Education & Training
Our Programs
The Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine’s Department of Neurological Surgery is committed to developing the future leaders of our field. Learn more about our department’s neurosurgery education programs via the links below.
Shaping the Future of Neurosurgery

Skull Base Laboratory
Residents, fellows, and practicing surgeons work with highly trained faculty using state-of-the-art technologies and hands-on dissection emphasizing a comprehensive and translational approach using real surgical techniques that better equip trainees with the skills they need in the operating room.
Health Equity
Our vision is to make The Department of Neurological Surgery and all Northwestern, our communities, all communities, our lives and the world a better place — with everyone having the chance and responsibility for reaching their own pinnacle of health.

Starzl Academy

Physician-Scientist Training & Resources
We offer a wide range of resources, mentorship opportunities and formal training programs to help our residents and fellows excel as physician-scientists. Explore all of the resources and hear from housestaff who are making research a major part of their career development plans.