AANS/CNS Section

Pediatric Neurological Surgery

Educational Lecture Series

The Fellowship Lecture Series is the Pediatric Section’s premier virtual education program, designed to provide fellows, residents, faculty, and practicing pediatric neurosurgeons with access to expert-led lectures, interactive case discussions, and a growing library of on-demand educational content. Through collaborative learning and evidence-based presentations, the series promotes lifelong education while keeping members informed about the latest advances in pediatric neurosurgery.

Whether you’re preparing for board certification, expanding your clinical knowledge, or staying current with emerging surgical techniques, the Fellowship Lecture Series provides flexible, high-quality education that supports your professional growth from anywhere in the world.

Featured Upcoming Lecture

On behalf of the Education Committee of the Pediatric Section and Drs. Leonard, Niazi, Stabingas and McEvoy, we are excited to announce the next Educational Lecture on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at 7 pm EDT. This educational curriculum for the pediatric section consists of an every-other-month virtual conference featuring an educational talk followed by a presentation/Q&A session hosted by a panel of junior faculty, and fellows. 

Topic: “Pediatric Epilepsy Surgery”

Dr. Howard L. Weiner: Chief of Neurosurgery and George A Peterkin Jr Endowed Chair in Neurosurgery (Texas Children’s Hospital), Professor of Neurosurgery and Vice Chair of Neurosurgery (Baylor College of Medicine). Topic: Epilepsy-associated tumors

Dr. Benjamin Kennedy: Director of Epilepsy and Functional Neurosurgery and Devon Pytel Endowed Chair in Neurosurgery (Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia), Associate Professor of Neurosurgery (University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine) Topic: Hemispherotomy & temporo-parieto-occipital (TPO) disconnections

Dr. Hannah Goldstein: (Seattle Children’s Hospital) Associate Professor of Neurological Surgery, (University of Washington): Neuromodulation & Non-Resective Surgical Cases

Dr. John Andrews (former CHOP pediatric neurosurgery fellow): Case Presentation

Moderator: Dr. Sean McEvoy (St. Louis Children’s Hospital) Associate Professor of Neurosurgery. Washington University in St. Louis

A panel Q&A will follow where attendees will relevant questions to the speakers and guide the conversation:

Our hope is that this educational series will serve to not only provide pediatric neurosurgical educational content to our fellows and residents but also introduce our junior faculty, fellows, and residents to the pediatric neurosurgery community.

Why Attend?

Learn from Experts

Hear from internationally recognized leaders in pediatric neurosurgery sharing the latest evidence, techniques, and best practices.

Interactive Case Discussions

Participate in live panel discussions featuring real-world cases, audience questions, and expert insights.

Learn Anytime

Missed a session? Access recorded lectures and educational videos on demand.

Global Community

Connect virtually with fellows, residents, faculty, and pediatric neurosurgeons from around the world.

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Contribute to the collective intelligence of the pediatric neurosurgery community.

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