Neurosurgery is an exhilarating and rewarding field that combines cutting-edge technology with the intricate art of surgical precision. Yet, despite its allure, many medical students feel intimidated or uncertain about pursuing this path. As a fourth-year medical student applying to neurosurgery, I have noticed several barriers that could be addressed to make the field more Read more… How can we make neurosurgery more accessible to future generations? originally appeared in KevinMD.com ..read more

The COVID-19 pandemic has left an indelible mark on every aspect of health care, including neurosurgery. As a fourth-year medical student navigating my neurosurgical rotations during this unprecedented time, I experienced firsthand how the pandemic reshaped our approach to medical education, patient care, and surgical practice. This period has been transformative, challenging my understanding of Read more… How COVID-19 shaped my view on neurosurgery: a medical student’s insight originally appeared in KevinMD.com ..read more

Teaching is a blast! As an attending, I love to employ offbeat methods, with absurdity and humor, at times skirting the edge of political incorrectness, all for the purpose of enhancing one’s medical education. Educating medical students and residents by practicing physicians is a tried-and-true element of medical education, a practice dating back through the Read more… The surprising power of laughter and creativity in medical training originally appeared in KevinMD.com ..read more

Failure is a word that carries a heavy burden, particularly in the field of neurosurgery, where precision is paramount and the stakes are often life and death. As a 4th-year medical student preparing to enter this demanding specialty, I have come to realize that failure is not something to be feared, but rather an essential Read more… Redefining failure in neurosurgery: a student’s perspective on growth and learning originally appeared in KevinMD.com ..read more

A medical school classmate recently said to me, “You won’t be remembered for your failures.” Her words were exactly what I needed to hear after failing my medical school licensing exam. She was right—I am more than my failures. I have failed, but I am not a failure. There is a difference. Failing is something Read more… Failure is not the end: Creating space for grace in the medical field originally appeared in KevinMD.com ..read more

As a fourth-year medical student on the cusp of entering neurosurgery, I am constantly amazed by the innovations revolutionizing this field. These advances promise not only to transform the practice of neurosurgery but also to redefine the training and skill set required for the next generation of neurosurgeons. From virtual reality (VR) for surgical planning Read more… Neurosurgical innovations that could define my generation of surgeons originally appeared in KevinMD.com ..read more

Neurosurgery has always been at the forefront of medical innovation, but recent technological advancements are poised to transform the field even further. As a fourth-year medical student applying to neurosurgery residency, I’ve been fascinated by how emerging technologies are reshaping the landscape of neurosurgery. From artificial intelligence and robotics to augmented reality and minimally invasive Read more… How neurosurgery is evolving with technology: a student’s perspective on the future of the field originally appeared in KevinMD.com ..read more

Neurosurgery is a rapidly evolving field, with continuous advancements in technologies and techniques. For aspiring neurosurgeons, involvement in research is key to enhancing residency applications and contributing to the field’s progress. Here are some practical tips for students aiming to contribute to neurosurgery research: 1. Find a mentor who matches your research interests. Identifying the Read more… How medical students can contribute to neurosurgery research: tips for getting started originally appeared in KevinMD.com ..read more

I attended a workshop on developing equitable health information materials, emphasizing that people are more responsive to data when individuals of similar complexion and/or features are represented. This concept originated in education, where research indicated that youth learned better from teachers with similar characteristics, and it was subsequently extended to health care. However, universal application Read more… Why representation alone won’t solve health care equity issues originally appeared in KevinMD.com ..read more

As a fourth-year medical student applying to neurosurgery residency, my rotation in neurosurgery has been one of the most intense and rewarding experiences of my medical education. The days are long, the cases complex, and the learning curve steep, but every day reaffirms my passion for the specialty. Here is a glimpse into a typical Read more… A day in the life of a medical student on a neurosurgery rotation originally appeared in KevinMD.com ..read more