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Department of Neurological Surgery Department of Neurological Surgery UC San Diego School of Medicine Search This Site All UCSD Sites Faculty/Staff Search Term Close Nav Education Meet Our Residents Letter from Our Residency Program Director Residency Program Structure Resident Life Application Process Educational and Elective Opportunities Training Sites Specialty Teams Meet Our Faculty Areas of Expertise Executive Leadership Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) Tradition of Excellence Patient Care Research & Innovation Neuro Hub Center for the Future of Surgery Clinical Trials Research Spotlight UC San Diego and Ecosystem Partners Innovative Work Spaces, Procedures and Treatments Diversity News Support Us Toggle navigation MENU Education Meet Our Residents Letter from Our Residency Program Director Residency Program Structure Resident Life Application Process Educational and Elective Opportunities Training Sites Specialty Teams Meet Our Faculty Areas of Expertise Executive Leadership Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) Tradition of Excellence Patient Care Research & Innovation Neuro Hub Center for the Future of Surgery Clinical Trials Research Spotlight UC San Diego and Ecosystem Partners Innovative Work Spaces, Procedures and Treatments Diversity News Support Us Search Scope This Site All UCSD Sites Faculty/Staff Search Term Residency Program Our internationally recognized residency program trains the neurosurgical leaders of tomorrow. Application Process Educating Leaders Our residents and fellows conduct path-defining research in the field of neurosurgery. Our Programs Our Specialty Teams Our expert teams provide the world-class, interdisciplinary care required to treat complex neurological diseases. Meet our Teams Research & Innovation Our collaborations with basic and translational neurosciences, engineering, research institutes and the biotech community allow us to serve as an international clearinghouse for new surgical technologies. Our Research Patient Care Our neurosurgeons provide advanced treatments for injuries and disorders of the brain, spine, and peripheral nerves. We are a proud top 25 national destination for neurology and neurosurgery. Patient Care Previous Next Welcome to UC San Diego Neurological Surgery It is my distinct privilege to lead a diverse group of faculty, residents, and staff specializing in every aspect of neurosurgical care. Our team performs world-class surgical procedures, conducts groundbreaking research to advance our understanding of neurologic disease, and educates the next generation of neurosurgical leaders. We hope this site helps you explore our innovative work and inspires opportunities to collaborate with our Department. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions or partnership ideas, and don’t forget to follow us on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook for updates on our efforts to improve neurological surgery. Alexander A. Khalessi, MD, MBA Chair, Department of Neurological Surgery Professor of Neurological Surgery, Radiology and Neurosciences Don and Karen Cohn Chancellor’s Endowed Chair in Neurosurgery National Prominence #1 Ranking based on NIH funding jointly awarded with the Department of Neurosciences $50 Million NIH funding received to advance new discoveries and treatments for neurological diseases #21 Our U.S. News & World Report ranking for best Neurology and Neurosurgery services in the nation Training & Education We offer residency, fellowship, clerkship and sub-internship opportunities with a mission to train the neurosurgical leaders of tomorrow. Trainees work in a high-volume setting, learn modern neurosurgery techniques and rotate among diverse clinical environments. About our training programs Research & Innovation State-of-the-art infrastructure, world-class institutional partners at UC San Diego—including bioengineering and neuroscience leaders—and a robust biotech community uniquely position us to take on science’s toughest questions and further our understanding and treatment of neurologic disease. About our research Specialty Teams Treating neurologic disorders requires highly specialized, interdisciplinary care. With premier facilities and surgical thought leaders, we provide innovative, compassionate treatment for injuries and disorders of the brain, spine, and peripheral nerves. We are home to a Level 4 Epilepsy Center, two Comprehensive Stroke Centers and are the region’s only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. About our specialty care News UC San Diego Neurosurgery Chair Named President of Congress of Neurological Surgeons Read the Q&A UC San Diego Health ranked #21 in the nation for best neurosurgery & neurology care Learn about our national ranking Join us at the 2024 Sun Valley Cerebrovascular Conference Register today Tradition of Excellence First launched in 1971, our Department has grown tremendously under the guidance of chairs Drs. John Alksne, Lawrence Marshall, Bob Carter, and current chair Alexander Khalessi. Today we are home to state-of-the-art technologies and infrastructure that allow us to provide comprehensive, innovative care. Our history Support UC San Diego’s Innovative Research, Education and Care UC San Diego Neurological Surgery is part of a world-class academic health system that delivers cutting-edge neurosurgical care and research innovation to San Diego and beyond. We further view education and training as a core value. UC San Diego enjoys a steep trajectory as a distinguished destination for neurological surgery. Join us in our mission. Donate Today UC San Diego 9500 Gilman Dr. La Jolla, CA 92093 (858) 534-2230 Copyright © 2024 Regents of the University of California. All rights reserved. Accessibility Privacy Policy Terms of Use...