We are deeply saddened by Professor Yasargil’s passing.  His legacy lives on and we are honored to have had the opportunity to work with and learn from him. Our deepest condolences to Dianne, his family, friends, and all who were touched by his life and work.

#MetsGetsAwareness

Until about 10 years ago, patients with brain and spine metastases weren't eligible to participate in clinical trials. Today, we have trials designed specifically for these patients. Learn more about active trials here: neurosurgery.duke.edu/mets-resources

At the #NSA annual meeting! Gerald A Grant MD , the Scientific Program Chair of this year's conference, with faculty Khoi Than and Allan Friedman, MD. #Neurosurgery

#OperativeVideo Transorbital eyebrow lacrimal keyhole approach for resection of a meningioma of the lateral wall of the cavernous sinus thejns.org/video/view/jou…

#OnlineFirst: Microsurgical anatomy of the fiber tracts and vascular structures lateral to the internal capsule. thejns.org/view/journals/…

Honored to be invited for the first time to speak at the Neurosurgery Society of America Annual Meeting—what an unforgettable experience. 🇲🇽🌊 This year’s conference took place in stunning Punta Mita, where the setting was just as incredible as the conversations. Grateful for

New for Neurosurgery Clinics of North America, Berje Shammassian MD MPH FAANS highlights the opportunities for growth within neurotrauma systems after examining the field's evolution throughout its history. ➡️ spr.ly/60194iArX

Two of our incredible Duke Cancer physicians retire today – Dr. David Brizel (with us for 38 years) and Dr. W. Robert Lee (with us for 19 years). We'll miss them dearly!

Changing the world thru #BarrowGlobal boils down to building relationships and a genuine desire to give. Great relationships are building between the teams at Kilimanjaro/KCMC and Dar es Salaam/MOI during this first trip to Tanzania. Feeling the power of collaboration…

Brain 🧠 Surgery

Help us welcome our newest residents to Duke Neurosurgery! We're thrilled to have you and can't wait to see how you help shape the future of neurosurgery. 🧠

🙆‍♀️ 25-year-old woman with 2-month history of headache, vomiting, and visual blurring. MRI reveals a suprasellar mass. 🤔What’s your differential diagnosis?

Our chief resident graduation ceremony marks the end of the academic year, and each year, the residents choose recipients for our faculty teaching awards. Congrats to this year's awardees: our residency program director Philip Theodosopoulos, MD, and neurosurgeon Lee Tan, MD! 🎉

Why is autologous fat used to pack the resection cavity after pituitary tumor removal, and what complications can arise if the sella is overpacked? #Neurosurgery #EndoscopicSurgery #PituitaryTumor #Neuroanatomy

A lovely few days away from it all on the French-Swiss border 😀

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We stand in the shoulder of giants and their inspiration is timeless Evandro de Oliveira Legacy course in Valencia, Spain Outstanding organization by Dr. Quilis and team, wonderful faculty and participants And Don Santiago Ramon y Cajal watching over us!

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Dr. Samantha Garza. In honor of Sam's life, we invite you to donate in her memory to fund brain tumor research. Thank you to everyone who supported Sam throughout her battle. We love you forever, Sam. gofund.me/94b84c9b

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