Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS)

The July episode of the Journal Club Podcast is out now! Hear from author Nikolaus Kögl as he discusses his article on the outcome of patients with mild degenerative cervical myelopathy treated nonoperatively with Neel Anand—now wherever you get your podcasts: https://bit.ly/4vTYAtl

Check out the new CNS Course designed for APPs! This 3-day virtual course offers a structured, practical approach to evaluating, diagnosing, and managing common neurosurgical conditions across a variety of clinical settings. Learn more, share with your team, and register here: cns.org/appcourse

is THE BEST PLACE to network and reunite with friends and colleagues and make the most of your time in D.C. Submit your Function Space request by July 24! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3rc61zN

Abstracts for the 2026 Joint Pediatric Section Meeting are now open! Start preparing your original science and join your peers in San Francisco this December. Submit your abstracts by August 20 and keep an eye out for registration opening this summer: cns.org/pediatric

This comprehensive 2-day course is tailored for skull base fellows and early-career neurosurgeons with a keen interest in skull base surgery! Get hands-on experience from our distinguished faculty—register today: cns.org/skullbase

The CNS has partnered with RosmanSearch to explore conversations in . Tune in to episode 3 where Nnenna Mbabuike and host Tessa Rolleston discuss some of the nuances and challenges of being a woman in the field of neurosurgery! Listen now wherever you get your podcasts: https://bit.ly/4v0p8cp

Just Announced! President of Signal and Chief Advisor of the AI Now Institute, Meredith Whittaker will be speaking at ! Her research and advocacy focus on the social implications of artificial intelligence and the tech industry responsible for it. She has advised the White House, European Parliament, and many other organizations on AI, privacy and security. Don’t miss her on Nov. 3 during the General Scientific Session: cns.org/2026

Do you have an idea or concept that could help further neurosurgery or have an innovation but not sure how to get it to market? Apply for the CNS Innovation Institute Fellow Program! This 2-year program is perfect for neurosurgeons at any stage, so apply today: cns.org/innovationinstitute

We have an incredible lineup of symposia at with something for everyone, no matter your subspecialty or stage of your career! Don't forget to add ticketed sessions to your Annual Meeting registration and get ready to expand your knowledge: cns.org/2026