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The American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS) is dedicated to advancing neurological surgery and promoting the highest quality of patient care.
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Attend the Opening Session on Friday, April 21 at 5 pm to kick off
#AANS2023
with excitement and style. Join friends and colleagues in Los Angeles for innovative science and new technologies.
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Share your voice and contribute to the
#WhatMatters
conversation for
#AANS2024
. Submit a video by uploading via the link and sharing on social media, utilizing the
#WhatMatters2Me
hashtag.
#Neurosurgeon
#Neurosurgery
#Neuroscience
#MedTwitter
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Start planning your onsite experience for the premier gathering of spine and peripheral nerve professionals at the 2024 Spine Summit, February 21-24, in Las Vegas. View the schedule-at-a-glance to gain a preliminary overview of the meeting.
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Share your voice and contribute to the
#WhatMatters
conversation for
#AANS2024
. Submit a video by uploading via the link and sharing on social media, utilizing the
#WhatMatters2Me
hashtag.
#Neurosurgeon
#Neurosurgery
#Neuroscience
#MedTwitter
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The 2024
#SpineSummit
is the premier event for spine and peripheral nerve professionals. Eric A. Potts, MD, FAANS, and Wilson Z. Ray, MD, FAANS, explain more about the courses offered during this one-of-a-kind meeting. Register now:
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On April 15, 1931, Dr. Harvey Cushing performed his 2,000th operation for verified intracranial tumor.
#AANSarchives
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The AANS mourns the passing of Evandro de Oliveira, MD, PhD, IFAANS, a great mentor and an international leader of intracranial surgery. Our condolences go out to his family and all those sharing this loss.
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#HappyBirthdayHarvey
! Today marks the 152nd birthday of the father of neurosurgery, Dr. Harvey Cushing.
#AANSarchives
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Dr. Harvey Cushing checking up on his patient following a cerebellar tumor operation.
#AANSarchives
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What a joyous occasion last night at the
@WINSneurosurge1
Celebration, hosted by the
@NREFORG
. Congratulations to the award recipients and to all the strong women improving the world of
#Neurosurgery
!
#AANS2023
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"What matters in Neuro-Oncology is maximal safe resections, because extent of resection is meaningless without safety." This year’s Cushing Award for Technical Excellence and Innovation in Neurosurgery, Mitchel S. Berger, MD on
#WhatMatters2Me
.
#AANS2024
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In honor of Harvey Cushing's birthday, we're opening up the
#AANSarchives
. Here he is pictured at his desk at the Johns Hopkins. Keep an eye out for featured Harvey photos throughout the week.
#HappyBirthdayHarvey
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Learn to maximize reimbursement, overcome revenue cycle challenges and implement best practices with our new course!
#Neurosurgery
#Coding
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Incoming AANS President, Jacques Morcos, MD, FAANS, unveils the new brand promise: Driven by full engagement & accountability, ensuring constant connectivity within the organization & with partners. Focused on efficient, effective & transparent goal execution for tangible results
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The
#AANSarchives
feature historic illustrations by Mildred Codding, Harvey Cushing's medical artist from 1928-1932.
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The AANS welcomes its members from around the world to the 2019 AANS Annual Scientific Meeting in San Diego.
#AANS2019
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#HappyBirthdayHarvey
! Today marks the 151st birthday of the father of neurosurgery, Dr. Harvey Cushing.
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Today is the birthday of Harvey Cushing (1869-1939), one of the founding fathers of neurosurgery.
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Today’s Google Doodle honors Wilder Penfield, neurosurgeon and pioneer of epilepsy treatment.
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Congratulations 2021 neurosurgical residency matches! See who matched, and share your match with the AANS:
#Match2021
@youngneuros
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Will Flanary, MD, AKA - Dr. Glaucomflecken, ophthalmologist and comedian, will be joining the AANS as a speaker at
#AANS2023
. Register today and wait for hilarity to ensue.
@DGlaucomflecken
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Due to growing concerns brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic,
#AANS2020
is canceled. Although it is with sincere regret that we won't meet in Boston, the health, safety & well-being of the community is the AANS’ highest priority. Learn more:
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The AANS mourns the passing of New York neurosurgeon Dr. James T. Goodrich. Our condolences go out to his family and all those sharing this loss.
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📣 Exciting News! 📣Dr. Shelly D. Timmons, MD, PhD, FAANS, has been appointed Chair of the Department of
#Neurosurgery
at
@MedicalCollege
. 🎉 She will also be awarded the prestigious Sanford J. Larson, MD, PhD, Chair in Neurosurgery. Dr. Timmons brings a wealth of expertise in
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Mini Harvey Cushing, MD, is for sale at the AANS Resource Center Booth 2139 while supplies last. Take home the founding father of neurosurgery!
#AANS2018
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In 1926, Harvey Cushing's work, "The Life of Sir William Osler," won a Pulitzer Prize for best American biography.
#AANSarchives
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Watch a free 12-part online course for residents covering endovascular and vascular techniques
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Huge thank you to our
#AANS2023
Social Ambassadors! Head to the main entrance to see our full list of ambassadors and make sure to give them all a follow.
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What a weekend at
#AANS2022
. Thank you to all who came to attend, exhibit, present and learn. We can not wait to do it all over again next year in Los Angeles, April 21-24.
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Philadelphia neurosurgeon looks to provide mentorship for women entering the specialty
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Thank you all for making
#AANS2024
such a resounding success! We are already looking forward to seeing you all again in Boston for
#AANS2025
. Just 352 days until we are back together.
#Neurosurgery
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Past AANS President, Regis Haid, MD, FAANS, presenting the 2024 AANS Cushing Award Medalist to Christopher Shaffrey, MD, FAANS.
#AANS2024
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Dr. Harvey Cushing is pictured with Dr. Vittorio Putti, innovative orthopedic surgeon and fellow bibliophile, 1932.
#AANSarchives
#HappyBirthdayHarvey
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Patient plays guitar while undergoing deep brain stimulation surgery.
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Congratulations to the future
#neurosurgeons
on
#MatchDay
! Your hard work has paid off, and we can't wait to see the incredible impact you'll make. Welcome to the journey ahead!
#Neurosurgery
#MatchDay2024
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That's a wrap! Thank you to all of our
#volunteers
, members,
#neurosurgeons
and sponsors. And a massive congratulations to
@NeurosurgeryRE
for a fantastic event. We'll see you all next year in Chicago for
#AANS2024
.
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A
#NeuroSTATLine
Snapshot of the time dedicated by neurosurgeons
#Surgeons
#neurosurgery
#privilegeofservice
@braindamedeb
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“I am passionate about promoting and mentoring women and other underrepresented minorities in science and medicine.” Follow AANS Diversity member, Analiz Rodriguez, MD, PhD journey through neurosurgery.
@ARODMDPHD
@AANSDiversity
#AANSdiversity
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Illustration of an epidural hematoma – coronal view – by Harvey Cushing. Original image published in
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“I can't remember the time when I didn't want to be a doctor.” - Dr. Louise Eisenhardt, one of the first female neurosurgeons in the US. Read her inspiring story in this
@yalelibrary
exhibition:
#WomenInMedicine
#Neurosurgery
@WINSneurosurge1
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Fellows: Cover the latest neuroendovascular surgical techniques with this free, comprehensive
#AANSNeuroU
course:
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Mini Harvey Cushing, MD, is for sale at the AANS Resource Center Booth 2139 while supplies last. Take home the founding father of neurosurgery!
#AANS2018
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Research Shows American Civil War Doctors Were Less Competent in Brain Surgery than Ancient Peruvian Doctors
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Medical students considering neurosurgery: Don't miss the 4-hour "How to Apply to Residency" at Virtual
#AANS2021
@youngneuros
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Dr. Harvey Cushing is pictured here with Dr. Gaston deCoppet, Miss Connors and Dr. George Armitage.
#AANSarchives
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Acclaimed neurosurgeon Robert Spetzler earns Lifetime Achievement Award
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Born into extreme poverty, now-retired neurosurgeon honored in Britain
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Congratulations to Rich W. Byrne, MD, FAANS, on being named the new chair of the Department of Neurosurgery at Mayo Clinic in Florida! Your leadership continues to inspire us all. Learn more about Dr. Byrne:
#HealthcareLeaders
@MayoClinicNeuro
@Richbyrne37
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Alzheimer’s protein may spread like an infection, human brain scans suggest
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Scientists Just Discovered How Water Gets From Blood Into The Brain
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Former NFL Player Myron Rolle Begins His Neurosurgery Residency at Harvard
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Check out this historical trephine set, a surgical instrument used to cut a circular piece of the skull bone.
#AANSarchives
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The number of female neurosurgeons is increasing – but where do they go after residency?
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Featured Speaker Will Flanary, MD, also known as Dr. Glaucomflecken, ophthalmologist and comedian, will be appearing at the Opening Session, Friday, April 21, 6:45–7 pm.
#AANS2023
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The 2018 Top Gun has been chosen! Congratulations to Ryan Austerman with the individual high score, and Houston Methodist placing as top team.
#AANS2018
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The AANS thanks healthcare providers on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic response. Your tireless work to protect the public and care for patients, especially during these difficult times, is what makes the healthcare community an extraordinary group of people. Thank you.
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Odette Harris, MD, FAANS, is a trailblazer—working to make
#neurosurgery
more diverse, equitable & accessible. Vice Chair of
#Diversity
for
@StanfordNsurg
, she fosters equity as one of the nation's first black female neurosurgery professors
@AANSDiversity
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Today is
#WorldBrainTumorDay
. An estimated 94,390 people in the US will receive a primary
#BrainTumor
diagnosis in 2023. Help spread awareness about this medical condition and explore AANS
#PatientFriendly
resources.
@TumorSection
#MedTwitter
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After a fantastic Young Neurosurgeons Research Forum, we're enjoying the Reception Hosted by E2M Committee Jointly with
@councilsns
. Networking and share insights as we celebrate our collective journey in
#neurosurgery
#AANS2024
#YoungNeurosurgeons
@drwallymd
@AngelaMRichard1
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The AANS is thrilled to debut its new podcast series It’s Not Brain Surgery, which highlights neurosurgeons and their experiences from their time in the industry. In episode 1,
@AdamArthurMD
discusses how he navigates interdisciplinary teams.
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L. M. Davey, MD, preserved Harvey Cushing's coat for half a century after spotting it hanging on the library door at Yale University following Cushing's death. In 1988, the
#AANSarchives
acquired his office coat from Brigham Hospital.
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Take a moment to explore the cavernous sinus in The
#Rhoton
Collection:
http://t.co/l5eiGMytGg
#imageoftheweek
http://t.co/MMOe6oh2vI
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A huge thank you to the 2024 Social Ambassadors for all that they do to help build up the AANS! Head to the foyer in front of registration to check out their handles and give them a follow.
#AANS2024
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August is
#NeurosurgeryAwarenessMonth
. This year, the AANS is highlighting brain tumors and back to school safety. Learn more:
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Inspiring
#AANS2023
presidential address with
@NeurosurgeryRE
@AANS_President
. From
#MyFirstAANS
to
#Neurosurgeons
as
#Advocates
and
#Diversity
, there’s so much to be excited about.
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Harvey Cushing (left) pictured with Dr. Gaston de Coppet, Miss Connors and Dr. George Armitage.
#AANSarchives
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@FaithCRobertson
discusses her journey through
#residency
at
@harvardmed
, completing her
#MBA
, pursuing a career in academic
#neurosurgery
and how she plans to utilize this education to develop a unique surgical innovation model. Listen to this episode of
#ItsNotBrainSurgery
,
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Free online lecture: Cervical Spine Clearance in the Obtunded Patient
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Every year, approximately 30,000 patients in the U.S. suffer from a ruptured
#CerebralAneurysm
. Learn more about them during
#NeurosurgeryAwarenessMonth
on the AANS
#Patient
Resource page
#Neurosurgery
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Interact with
#neuroanatomy
like never before with the
#RhotonCollection
in 2D and 3D formats:
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Founded in 1931 as the Harvey Cushing Society, we are proud to celebrate the history and culture of neurosurgery.
Take a peek into Harvey Cushing's office.
#HappyBirthdayHarvey
#AANSarchives
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NEW MEETING DATES: The
#AANS2021
Annual Meeting will take place in Vancouver, Aug. 14-18. More information available soon.
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The AANS would like to congratulate new residents nationwide and welcome you to the world of neurosurgery!
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Currently at the Comprehensive World Brain Mapping session! Exploring
#BrainMapping
in
#BrainTumor
and functional
#neurosurgery
. International experts showcase techniques with illustrative cases.
#AANS2024
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August is
#NeurosurgeryAwarenessMonth
. This year, the AANS is highlighting the prevention and treatment of head injuries in children. Learn more:
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Explore the cutting-edge of brain tumor treatment with Michael Lim, MD, FAANS, chair of Stanford Neurosurgery. Learn about the latest in brain tumor
#immunotherapy
at the Ronal Bittner Lecture, May 4, from 2:30-3 PM.
#AANS2024
#Neurosurgery
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Congratulations to
#AANS2021
Quest Award winners
@keyanpeterson
@panos_mast
@jakeyoung11
and Caroline Goedmakers! Watch their presentations here:
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