WINS - Women in Neurosurgery

Parenthood in Neurosurgery
2025-01-08 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago)
Join us for a virtual event on parenthood in neurosurgery! Hear from experts on family planning, work-life balance, and navigating the field’s demands. Gain insights, ask questions, and connect. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation—register now! #Neurosurgery

Pioneering Neurosurgery: Across the Globe
2025-01-25 10:00 - 11:00
How does being a woman in neurosurgery look in other countries? Come find out during our “Perspectives on International Women in Neurosurgery” event.
Don’t miss the conversation – register now!

Time: 1000 CT / 1100 ET
Registration Required!

Data to Delivery: The Essentials of a Great Research Talk
2025-03-06 18:00 - 19:00
Join us for a webinar on crafting impactful research talks! Ahead of the 2025 Collaborative Neurosurgery DEI Symposium, gain key insights from senior med students to perfect your presentation. Don’t miss this chance to elevate your skills!
6 PM CT / 7 PM ET
Pre-register now #Research #Neurosurgery

Celebrating Diversity: Celebrating Diversity
2025-03-19 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Zoom
Celebrating Diversity: Stories of Identity in Neurosurgery”! Don’t miss this inspiring panel of female neurosurgery residents & attendings sharing how identity and intersectionality have shaped their journeys.

Time:
7-8 CST / 8-9 ET

Mentorship in a Minute: Calling all Residents!
2025-04-11 | AANS, Boston, MA, United States
🧠 Are you a resident attending #AANS2025? Sign up as a MENTOR for our annual Mentorship in a Minute program! Share your wisdom and guide the next generation of neurosurgeons.
Sign up by April 11, 2025 at 11:59pm CT 🔗⬇️

WINS AANS AGENDA
2025-04-25 - 2025-04-28
#AANS2025 is kicking off! Check out all of WINS’ scheduled events. We hope to see you there!! Everyone is welcome. #Conference #Boston #Neurosurgery

WINS x AANS Reception
2025-04-26 16:00 - 17:30
Join us for the WINS x AANS Reception at #AANS2025! 🧠✨ Hear from Dr. Karin Muraszko and connect with the neurosurgery community. April 26 | 5–6:30 PM | Westin Boston Seaport. All are welcome—refreshments provided! #WINS #WomenInNeurosurger

Sub-Internships
2025-05-07 18:00 - 19:00
Preparing for your neurosurgery sub-internships? Join us for a virtual panel with neurosurgery residents and recently matched medical students to hear advice on how to integrate into your sub-I rotations and adapt to the role.

Make sure to register!

How to Talk Research on Social Media
2025-06-26 19:00 - 20:00
Curious how to translate your research into compelling social media content? Please join us for our upcoming event, “#ShareYourScience: How to Talk Research on Social Media” with Dr. Samantha Spellicy and Dr. Faith Robertson, next Thursday, June 26th at 7 PM CT!

Personal Statement Event
2025-07-29 18:00 - 20:00
Craft your neurosurgery ERAS story with confidence. Join WINS for a session on personal statements & new supplemental prompts—featuring tips, examples & do’s/don’ts. Pre-registration required. Don’t miss it!

Neurogenesis Leadership Program Application
2025-08-01 08:00 - 2025-08-22 23:59
Apply to the Neurogenesis Leadership Program! A 3-month peer-led journey in leadership, neurosurgical exposure & hands-on skills. For med students without home programs or limited access. Apps open Aug 1–22!

CNS Mentorship in a Minute
2025-08-18 08:00 - 2025-09-22 09:00
Calling all resident mentors! Join Mentorship in a Minute at #CNS2025 to connect with medical students interested in neurosurgery and help shape the future of neurosurgery.
Sign ups will be open until Sept 22, 2025 at 9:00 AM CST!

Navigating Neurosurgery: Mentor Meet and Greet
2025-08-25 07:00
Join us Aug 25, 8–9 PM ET on Zoom for “Navigating Neurosurgery: Mentor Meet & Greet”! Gain tips on finding mentors, hear from MS3/MS4s, join breakout discussions, and network. Don’t miss this chance to grow your neurosurgery connections!

AI in neurosurgery
2025-09-29 19:00 - 20:30
Join us for “AI in Neurosurgery Research” as we listen to experts in the field discuss the present and future of AI and its research applications in neurosurgery! Learn about important skills and considerations as well as flourishing areas of research.

CNS 75th Annual Meeting
2025-10-11 - 2025-10-15 | Los Angeles, CA, Los Angeles, CA, United States
Registration is now open for the 75TH CNS annual meeting! Don’t forget to register & see you in October in LA!

Acing Your Interviews
2025-10-21 19:00 - 20:00
Preparing for neurosurgery residency interviews? Join Dr. Carolyn Quinsey for our virtual Match Series session, ‘Acing Your Interviews.’ Learn essential do’s & don’ts, get practical tips, and interact live to boost your confidence and performance!

Neurosurgery Practice Types
2025-11-17 18:00 - 19:00
Join us for the next installment of the Navigating Neurosurgery Series: Understanding Neurosurgery Practice Types. Hear from Drs. Aurora Cruz, Justine Pearl, and Uzma Samadani as they discuss the realities and nuances of different neurosurgical practice settings.

WINS MSC: Mastering VSLO: Strategies for a Successful Neurosurgery Sub-Internship
2025-11-24 19:00 - 20:00
Come learn the logistics of applying for Sub-Is! WINS med student leaders and recent 4th-years—Allie Heineman, Kathleen Botterbush, and Jade Basem—will share tips on the application process, expectations, and how to prepare effectively.

Post Interview Actions Event
2025-12-18 19:00 - 20:30
Join us for a virtual session helping neurosurgery applicants navigate letters of recommendation, post-interview interactions, and finalizing rank lists. Get the tips you need to succeed!

ERAS 101: Building a Strong Neurosurgery Residency Application
2026-08-18 19:00 - 20:00
Join us on August 18th from 7-8 PM CST (8-9 PM EST) for the next event in our Neurosurgery Residency Match series, “ERAS 101: Building a Strong Neurosurgery Residency Application.” This virtual discussion aims to provide an overview of how to prepare a competitive ERAS application for neurosurgery, including the application timeline, key components, recent updates, and strategies for navigating program signaling. Our panelists include Dr. Sharona Ben-Haim from the University of California, San Diego, and Dr. Angie Lung from the University of California, Irvine There will also be an open Q&A portion to give all attendees the opportunity to ask questions.

Neurogenesis Leadership Program
2026-08-21 09:00
Applications are now open for our third Neurogenesis Leadership Program! A 3-month peer-led journey in leadership, neurosurgical exposure, and hands-on skills. Geared specifically towards medical students without home programs or limited access. Apply by 9AM CT on August 21, 2026!
