages!
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Our #2023CNS Pathway to Neurosurgery Program is well underway today - giving high school students some hands on experience in between lectures!
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We just wrapped our last site visit in Washington, D.C. for #2023CNS & we're so excited for September! We have fun events, symposia, & more planned & we can't wait to see you there! There's still time to register before the advanced deadline: @EladLevyMD
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Announcing the 2022 NEUROSURGERY Publications Paper of the Year Award Winners! Thank you to all who submitted and congratulations to the winners. To read about each awardee, see our press release: #PoY #awardwinners #congrats #nsgy #cns #publications
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Announcing the 2023 @NeurosurgeryCNS Paper of the Year Award Winners! Thank you to all who submitted and congratulations to the winners. To read about each awardee, see our press release: #PoY #awardwinners #congrats #nsgy #cns #publications
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The “CNS Essential Papers in Neurosurgery” presents a collection of critically appraised neurosurgical papers that shed light on some of the most impactful studies in the history of neurosurgery. Learn more at
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We wanted to take a moment to recognize @DrAlexKhalessi for his hard work and dedication serving as President of the CNS this past year. Thank you for your hard work and sharing your passion for neurosurgery with us!.@UCSDNeuroSurg
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Congratulations to our very own CNS President .@SteveKalkanisMD on being named the Chief Executive Officer of @HenryFordNews!.
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During #WomensHistoryMonth, the CNS will be highlighting a few of the talented women, both past and present, that work in #neurosurgery. CNS Members Maryam Rahman and Helen Shi reflect on women who have made an impact in their lives and the field of neurosurgery.
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The CNS and CNS Foundation are proud to have awarded so many recipients with DEI awards this year. Join us in congratulating these scholars and we look forward to what they accomplish! Read more about these awards: #cnsf #scholarships #DEI
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Don't miss #2024CNS in Houston, TX, September 28-October 2! Get to know one of our featured speakers, Earvin “Magic” Johnson, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer of Magic Johnson Enterprises, Entrepreneur, and 2X NBA Hall of Famer. He will speak at a GSS:
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Welcome to another #CNSNexus case! This case from Dr. Nakaji at Banner Health! A patient with medically refractory focal epilepsy and a history of febrile seizures has the MRI shown. What is the suspected diagnosis? What is the definition of “medically refractory”?
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Congratulations to @UCSDNeuroSurg on winning this year's SANS Challenge at #2021CNS. They achieved the highest score in the competition's history!
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Announcing the winners of new Joint Cerebrovascular Section awards program launched with the CNS Foundation! I. Joshua Abecassis and Ananth Vellimana win three-year investigation awards, each valued at $150,000. Congratulations to both: #scholarship #cnsf
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#CNSNexus is proud to have the largest comprehensive online library of neurological cases. Nexus is accessible for free and has the potential to significantly improve preparation, knowledge, & surgical skills. Submit a case of your own or view cases here:
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Medical students are invited to join us for Part 2 of our Navigating the Neurosurgery Match in 2020 series, Virtual Interviews, on Sep 8. at 7:00 pm CDT. Learn how to approach virtual interviews, including what to wear, where to set up, and more.
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The results are in! @UCSDNeuroSurg are the 3-time champs! Walter Reed took second and @MGHNeurosurg third - it was a great competition - congrats to all the teams!
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The #2023CNS Annual Meeting Abstract Center is now open! Submit your original science today for the chance to showcase all your hard work to your mentors and peers in Washington D.C., Sept. 9-13! #abstracts #neurosurgery
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