Neurosurgery Research and Education Foundation

01/21/2026

Heading to Phoenix for the 2026 Spine Summit? Information about NREF courses, grants and fellowship programs available in the AANS Booth.

Spine Summit 2025 | Register now for this transformative experience that will elevate your practice & connect you with a community of peers.

01/16/2026

Save the date! NREF will host four hands-on courses again in 2026. Interested in attending? Talk with your program director about a nomination. The nomination window will open soon.
Click here to learn more about our hands-on courses: https://ow.ly/eYys50XYeNn

01/16/2026

Since its inception, the NREF has invested over $30 million in the future of neurosurgery through its support of grants, fellowships and education courses. With your support, we can accomplish even more! Give today at https://ow.ly/cu2g50XWIiq

01/15/2026

Only a week left until the 3rd Annual Van Wagenen Hockey Tournament! Register now before its too late: https://ow.ly/bQvi50XXmMr

01/07/2026

While spaces at the in-person NREF Resident Education courses are invitation-only, several titles are available online, free of charge, to neurosurgical residents around the world.

Watch Resident Education Courses online! Each program consists of several hours of didactic lectures based on the course topic. View the NREF educational archive at https://ow.ly/GhoO50XSURx

01/05/2026

Save the Date! The 21st Annual Neurosurgery Charity Softball Tournament, hosted by Columbia University, will be held Saturday, June 6, 2026, in New York's Central Park. Proceeds benefit neurosurgical research. Learn more at https://ow.ly/aHwU50XRUoi.

01/01/2026

With sincere gratitude for your continued generosity to NREF, best wishes for a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year.

12/24/2025

Make an impact on the future of neurosurgery. Your gift to NREF supports education, research, and outcomes programs that strengthen the specialty and advance patient care.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/K65x50XNEGn

12/23/2025

Calling all hockey-playing med students, residents and faculty — the 2026 Van Wagenen Tournament is almost here. Join us for a spirited matchup at 3M Mariucci Arena and connect with peers across the field. Whether you’re on offense or defense, you’ll be part of something meaningful.
Register today:

Van Wagenen Registration Time to Dust Off Your Skates! Join us for the 3rd Annual Van Wagenen Hockey Tournament at the University of Minnesota! Mark Your Calendars: Saturday, January 24th is Hockey Day Minnesota—a statewide celebration of hockey! You’re invited to celebrate and enjoy the day’s...

12/18/2025

Make an impact on the future of neurosurgery. Your gift to NREF supports education, research, and outcomes programs that strengthen the specialty and advance patient care.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/ocsl50XKYh6

12/17/2025

Make an impact on the future of neurosurgery. Your gift to NREF supports education, research, and outcomes programs that strengthen the specialty and advance patient care.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/NWk450XKYer