How to Start a Fellowship: What Every Fellowship Director Needs to Know

Conclusion

Monday, April 28, 2025

9:25 AM - 9:30 AM EDT

Location: 253C

Speaker(s)

William Mack, MD

Neurosurgeon
USC
Jonathan Miller, MD, FAANS, FACS

Charles Hodge Professor and Chair
SUNY Upstate Medical University Department of Neurosurgery
Vincent C. Traynelis, MD

Professor
Department of Neurosurgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago IL, USA

This session will be presented by leaders with experience in creating prominent fellowships and will outline establishing and managing fellowship programs. There will be representatives from CAST and other accrediting bodies to provide a well-rounded view of the fellowship creation process. The comprehensive session aims to cover multiple subspecialties, including cranial, vascular, tumor and endovascular.

Learning Objectives:

Understand the key steps and best practices involved in creating and managing fellowship programs across various neurosurgical subspecialties, including cranial, vascular, tumor and endovascular.
Analyze the accreditation processes and requirements from organizations like CAST and other accrediting bodies to ensure compliance and program quality.
Explore effective strategies for managing fellowship programs, including curriculum design, mentorship and evaluation of fellows' performance.