7:00-8:00 AM
Registration / Breakfast / Pre-Course Survey
Kick off the day by checking in, enjoying breakfast, and completing a brief pre-course survey.

8:00-8:15 AM
Introduction
Review the schedule, group assignments, and expectations for the day.

8:15-8:30 AM
Opening Remarks
An introduction to the field of neurosurgery, the city of Buffalo, and the value of hands-on training.

8:30-9:45 AM
Didactic Session: How to Succeed as a Sub-Intern
Tips and strategies for excelling during your sub-internship.

9:45-10:00 AM
Break
Enjoy a snack and transition to the next session.

10:00-11:00 AM (Rotating)
Introduction to the Endovascular Operating Room Environment

• Overview of the sterile angiography environment and proper etiquette

• Review of endovascular instrumentation

• Demonstration of sterile scrub techniques
  
  

11:00 AM-12:00 PM (Rotating)
Anatomy & Approaches to the Cranium

• Explore approaches to cranial surgery, including anatomical landmarks and positioning.

• Correlate radiological imaging with anatomical features.

• Demonstration of cranial techniques.
  
  

12:00-1:00 PM (Rotating)
Anatomy & Approaches to the Spine

• Demonstrate anterior cervical and posterior lumbar approaches.

• Discuss positioning, radiologic correlation, and surgical techniques.
  
  

1:00-2:00 PM
Networking Lunch
Connect with faculty, residents, and fellow participants.

2:00-3:00 PM (Rotating)
Essential Skills

• Placement of external ventricular drains and lumbar drains (30 minutes per group).

• Suturing and wound closure techniques (30 minutes per group).
  
  

3:00-4:00 PM (Rotating)
Endovascular Skills & Techniques

• Overview of endovascular interventions and tools.
  
  

4:00-5:00 PM (Rotating)
Didactic & Discussion Session: Common Neurosurgical Emergencies
Presentations on recognizing and managing neurosurgical emergencies.

5:00-6:00 PM
Resident Panel Q&A

• How to write a case report

• Preparing for ERAS and residency interviews

• Tips for being an effective sub-intern

6:00-6:30 PM
Closing Remarks & Post-Course Survey
Wrap up the day and provide feedback to help improve future training camps.

*Please Note: The program itinerary is subject to modification based on faculty, staff, or resource availability to ensure the highest quality of training and educational experience.

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