News & Events
New robotic technology being tested can make neurosurgical procedures more efficient and effective – and more accessible
Neurosurgery, Research
Team uses Japanese continuous improvement process to get patients to the right provider at the right time
Neurosurgery, Patient Care
Department leadership in transition
Neurosurgery, Leadership
New clinic improves access for positional plagiocephaly patients on the east side of the Metro area
After a couple of years getting things in place – and a pandemic to wait out – the new M Health Fairview positional plagiocephaly clinic is now open in Maplewood on the east side of the Twin Cities...
Neurosurgery, Patient Care
Haines Family Lecturer says life as a trialist neurosurgeon has enabled him to connect more deeply with neurological disease and his patients
In May of 2012, Neurosurgery Department Professor Emeritus Stephen Haines, MD, and his late father, Gerald Haines, MD, PhD, established the Haines Family Lectureship on Clinical...
Neurosurgery, Research
Department welcomes PGY1 residents
Two new residents began their seven-year journey with the Department on July 1, 2023. Both bring unique perspectives and extensive experience to their residency.
Neurosurgery, Education
Chou Lecturer notes that neurosurgeons are at the forefront of diagnosing and treating pituitary conditions
On June 22, Dr. Nelson Oyesiku gave the endowed Shelley N. Chou Lecture hosted by the Neurosurgery Department. His presentation was titled, “Evolution and Revolution in Pituitary Medicine and Surgery...
Neurosurgery
What does running a marathon have in common with being a neurosurgeon? A lot more than you might think.
Functional neurosurgeon Dr. Robert McGovern believes that the amount of time and discipline it takes to be a good distance runner is akin to what it takes to be a good neurosurgeon.
Neurosurgery
Graduating residents taking a variety of skills with them to their next challenge
Drs. Sam Cramer and Bryan Ladd feel well prepared for where they're going.
Neurosurgery, Education
Resident’s goal is to be the best bedside doctor and operative surgeon he can be
Nothing motivates PGY4 resident Dr. Sam Jones like having the opportunity to operate. During residency, he is honing his ability to do so.
Neurosurgery, Students
2023 Chou Nursing Award recipients gratified, inspired by the recognition
The award is likened to an "Oscar" among the nurses on the Neuroscience Unit.
Neurosurgery
Alumni Spotlight: Jacques Morcos, MD, FRCS, FAANS, 1990-1993
Residency program alumnus, Dr. Jacques Morcos, was attracted to the U because of the high quality of the education.
Neurosurgery, Alumni
Listening to and partnering with brain tumor patients to optimize their outcome
After surgery, Jeremy Priem is treating his brain cancer his way — with the support of his neurosurgeon.
Neurosurgery, Patient Care