Neurosurgery

NEW! Humana CEO Jim Rechtin supports the Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act ( / ) stating, "CMS and members of Congress are doing important work on this topic, especially around expanding use of electronic ." Read more via Becker's ASC Review: https://www.beckerspayer.com/policy-updates/humanas-ceo-backs-medicare-advantage-prior-auth-bill.html

Stephen L. Ondra, MD named MITRE VP for the Center for Transforming Health & director of the CMS Alliance to Modernize Health Care. Dr. Ondra’s career has spanned the entirety of the health care ecosystem, including as a political appointee during the Obama Administration at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs & White House. Congratulations, Dr. Ondra! https://www.businesswire.com/news/beverlyhillschamber/20240709248314/en

It's Day! We're dedicated to supporting patients through advanced research & innovative treatments. Join us in spreading awareness & fighting this aggressive . Together, we can make a difference. https://ow.ly/ghP450SELfp

This , read the AANS Neurosurgeon article: Breakthrough in Treatment with the Help of a Virus. Glioblastoma is an aggressive type of brain cancer and is the most common type of cancerous brain tumor in adults according to Howard Colman, MD, PhD: https://aansneurosurgeon.org/breakthrough-in-glioblastoma-treatment-with-the-help-of-a-virus-2/

The Mount Sinai Hospital Isabelle M. Germano, MD, MBA explores how socioeconomic differences may influence patients' survival rates. Learn more this : https://www.neurosurgeryblog.org/2022/03/11/socioeconomic-status-and-short-term-glioblastoma-survival-does-it-make-a-difference/

Congratulations to neurosurgeon William W. Ashley, Jr., MD, PhD, MBA on assuming the role of president-elect for the American Heart Association Eastern States board. Dr. Ashley is a founding member and past president of American Society of Black Neurosurgeons and active member of Society of NeuroInterventional Surgery, American Association of Neurological Surgeons, Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS) and the AANS CNS Joint Cerebrovascular Section.

Read the announcement -> https://newsroom.heart.org/local-news/baltimore-neurosurgeon-named-president-elect-of-american-heart-association-eastern-states-board-of-directors

NEW! American Association of Neurological Surgeons and Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS) appoint Charlotte E. Pineda as the new vice president of health policy and advocacy. Ms. Pineda brings a wealth of experience and a distinguished career in health policy to her new role. Read the announcement: https://www.newswise.com/articles/neurosurgeons-name-top-senate-health-policy-aide-to-head-washington-office

Regulatory Relief Coalition featured in Senator Roger Marshall, M.D.'s press release highlighting the overwhelming support for the Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act! TY for your efforts to and protect seniors.

Read now -> https://www.marshall.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/what-they-are-saying-overwhelming-support-for-senator-marshalls-prior-authorization-reform-bill/

has rapidly adapted over the past few decades to create a new process to train the next generation of neurosurgeons. New on : What makes a neurosurgeon? by Kristopher T. Kimmell, MD https://bit.ly/3VDu6vg

NEW! On : Mark J. Kubala, MD, FAANS(L) is Awarded the Foundation “Heart of Gold” Award! He helped establish The Hard Hats for Little Heads bicycle helmet giveaway program for Texas children. Congrats on this well-deserved honor! 👏👏👏 https://bit.ly/4eqYtgQ

NEW! PRESS RELEASE: Neurosurgery applauds introduction of bill to streamline prior authorization in the Medicare Advantage program. “We are optimistic that this will be the year Congress acts to safeguard timely care for our seniors,” states Russell R. Lonser, MD, FAANS. https://bit.ly/3yZJ32U

Jesse Lawrence, M.D., learned at a young age how doctors can positively affect patients. Now, as a seventh-year resident set to graduate from WVU Neurosurgery, he hopes to instill the same calmness and confidence in his patients. https://bit.ly/45erBDP

Richard P. Menger, MD, MPA joins Neurosurgery Podcast to discuss the process of insurance approval and the often undue burden prior authorization creates on the health care ecosystem. Listen now: https://apple.co/4c6gjE2

Anyone can have a stroke at any age. If you think stroke is just for seniors, think again. Learn how to prevent stroke and how to spot the warning signs F.A.S.T. https://bit.ly/4bTLDG2

Congratulations to Jacques Morcos MD, the incoming American Association of Neurological Surgeons President. Neurosurgery wishes you all the best in your new role!

Congratulations to Anthony L. Asher, MD on a successful year as AANS President! Thank you for all your contributions to neurosurgery and efforts to advocate for policies to improve patient care.

Margaret Hoover, host of PBS’ Firing Line with Margaret Hoover, is presenting the Louise Eisenhardt Lecture at . Dr. Louise Eisenhardt was a world expert on brain tumor diagnosis who worked side-by-side with Dr. Harvey Cushing.

Cross-Post: First Female Neurosurgeon to Become a Medical School Dean: Julie G. Pilitsis Shares Her Path to Success. Read the latest in the Making and Maintaining a Neurosurgeon series: https://bit.ly/3xQhton

“During my residency training at University of Pennsylvania, M. Sean Grady, MD, FAANS repeatedly counseled that residency is intended to teach us how to incorporate innovations in neurosurgery into our practice” says Casey H. Halpern, MD, FAANS. Read Embracing Innovation: Adapting to New Surgical Technologies: https://bit.ly/443cmwQ

NEW on Neurosurgery Blog! Evaluating Professionalism and Self-reflection in Neurosurgery by Marjorie Wang, MD, MPH. Read the latest blog in the Making and Maintaining a Neurosurgeon series: https://bit.ly/3PWF2Ss

UVA Health neurosurgeon W. Jeffrey Elias, MD has been recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of its Innovators for 2024 for his pioneering work in the field of focused ultrasound. Congratulations, Dr. Elias! Read the announcement: https://bit.ly/3PWyVO4

NEW on Neurosurgery Blog by Jay K. Nathan, MD: The Pros and Cons of Pursuing a Fellowship. After years of completing highly technical neurosurgical training as a resident, the decision to pursue an additional one to two years of fellowship training is ultimately highly personal: https://bit.ly/4ahXrkJ

For more than a decade, Neurosurgery Blog has investigated and reported on how health care policy affects patients, physicians and medical practices. Read the latest blog post: Neurosurgery Blog Featured on Medscape’s List of Medical Blogs Physicians Love. https://bit.ly/4aDtATC

Morbidity and mortality (M&M) conference allows surgeons to reflect upon their performance and receive invaluable feedback from their peers on preventing future adverse outcomes. Read M&M Conference: A Better Process for Better Outcomes by Christina M. Sayama, MD, MPH. https://bit.ly/4ahqowP

As prior authorization has spread, delays in care have become normalized. Watch the New York Times video on the overuse and dangers of prior authorization on patient care: ‘What’s My Life Worth?’ The Big Business of Denying Medical Care: https://bit.ly/3PgPqnB

"When coupled with medical inflation and ongoing sequestration cuts, physicians are now experiencing a staggering 10% Medicare payment cut in 2024," said Katie O. Orrico. Read the MedPage Today article Most Doc Groups Unhappy With Proposed Congressional Budget Deal: https://bit.ly/3V8N4v6 o

NEW on Neurosurgery Blog! Neurosurgery: Critical Resident Education in Quality Improvement and Patient Safety. Read the latest blog in the Making and Maintaining a Neurosurgeon series: https://bit.ly/3IlOuL7

NEW on Neurosurgery Blog! The Future of Neurological Surgery: Adapting to GME Changes by Robert E. Harbaugh, MD.

Read the latest post in the Making and Maintaining a Neurosurgeon series -> https://bit.ly/3wvVtyf

NEW on Neurosurgery Blog! Cross-Post: Neurosurgery’s glass ceiling: Addressing the gender imbalance in the field. The authors interview neurosurgeon Gelareh M. Zadeh, MD, PhD, FAANS, FRCS, an advocate for change, actively engaged in mentoring young women. https://bit.ly/49xFn5j

NEW! Career Development in Neurosurgery Research for Medical Students, Residents and Young Neurosurgeons: From Finding Mentorship to Starting and Funding a Lab. Read the latest in the Making and Maintaining a Neurosurgeon series by Aladine A. Elsamadicy, MD: https://bit.ly/4bh0WsG