Congress of Neurological Surgeons Podcasts
VitenskapThe CNS' suite of complimentary podcasts cover CNS journal articles from Neurosurgery and Operative Neurosurgery, as well as CNS Guidelines, Controversies in Neurosurgery, Optimizing Neurosurgical Practice, CNS Partner Podcasts and the CNS Leadership Institute. Podcasts are available on Apple, SoundCloud, Spotify and YouTube.
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- CNS Innovation Podcast: Innovator of the Year Finalist Vincent Tutino (00:23:58)
In this episode of the CNS Innovation Podcast, moderator Dr. David Dornbos interviews Dr. Vincent Tutino, who is nominated for the 2025 CNS Innovator of the Year Award, for his innovation AneuScreen+.
- CNS Leadership: Transforming Culture and Building Success (00:29:57)
Podcast Miniseries: Cultivating a Culture – Growing a Healthy Neurosurgical Workplace Episode 2: Transforming Culture and Building Success Guest: Robert Spetzler Hosts: Brian Gantwerker and Chris Newman
- CNS Innovation Podcast: Innovator of the Year Finalist Navzer Engineer (00:24:07)
In this episode of the CNS Innovation Podcast, moderator Dr. David Dornbos interviews Dr. Navzer Engineer, who is nominated for the 2025 CNS Innovator of the Year Award, for his innovation Vivistim.
- CNS Innovation Podcast: Innovator of the Year Finalist Cargill Alleyne (00:25:33)
In this episode of the CNS Innovation Podcast, moderators Emal Lesha and David Dornbos interview Dr. Cargill Alleyne, who is nominated for the 2025 CNS Innovator of the Year Award, for his innovation Nanoshunt.
- Deep Brain Stimulation Electrode Deviations are Associated With Brain Stiffness (00:27:08)
October 2025 Journal Club Podcast Title: Deep Brain Stimulation Electrode Deviations are Associated With Brain Stiffness Interfaces Measured by Magnetic Resonance Elastography To read journal article: https://journals.lww.com/onsonline/fulltext/2025/10000/deep_brain_stimulation_electrode_deviations_are.8.aspx Author: Chengyuan Wu Guest Faculty: Kim Burchiel Moderator: Helen Shi Committee Co-Chair: Rafael Vega
- MIPS for ICH: Ground-breaking Innovation for MIS ICH Evacuation and Future Directions (00:26:53)
Title: MIPS for ICH: Ground-breaking Innovation for MIS ICH Evacuation and Future Directions Guests: David Dornbos and Mark Bain MIS ICH evacuation has become standard of care following the ENRICH trial and the introduction of level 1 evidence showing efficacy. We discuss the pearls and pitfalls of this approach and how to best build systems of care to enhance its success. While this has been a frameshift in ICH management, numerous questions remain unanswered and are the focus of ongoing trials and research. Sponsored by Stryker
- Wellness Podcast: Peak Performance: Wellness Strategies for Neurosurgeons (00:27:20)
Title: Wellness Podcast: Peak Performance: Wellness Strategies for Neurosurgeons Guest Faculty: Pilin Anice and Raqeeb Haque Hosts: Brian Gantwerker and Lara Massie In this episode, we will explore practical ways to support the wellness of neurosurgeons. Through our discussion we will discover strategies to maintain energy in high-stress environments, improve sleep quality, manage stress effectively, and make smart nutrition choices.
- Ventricular Entry During Glioblastoma Resection is Associated With Reduced Survival (00:29:06)
September 2025 Journal Club Podcast Title: Ventricular Entry During Glioblastoma Resection is Associated With Reduced Survival and Increased Risk of Distant Recurrence To read journal article: https://journals.lww.com/neurosurgery/fulltext/2025/09000/ventricular_entry_during_glioblastoma_resection_is.10.aspx Author: Neslihan Gecici and Pascal Zinn Guest Faculty: Bryan Choi Moderator: Alexander Himstead Committee Co-Chair: Kimberly Hoang
- The Role of Radiosurgery in patients with Functioning Pituitary Adenomas (00:25:40)
Patients with functioning pituitary adenomas (FPA) require a multi-disciplinary team-based approach to select best medical, surgical and radiation treatments, including stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS). The aim of this study is to provide evidence-based recommendations on the use of SRS for adult patients with FPA. Brad Elder, MD Isabelle Germano, MD Carrie Andrews, MD
- Controversies in Neurosurgery: Brachytherapy in Cranial Oncology: Roles and Limits (00:28:17)
Title: Controversies in Neurosurgery: Brachytherapy in Cranial Oncology: Roles and Limits Guest Faculty: Wenya Linda Bi and Phillip Devlin Hosts: W. Christopher Newman and Seth Oliveria Intracranial brachytherapy has become an increasingly prominent part of the neurosurgical oncologist’s toolbox. In this episode, we will explore some of the indications, active areas of exploration, and current controversies surrounding its use.
- The Role of Surgery in the Management of Patients with Functioning Pituitary Adenomas (00:24:19)
Neurosurgical intervention in patients with functioning pituitary adenomas is evolving and the role of endoscopic transsphenoidal techniques versus microsurgery, surgery versus medical management, and the beneficial role of adjuvant surgical techniques, along with second surgery on patient outcomes remains unclear. Brad Elder, MD Kevin Lillehei, MD David Ormond, MD
- Comparative Analysis of Outcomes and Kyphotic Risk Factors after Cervical Laminoplasty (00:26:28)
August 2025 Journal Club Podcast Title: Comparative Analysis of Outcomes and Kyphotic Risk Factors After Cervical Laminoplasty in 2 Different Ossification of the Posterior Longitudinal Ligament Groups and Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy To read journal article: https://journals.lww.com/neurosurgery/fulltext/2025/08000/comparative_analysis_of_outcomes_and_kyphotic_risk.5.aspx Author: Hyun Woong Mun Guest Faculty: Benjamin Elder Moderator: Roxana Beladi Committee Co-Chair: Rafael Vega
- CNS Leadership Podcast: Being Yourself in a Big Pond (00:30:15)
Podcast Miniseries: Cultivating a Culture – Growing a Healthy Neurosurgical Workplace Episode 1: Being Yourself in a Big Pond Guest: Anand Veeravagu Hosts: Brian Gantwerker and Chris Newman In this first episode of a 4-part miniseries, we sit down with Dr. Anand Veeravagu of Stanford for a wide-ranging conversation on building, sustaining, and evolving institutional culture. Dr. Veeravagu shares insights on navigating the dynamics of a storied institution—discussing how to honor tradition while driving innovation, foster a strong reputation, and cultivate meaningful, productive relationships along the way.
- Perioperative Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Agonist Use and Rates of Pseudarthrosis After Single-Level (00:25:40)
July 2025 Journal Club Podcast Title: Perioperative Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Agonist Use and Rates of Pseudarthrosis After Single-Level Lumbar Fusion: A Large Retrospective Cohort Study To read journal article: https://journals.lww.com/neurosurgery/fulltext/2025/07000/perioperative_glucagon_like_peptide_1_agonist_use.9.aspx Author: Konstantinos Margetis Guest Faculty: Stephen Kalhorn Moderator: Brian Saway Committee Co-Chair: Kimberly Hoang
- CNS Innovation Podcast: Interview with Dr. Uzma Samadani on EyeBox (00:18:16)
CNS Innovation Podcast Moderators: David Dornbos and Emal Lesha Guest: Uzma Samamdani In this episode of the CNS Innovation Podcast, moderators David Dornbos and Emal Lesha interview 2024 CNS Innovator of the Year Finalist, Dr. Uzma Samadani about her innovation EyeBox. They discuss pearls and pitfalls of taking an innovative idea from concept to product.
- Assessing Neurosurgery Training: ACGME Requirements vs. Surgical Autonomy (00:28:37)
June 2025 Journal Club Podcast Title: Assessing Neurosurgery Training: Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education Case Minimums Versus Surgical Autonomy To read journal article: https://journals.lww.com/neurosurgery/fulltext/2025/06000/assessing_neurosurgery_training__accreditation.19.aspx Author: Michael Haglund Guest Faculty: Gabriel Zada Resident Planner: Laura Zima Moderator: Rafael Vega
- Guideline on Surgical Resection for the Treatment of Patients with Vestibular Schwannomas: Update (00:29:18)
Based on recommendations of an updated systematic review of the literature, surgical interventions for patients with Vestibular Schwannoma allow for a range of options, the choice of which depends on the specific aspects of the lesion and the individual patient. They are discussed in this podcast. Brad Elder, MD Jamie J. Van Gompel, MD Brandon Lucke-Wold, MD
- Wellness Podcast: Impact and Possible Solutions for Decreasing Admin Burden for Neurosurgeons (00:27:50)
Title: Wellness Podcast: Impact and Possible Solutions for Decreasing Admin Burden for Neurosurgeons Guest Faculty: Anthony DiGiorgio and Charles Mackel Hosts: Brian Gantwerker and Lara Massie In this episode of the CNS Wellness Podcast, Charles Mackel and Anthony DiGiorgio will discuss sources of physician burnout, meaningful work, and the administrative component of a successful career in neurosurgery.
- Microsurgical Treatment of Intracranial Dural Arteriovenous Fistulas (00:25:36)
May 2025 Journal Club Podcast Title: Microsurgical Treatment of Intracranial Dural Arteriovenous Fistulas: A Collaborative Investigation From the Multicenter Consortium for Dural Arteriovenous Fistula Outcomes Research To read journal article: https://journals.lww.com/neurosurgery/fulltext/2025/05000/microsurgical_treatment_of_intracranial_dural.12.aspx Author: Kunal Raygor Guest Faculty: Matthew Koch Moderator: Zachary Sorrentino Committee Co-chair: Kimberly Hoang
- Radiosurgery (SRS) and Radiation Therapy for Vestibular Schwannoma Update: A CNS Guidelines Podcast (00:27:29)
This podcast discusses an updated systematic review of the literature and provides new recommendations for the role of Stereotactic Radiosurgery in the treatment of adult patients with Vestibular Schwannoma. Brad Elder, MD Isabelle Germano, MD
- Controversies in Neurosurgery: Carbon Fiber vs. Titanium in Metastatic Spine Cancer (00:28:45)
Title: Controversies in Neurosurgery: Carbon Fiber versus Titanium in Metastatic Spine Cancer Guest Faculty: Ilya Laufer Hosts: Brian Gantwerker, MD and W. Christopher Newman, MD In this episode we will discuss the use of carbon fiber implants for spinal instrumentation in patients with metastatic spine cancer, covering the indications, benefits, and limitations. We also will discuss how to incorporate these implants into your practice.
- CNS Guidelines Podcast - Brain Mets Emerging Therapies Update: Laser Interstitial Thermal Therapy (00:28:48)
Patients with metastatic brain tumors (MBTs) require a multidisciplinary team-based approach to select the best treatment interventions. This podcast updates recommendations addressing whether Laser Interstitial Thermal Therapy (LITT) provides benefit regarding local control, OS, PFS, performance status, or reduction in CNS side effects compared with standard management with chemotherapy, immune modulators and molecular targeted agents, SRS, WBRT, and surgical resection. J. Bradley Elder, MD Mark E. Linskey, M.D., FAANS Kristin Huntoon, PhD, DO Brandon Lucke-Wold, MD, PhD
- Spatial Distribution of Meningiomas: A Magnetic Resonance Image Atlas (00:25:31)
April 2025 Journal Club Podcast Title: Spatial Distribution of Meningiomas: A Magnetic Resonance Image Atlas To read journal article: https://journals.lww.com/neurosurgery/fulltext/2025/04000/spatial_distribution_of_meningiomas__a_magnetic.9.aspx Authors: Wenya Linda Bi and Ruchit Patel Guest Faculty: Jennifer Moliterno Moderator: Rafael Vega Resident Planner: Helen Shi
- Controversies in Neurosurgery: MMA vs. Evacuation for Chronic SDH (00:25:58)
Title: MMA vs. Evacuation for Chronic SDH Guest Faculty: Richard W. Williamson, MD Hosts: Lara Massie, MD and Seth Oliveria, MD In this episode, we will discuss the procedure of middle meningeal artery (MMA) embolization, the indications and evidence to support the procedure’s use. We will discuss the ideal/non-ideal patient selection, and optimal timing of the procedure.
- Gene Expression Changes Associated With Recurrence After Gross Total Resection of Newly Diagnosed (00:28:30)
March 2025 Journal Club Podcast Title: Gene Expression Changes Associated With Recurrence After Gross Total Resection of Newly Diagnosed World Health Organization Grade 1 Meningioma To read journal article: https://journals.lww.com/neurosurgery/fulltext/2025/03000/gene_expression_changes_associated_with_recurrence.6.aspx Author: Ramin Morshed Guest Faculty: Tomas Garzon-Muvdi Moderator: Kimberly Hoang Resident Planner: Alexander Himstead