Fall 2022

In this edition of the newsletter, WINS is excited to share the section’s past and future events. Here WINS explores some of the events at the previous AANS Annual Scientific Meeting this spring in Philadelphia and introduce some of our upcoming courses a...

At the 2022 AANS Annual Scientific Meeting in Philadelphia this past April, Women in Neurosurgery (WINS) held its annual AANS WINS Breakfast. featuring Esther Duflo, PhD, and the 2022 Louise Eisenhardt Lecturer. Guests included graduate and medical students,...

Following a successful inaugural 2021-2022 season, WINS is excited to announce the following updates to the WINS Mentorship Program. This is the first year that activities have been tailored for each level of training in neurosurgery from medical students...

The WINS Medical Student Working Group was established in January 2022 to formalize pathways for leadership, mentorship and research opportunities, while also identifying ways in which medical students can help advance the mission of WINS. Alexandra (Sasha)...

Congratulations to the new 2022-2023 American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS) President Dr. Ann R Stroink, MD, FAANS. Dr. Stroink has a history of service in organized neurosurgery. We are proud to see female leadership in our ranks. Please...

Leveling the Playing Field – Thoughts on Parental Leave  Given the current climate for women and reproductive rights in this country, it remains imperative that as representation of women in neurosurgery increases, we continue to advocate for po...

WINS at CNS 2022 Please join WINS at the following upcoming events at the CNS Meeting in San Francisco,  October 8-12. Be sure to check out our social media platforms and website  for up-to-date information on the events and other news, as information m...

Thank you to all our contributors. Editors                 We would also like to thank our resident editor representative Dr. Nina Yoh, resident, Department of Neurological Surgery,...