Rotations

An opportunity to perform a focused functional rotation is provided during this year as well. The resident works closely with our functional neurosurgeon and his specialized team to learn basic functional management principles and to perform procedures including trials and implantations of intrathecal medical pumps and spinal cord stimulators.

As required by the ACGME, a three-month neuroendovascular rotation is mandatory and is performed on the neuroendovascular service.

In addition to the pediatric rotation, the fourth-year resident performs a neurological oncology rotation at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center. This rotation provides exposure to the clinical and surgical management of brain and spine oncology.

During their pediatric rotation at Oishei Children’s Hospital, the residents work directly under the supervision of the pediatric neurosurgeons. They are intimately involved in all areas of pediatric neurological care including performing operative procedures, participating in perioperative care, and attending general and specialized pediatric clinics such as the multidisciplinary spasticity, spina bifida, and oncologic clinics.

During their third year of residency, the resident also rotates through a dedicated spine rotation where the resident is exposed to a suburban and academic spine practice managing patients clinically and operatively.