ArticleSurgical neurology international2024
Neurosurgical skills conference for medical students: A before and after study.
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- Influence of Early Exposure and Educational Gaps on Medical Students: A Career-Driven Strategy for Aspiring Neurosurgeons.Asian journal of neurosurgery · 2026Article
- Bridging the gap: the role of student conferences in advancing sport and exercise medicine in the medical school curricula.BMC medical education · 2026Article
- Perceptions, access, and outcomes of cadaveric training among neurosurgery residents in Mexico: A nationwide survey.Surgical neurology international · 2026Article
- Evaluating Conferences as a Tool to Improve Medical Artificial Intelligence Comprehension among Healthcare Professionals: A before and after Study.JMA journal · 2025Article
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Abstract
Background: Undergraduate conferences may improve exposure to neurosurgery among medical students. Hence, this study aimed to evaluate the effect of a neurosurgical skills conference on medical students' comprehension and perceptions of the specialty. Methods: A before-and-after (BA) study design was employed to assess the effects of a conference that integrated presentations with hands-on sessions. Practical workshops covered craniotomy, spinal fixation, surface anatomy, intracranial pressure (ICP) monitoring, basic surgical skills, and microsurgical simulation. Pre-conference and post-conference surveys, utilizing Likert scales, gauged participants' attitudes, prior neurosurgical exposure, and understanding of neurosurgical skills. Statistical analysis was conducted on dichotomized responses. Results: Thirty-one participants completed both surveys, with the majority being 1 Conclusion: This study underscores the role of undergraduate mixed-method conferences in augmenting understanding of neurosurgery and nurturing early interest.
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