Program Goals and Philosophy
The training goals of the Neurosurgery Residency Program at Stanford include the acquisition of clinical skills in Neurosurgery and a deep commitment to academic and research pursuits. Development of clinical skills includes accurate and concise diagnosis, proficient surgical techniques, excellent patient management, personal maturity, a humanistic approach to patients, and possession of adequate fund of medical and neurosurgical knowledge. Development of academic skills includes ability to perform and evaluate clinical and basic research, facility in writing and public speaking, and an emphasis on creativity and innovation.
