Education
Overview
Educational Advancement in Neurosurgery
The University of South Florida Department of Neurosurgery, Brain & Spine is dedicated to advancing neurosurgical education through excellence in clinical training, research, innovation, and patient care. Our mission is to prepare the next generation of neurosurgeons and neuroscience professionals by fostering a culture of lifelong learning, academic inquiry, and surgical excellence.
We support learners across all stages of education and training. From college students and observers exploring the field, to medical students considering neurosurgery, residents pursuing comprehensive neurosurgical training, and fellows developing advanced subspecialty expertise, our programs provide meaningful opportunities for professional growth and mentorship. Through hands-on clinical experiences, structured educational conferences, research opportunities, and close collaboration with faculty and trainees, learners gain exposure to the breadth and complexity of modern neurosurgical practice.
Neurosurgery is a highly specialized field focused on the diagnosis and treatment of disorders affecting the brain, spine, peripheral nerves, and cerebrovascular system. Successful neurosurgeons require not only advanced technical and surgical skills, but also expertise in neurology, neurocritical care, trauma, radiology, and multidisciplinary patient management. By integrating clinical excellence with scientific discovery, we strive to educate future leaders who will advance the field of neurosurgery and improve the lives of patients.
Neurological Surgery Residency
We strive to produce highly competent and technically skilled surgeons, capable of treating a wide spectrum of disorders affecting the central and peripheral nervous system. Our program is fully ACGME accredited.
Neurological Surgery Residency
Fellowship Programs
The USF Health MCOM Department of Neurosurgery and Brain Repair currently supports four CAST-accredited post-residency clinical fellowships.
Fellowship Programs
Medical Students
Although it may seem premature to contemplate life after medical school so early in your medical school training, time moves quickly and it is never too soon to start thinking about how you plan to spend the rest of your professional life.
Medical Students
Neurosurgery Observer Program
Gain firsthand exposure to the field of neurosurgery through the USF Neurosurgery Observer Program. Observers have the opportunity to learn alongside our faculty and residents while experiencing the clinical, academic, and educational environment of a high-volume academic neurosurgery department.