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Women in Neurosurgery - WINS

Our main mission is to educate, inspire, and encourage women neurosurgeons to realize their professional and personal goals.

Content reviewed by WINS Outreach Chair Dr. Sheri Dewan.

04/28/2026

Ever wondered what really happens during a Sub-I? Join WINS for a behind-the-curtain look at Sub-Internships — how to prepare, what matters most, and how to make a lasting impression.

Please click here or scan the QR code on the flyer to register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/zBSqzzm_TjmPuyzkkYEbsg #/registration

04/28/2026

This article found that while neurosurgical patients sometimes had gender preferences in their physician, there was more influence by emotional state, showing the importance of relationships and developing rapport with patients.

Please click here for the abstract and full text: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2772529426001116?via%3Dihub

04/28/2026

Fresh off the press! Our WINS spring newsletter features our community's latest accomplishments, events, and offers exclusive insight from national leaders in !

https://neurosurgerywins.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Spring-Newsletter-2026-draft.pdf

04/27/2026

Post Match Series Part 2 — TODAY Beyond ERAS: Join us as we discuss how location preferences, couples matching and family dynamics, and underrepresented in medicine experiences influence the residency Match process and decision-making journey.

04/25/2026

You're invited to the Women In Neurosurgery x AANS Reception at in San Antonio, TX! Join us on Saturday, May 2 from 7:30 – 8:30 pm (Central time).

04/25/2026

Introducing Dr. Vaibhavi Shah, Social Media Junior Chair of the WINS Resident Committee.

04/23/2026

Post Match Panel Part 2: Beyond ERAS – Join us as we explore how geography, couples matching & family considerations, and experiences of underrepresented in medicine applicants shape the neurosurgery residency application and Match journey.

Please click here or scan the QR code on the flyer to register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/f2zRW1Z4R3WvLEYRor98vg #/registration

04/23/2026

WINS Neurogenesis is excited to partner with the CUNY School of Medicine for an in-person event on April 29, 2026, from 5:00–6:30 PM (Central time). Join us for engaging presentations, a panel discussion featuring Dr. Laura Salgado from NYC Health, and an interactive suturing workshop.

Please click here or scan the QR code on the flyer to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd6j8egMRkfOX5xtB8kh_8I0ZXxYtxkeZzuXwKtI2eFlyrshA/viewform?pli=1

04/23/2026

Join the WINS Resident Committee this Sunday (April 26, 2026) from 7–8 PM (Central time) for a candid conversation with residents about all things neurosurgery! Bring your questions and curiosities!

Please click here or scan the QR code on the flyer to register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/gghiMlhoR8im6mnkbnswdQ #/registration

04/22/2026

In collaboration with WINS Neurogenesis, the University of South Carolina School of Medicine will be hosting a hybrid event from 5 pm - 7 pm (Easterm time) on Tuesday, April 28th. Join to learn more about careers in neurosurgery, hear from a panel of neurosurgeons, and develop suture skills!

Please click here or scan the QR code on the flyer to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeVo3MOSfHJO3S1G0wuf34tf46LqEHQ0-sAgdf0Wto-fjVeiA/viewform?pli=1

04/21/2026

After Dobbs, applications to abortion-restricted states declined. However, competitive fields like neurosurgery didn’t follow this trend, highlighting how specialty competitiveness may impact applicant preferences.

Please click here for the abstract and full text: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12954540/

04/19/2026

Calling all medical students! Applications are now open for Mentorship in a Minute at .
This program gives you the chance to connect one-on-one with a neurosurgery resident or fellow, gain advice, and learn from their experiences as you explore a career in .

Please click here or scan the QR code on the flyer to apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfa3Nr8IZ0V1ht8gqPot9mfvPnGinc-TvYV-MkrudS47H5MYQ/viewform?pli=1

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