Neurological Surgery

Objectives:

To introduce the student to the principles of neurological surgery and neurological diseases amenable to surgical treatment.

Description:

1. The student will participate in daily rounds and discussions with the neurosurgeon and his staff.
2. He/she will do patient work ups and be present in the operating room at the time of a neurosurgical procedure.
3. An oral examination will be given at the end of the elective.

Night Call/Special Requirements:

None

Responsible Faculty/Rank:

1. Ghassan Khayyat, M.D., Associate Professor of Neurosurgery, NEOMED