Events
The Department of Neurological Surgery at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine holds events for faculty, residents and fellows. See details on the individual events via the entries below.Jul
26
Aug
02
1st Chung Lee International Lecture Series- Jin Woo Chang, MD, PhD: President Korean Neurousurgical Society.
Chicago - 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Neurosurgery Grand Rounds
Aug
08
Homewood Brain Tumor Support Group
Off-Campus - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
We welcome all people affected by brain or spine tumors, including patients, caregivers and families. You don't have to receive care at Northwestern Medicine to attend. Run by advanced practice neuro-oncology nurses, the group offers opportunities to share personal experiences and receive support; connect with others affected by brain and spine tumors; and learn more about brain tumor related topics.
Aug
19
Northwestern Brain Tumor Support Group
Chicago - 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
We welcome all people affected by brain or spine tumors, including patients, caregivers and families. You don't have to receive care at Northwestern Medicine to attend. While meetings are always held at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, the room number can change from month to month. To learn the room number before attending a meeting, call Chris Balmaceda, LCSW, at 312-926-5351.
Sep
06
Grand Rounds: Visiting Professor Dr. Neil Malhotra of UPenn
Chicago - 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Neurosurgery Grand Rounds
Neil R. Malhotra, MD Surgeon Co-Director, Translational Spine Research Lab Director, Neurosurgery Quality Improvement Initiative Vice Chairman for Operations, Department of Neurosurgery Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery Associate Professor of Neurosurgery at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Sep
10
Northwestern Brain Aneurysm/AVM Support Group
Chicago - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Organized by the Department of Neurosurgery at Northwestern Medicine and supported by the Brain Aneurysm Foundation, the Brain Aneurysm and Vascular Malformation Support Group meets quarterly to discuss issues related to the diagnosis and management of brain aneurysms and vascular malformations as well as to share personal experiences. Patients, loved-ones, friends, and caregivers are all welcome.
September has a casual dinner included for aneurysm awareness month.
Sep
13
Grand Rounds: Point/Counterpoint with Dr. Nader Dahdaleh and Dr. Zachary Smith
Chicago - 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Neurosurgery Grand Rounds
Sep
15
Head for the Cure 5K Run/Walk
Off-Campus - 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Head for the Cure 5K Run/Walks raise awareness and funding to inspire hope for the community of brain cancer patients, as well as their families, friends, caregivers and other supporters, while celebrating their courage, spirit and energy.
Sep
20
Lou and Jean Malnati Brain Tumor Institute Series: Guest Michael D. Taylor, MD
Chicago - 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Neurosurgery Grand Rounds
Sep
27
Oct
04
Grand Rounds: Visiting Professor Dr. Nader Pouratian of UCLA
Chicago - 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Neurosurgery Grand Rounds
Dr. Nader Pouratian specializes in surgeries to restore and preserve brain function, including deep brain stimulation for movement disorders (and other emerging indications) and epilepsy surgery. In addition, he treats peripheral nerve and brachial plexus injuries and tumors. His research focuses on developing novel interventions and technologies for neurological restoration.
Oct
11
Oct
11
Grand Rounds: Dr. Daniel Oyon and Dr. Amanda Saratsis
Chicago - 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Neurosurgery Grand Rounds
Oct
18
Grand Rounds: Dr. Matthew Ordon and Dr. Arthur DiPatri
Chicago - 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Neurosurgery Grand Rounds