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New residents excited about the opportunity to continue doing research while learning to become proficient neurosurgeons
The Neurosurgery Department’s two new residents are beginning the clinical aspect of their seven-year journey at the U.
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Recent Homecoming event brought together generations of graduates and department heads, and featured distinguished lectures
On May 14-15, 2022, the U of M Department of Neurosurgery hosted its first Homecoming event. It attracted alumni from throughout the country, four generations of department heads, and three endowed...
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Graduating residents feel well prepared for what comes next
On June 24, 2022, Chief Residents David Freeman, MD, PhD; and Lauren Sand, MD, completed the seventh and final year of their residency during the...
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The immeasurable impact of long-term relationships
This article written by a Solidarity Bridge member commemorates the recent Bolivian Neurosurgery Congress and highlights the global efforts of a U of M alumnus and a current faculty member.
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Newest nurse practitioner is enjoying learning a new specialty
Brent Bissen, DNP/FNP, recently joined the inpatient nursing team on the Neuroscience Unit of the University of Minnesota Medical Center.
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Neuroscience nursing: challenging, rewarding, exciting
We're featuring three of our nurses during Neuroscience Nurses Week, exploring why they love their profession, the challenges they face, and the advice they would give someone who wants to do what...
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A salute to our nurses
National Nurses Week, May 6 – 12, 2022, reminds us to celebrate our nurses and express our gratitude for their pursuit of a higher calling.
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Young Parkinson’s disease patient doesn’t let his condition get him down
Jason Kopacz chose deep brain stimulation surgery with neurosurgeon Dr. Robert McGovern to help him manage his Parkinson's disease symptoms.
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Researcher Spotlight: Ping Zhu, MD, MMed, PhD
Department researcher wants to shine some light on glioblastoma treatment.
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Saying goodbye: Dr. Edward Seljeskog
It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the passing on March 16, 2022, of Professor Emeritus Edward Seljeskog, MD, PhD, one of the early graduates of our residency program and a...
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Extensive experience with rare condition enables U of M team to get young patient through two surgeries successfully
When 25-year-old Iowa resident Zac Page traveled to Colorado, he experienced significant headaches that he thought were caused by altitude. It was something much rarer and potentially much more...
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Neuroscience unit nurses embrace multiple patient safety efforts
The nursing staff on the Neuroscience Unit of University of Minnesota Medical Center demonstrate their passionate commitment to patient safety during Patient Safety Awareness Week...and every week.
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New nurse practitioner focusing her work on patients with facial pain
Nurse Practitioner Seena George, MSN-FNP, recently moved to the Neurosurgery Department after spending five years in the U’s Neurology Department. She is working primarily with...
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Substantial NIH grant enables faculty member to continue innovative spinal cord injury work
Associate Professor Ann Parr, MD, PhD, was recently notified that she had been awarded a National Institutes of Health RO1 Award. “Getting the award ... means that your work is...
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After years of preparation, first Veteran undergoes DBS procedure at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center
Thanks to a committed collaboration between the U of M and the VA, Veterans no longer have to travel across the country to have deep brain stimulation procedures done.
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Neuroanatomy curriculum a vital part of resident education
Neurosurgery Department residents began their new neuroanatomy curriculum last July. Developed by department neurosurgeons, the curriculum is a combination of didactic and hands-on...
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Using the most cutting-edge technology to advance the care of brain tumor patients
In addition to Madelyn Lauer's brain tumor resection and follow-up treatment, Dr. Clark Chen chose her as the first patient to have post-operative imaging done in a new portable MRI machine.
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New grant enabling U of M research team to look at brain cancer on a cell-by-cell basis
Neurosurgery Department researcher Dr. Andrew Venteicher was recently notified that he was co-winner of the Martin D. Abeloff Scholar Award from North Carolina-based V Foundation. He and his team...
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Department welcomes a new Physician Assistant
Physician Assistant Brigette Kerber recently joined the department and works on the Neuroscience Unit (6A) at M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center. She helps...
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Making sure a family has everything they need to support their son born with hydrocephalus
When Ibrahim Ali was born on July 1, 2020, his parents Egal Abdi and Amal Mohamoud noticed that his eyes always looked down and that he was making unusual noises at night. Their pediatrician guided...
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