Neurosurgery
An Introduction to Neurosurgery
Neurosurgery, one of the most innovative, fastest advancing specialties, is broad in that it encompasses surgery of the CNS (brain and spinal cord), as well as peripheral nerves to the entire body. It serves as a tool for both diagnosis and treatment of patients with injury to, or diseases/disorders of the nervous system. Surgical advances continue in areas such as craniotomy, brain and spinal tumours, endovascular procedures, epilepsy, movement disorders, paediatrics, traumatic injuries, ventricular shunts and more.
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Leading experts share their perspectives on the most important therapeutic and treatment updates at AAN 2026 and discuss how these findings may shape the future of neurologic care At American Academy of Neurology (AAN) Annual Meeting, Chicago, IL, USA, April 18–22, 2026, major ...
Emerging data from AAN 2026 across neuroimmunology, epilepsy, neuromuscular disease, movement disorders and neuroinfectious disease highlighted the continued evolution of neurology toward more precise, personalized and mechanism-driven care. The American Academy of Neurology (AAN) Annual Meeting, Chicago, IL, USA, from April 18–22, 2026, ...
In our inaugural touchNEUROLOGY Future Leaders 2025 campaign, we celebrate the next generation of neurologists, rising stars shaping the future of clinical practice, research, and education across neurological specialties.
As touchNEUROLOGY approaches 20 years of providing education for busy neurologists, we are looking to the future—and it certainly looks bright!
Physician burnout is at a critical point. In this episode, Nicky speaks with Dr Alfred Atanda about why so many physicians are burning out and what can be done to change the trend. From personal experience to system-wide solutions, Dr Atanda shares valuable insights on improving physician well-being and building a more effective healthcare culture.
“Your brain thrives on connection; meeting people, interacting and sharing ideas is vital for not only your individual brain health but also our species survival” - Dr Hannah Critchlow Nominated as a touchNEUROLOGY Future Leader 2025, we speak with Dr ...
In this episode, we explore the future of continuing medical education (CME) with the team behind touchIME. Hannah Fisher and Matthew Goodwin share insights into global and US trends, the importance of patient inclusivity and how educational outcomes are evolving to better measure the direct impact of learning on clinical practice and patient care.
In this episode, we’re joined by Bradley Love, Professor of Cognitive and Decision Sciences at UCL, ELLIS fellow, and creator of BrainGPT. We discuss how this large language model is poised to assist researchers in advancing their work.
In this insightful Q&A, Dr Lawson shares the inspirations and motivations that led him to pursue a career in neurocritical care, the challenges he faces in this demanding specialty and his vision for the future of the field.
Intracranial radiosurgery, no matter the means or methods of administration, is predicated on a core set of principles, including head immobilization and precise delineation of the treatment target. For some five decades after Leksell introduced the concept of stereotactic radiosurgery ...
Studying cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is essential for diagnosing many central nervous system (CNS) diseases, including infection, inflammation and malignancy. Lumbar puncture is a relatively safe and routinely performed procedure for extracting CSF.1 In this review, we summarize the essential CSF ...
Infections and their prevention have long been a significant concern for surgeons around the world. Surgical site infections (SSIs) represent a considerable burden for both patients and providers alike, as they often result in significant morbidity and mortality, as well ...
Timothy Deer, President of the International Neuromodulation Society (INS), on how the attending global neuromodulation community at INS 2019 is set to experience a meaningful and unforgettable event. The International Neuromodulation Society's 14th World Congress will be held in Sydney, Australia ...
Cerebral cavernous malformations are commonly found in deep regions of the brain, such as the thalamus and brainstem.1 While posing a significant risk of hemorrage,2 they also present a surgical challenge as the rates of morbidity and mortality are high.1,3 ...
Recently released guidelines on the use of disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) include guidance on starting, switching, and stopping treatment. The guidelines, which were produced by a multidisciplinary panel and endorsed by the Multiple Sclerosis Association ...
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