WINS

Women in Neurosurgery

Published: Spring 2026

WINS
Mission Statement

To educate, inspire, and encourage women neurosurgeons to realize their professional and personal goals, and to serve neurosurgery in addressing the issues inherent to training and maintaining a diverse and balanced workforce.

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Section of @AANSneuro and @CNS_update. On a mission to educate, inspire, and encourage women in neurosurgery. Content review: @drsheridewan Outreach Chair

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After Dobbs, applications to abortion-restricted states declined. However, competitive fields like neurosurgery didn’t follow this trend, highlighting how specialty competitiveness may impact applicant preferences. #WINSxResearchMondays

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Now! Post Match Series Part 1: Explore how MD, DO, IMG, and other applicants navigate the residency match. Hear insights, tips, and perspectives from each pathway to better understand the process and prepare for your own Match journey.

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Calling all medical students! Applications are now open for Mentorship in a Minute at #AANS2026.
This program gives you the chance to connect one-on-one with a neurosurgery resident or fellow, gain advice, and learn from their experiences as you explore a career in neurosurgery.