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Intracranial and Spinal Anatomy for Neurosurgeons
A unique opportunity for neurosurgical trainees to reinforce the anatomical knowledge of the brain and spinal cord through cadaveric dissections, lectures and tutorials. The week is comprised of three modules on neurological anatomy, neuroradiology and intracranial and spinal anatomy. You may attend some or all of the modules.
Level
This course is aimed at all surgical trainees in neurosurgery
Module 1 – Neurological Anatomy
A hands-on cadaveric dissection and lecture based course on the neuroanatomy of the brain and spinal cord with emphasis on tract and vascular anatomy.
Convenor
Mr Francis Johnston
Consultant Neurosurgeon
St. George's Hospital, London
Format
- Interactive lectures and group discussions
- Cadaveric dissections
- Faculty to delegate ratio of 1:2
Module 2 – Neuroradiology
Lectures and tutorials covering radiological anatomy of the brain and spine illustrated by MR and CT scans demonstrating a range of pathological processes.
Convenor
Mr Paul Butler
Consultant Neuroradiologist
The Royal London Hospital, London
Format
- Interactive lectures and group discussions
- Faculty to delegate ratio of 1:2
Module 3 – Approaches to Intracranial Neurosurgery
A lecture and demonstration course, with cadaveric dissections, reinforcing anatomical knowledge and covering eight common neurosurgical approaches using prosected cadaveric specimens.
Convenor
Mr Ian Sabin
Consultant Neurosurgeon
The Royal London Hospital, London
Format
- Interactive lectures and group discussions
- Cadaveric dissections
- Faculty to delegate ratio of 1:2
