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Stanford Brain Tumor Center @stanfordbraintumor.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

We’re proud to share that Dr. Michael Lim will serve as co-chair of the 2026 @theabta.bsky.social National Conference. 🧠 Join patients, families, advocates, clinicians & researchers in Chicago or online, Sept. 18–20. 💜 Learn more: abta.org/national-conference #ABTA2026 #BrainTumorAwareness

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

As we approach resident interview season in the coming months, we want to give prospective applicants an inside look at what makes our program truly special. 🧠✨ Full video: stan.md/neurores. 🏥🎓 @stanfordmedicine.bsky.social #Neurosurgery #ResidencyMatch #MedicalEducation

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

🧠 We're hiring! Stanford Neurosurgery & Neuro-Oncology are seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator Associate to join our biobanking program. This role is a great opportunity to launch or grow your career in biomedical research. 🔬🌟 Learn more & apply at: stan.md/CRCA-jobposting

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

🌟 We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Rabab Alshahrani as our new Clinical Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery. 🧠✨ In her role, Dr. Alshahrani will deliver comprehensive neurosurgical care to patients in the East Bay region. Full story: stan.md/alshahrani

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Please join Stanford Medicine in welcoming Dr. Fabio Iwamoto, as Chief of the Division of Neuro-Oncology @stanfordneuro.bsky.social, Co-Director of the @stanfordbraintumor.bsky.social, & Director of the Stanford Cancer Institute Neuro-Oncology Clinical Research Program. Story here: stan.md/iwamoto 🌟

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

The @stanfordbraintumor.bsky.social & Stanford Children's teamed up for the Northern California Brain Tumor Walk & Race at the San Francisco Zoo this past Saturday! 🦁🎗️ A huge thank you to everyone who joined us in our efforts to spread awareness!

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

An unseen tumor changed Claire Cronin Kishore's world, but a team of doctors gave her a second chance. From a frightening ER moment to a 10-hour skull-base surgery at Stanford, this is her story of hope, & gratitude. 🧠✨Read Claire’s patient testimonial at: stan.md/tumor-unseen

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A tumor unseen

An unseen tumor changed Claire Cronin Kishore's world, but a team of doctors gave her a second chance.

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Stanford Spine Center unites leaders in minimally invasive, endoscopic, complex deformity, & spinal tumor care. We treat complex cases with advanced, patient-centered care to limit disruption & speed recovery. Learn more: stan.md/spine-center

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Charissa Chau’s glioblastoma battle inspired her husband, Antoine d’Haussy, to raise $50K for GBM research—split between two labs, including the lab of Dr. Michael Lim 🧠. A micro-effort showing small acts add up ⚡ Read the full story here: stan.md/gbmresearch-...

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

The inaugural #StanfordDayofGiving is here. Join Neurosurgery in supporting our programs and initiatives and remember that any gift you make today (up to $5,000) will be doubled! Follow our progress at dayofgiving.stanford.edu #CardinalGives

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

📢 Exciting News! Join Megan Gershon, a clinical nurse from the Stanford Neuro Oncology Team, for an insightful webinar on leptomeningeal cancer. 🧠✨ 🗓 Date: April 22 🕝 Time: 2:30 PM PST Don't miss out—register here: bit.ly/4dV4ULp #NeuroOncology #Webinar #CancerResearch #StanfordHealth

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

Meet Irina Lucaciu, a courageous patient who faced Cushing's syndrome head-on. After traveling to Stanford, she underwent successful surgery with the talented Dr. Juan Carlos Fernandez-Miranda and Dr. Matei Banu. Now, Irina is on the path to helping others along the way! 💪✨

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Please join us for the Stanford High School Neuroscience Virtual Forum! The forum will take place on April 18, 2026, 10 AM-12:30 PM PST. For more information and registration instructions, please visit the link below. stanforduniversity.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Mark your calendars! The #StanfordDayofGiving day is coming May 13–14. Join Stanford Neurosurgery in supporting the incredible work we do, from pioneering treatments for brain tumors to training the next generation of neurosurgeons. dayofgiving.stanford.edu #CardinalGives #StanfordNeurosurgery

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Last week, our team welcomed Dr. Aviva Abosch who presented her talk: Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Psychiatric Indications: Go or No Go? Dr. Abosch is the Professor and Chief of Neurosurgery at Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Stanford University highlighted @stanfordretina.bsky.social in its 2026 Neuroscience Technology Focus. The project aims to restore sight to people with retinal degeneration using implanted electrodes to recreate natural retinal signals: setr.stanford.edu/technology/n...

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Stanford Artificial Retina Project @stanfordretina.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

For the third year in a row, the Stanford Emerging Technology Review highlights our project in the Neuroscience section and calls it "the most mature brain–machine interface to date in terms of its ability to read and write information" setr.stanford.edu/technology/n...

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The Stanford Emerging Technology Review helps America’s public and private sectors better understand transformational technologies.

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

Stanford’s Artificial Retina Project is advancing next-generation vision restoration with a novel retinal implant. Led by Dr. E.J. Chichilnisky, this collaboration unites neurosurgery, neuroscience, ophthalmology, & more. Support the milestones ahead: bit.ly/4iSF4YH. Full video: bit.ly/4j6kjJj

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

In honor of Facial Pain Awareness Month-- Meet Sheena, a resilient warrior who found hope through Dr. Lim and Dr. Wilson at Stanford after battling debilitating facial and head pain. 💪✨ #PatientStory #Neurosurgery #HealingJourney #Stanford Watch the full video on YouTube: youtu.be/oIsUOES3OTI

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 06/08/2025

Congratulations to Adela Wu, MD, on her appointment to Clinical Assistant Professor! Dr. Wu recently completed her residency with Stanford Neurosurgery and we excited to have her continue her work with us. #Stanford

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 08/07/2025

Courtney Scurto found relief from anesthesia dolorosa through an innovative deep brain stimulation approach at Stanford. "The minute they turned it on, it works," she says, now able to enjoy Hawaii's outdoors again after years of suffering. www.youtube.com/watch?v=veWU...

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Anesthesia Dolorosa Patient Story: Courtney Scurto

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

Exciting work from the Kaltschmidt lab demonstrating a role for glutamatergic neurons in regulating gut motility is featured on the front cover of Neuron. Congratulations! 👏

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 07/05/2025

A rare headache turned into a life-altering emergency for Ralph Jones during a Las Vegas vacation. After experiencing severe symptoms, Dr. Melanie Hayden Gephart removed a hemangioblastoma. Today, he's grateful for each pain-free day. Read his story: med.stanford.edu/neurosurgery...

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Stanford Brain Tumor Center @stanfordbraintumor.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

May is #BrainTumorAwarenessMonth. Stanford Brain Tumor Center supports and empowers the brain tumor community. This month we feature our inspirational patients and dedicated physicians. We hope you'll join us in sharing their stories and spreading awareness. #braintumorawareness #GoGrayinMay

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 28/04/2025

Quick group photo from Stanford Neurosurgery's AANS reception. Great change of pace after another fantastic day at #AANS2025!

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

Stanford Neurosurgery has received a transformative $29.7M grant from #TheMarcusFoundation to advance #brainmapping research! The goal of the research is to develop a new, durable brain-computer interface (BCI) to restore communication in aphasic stroke. t.co/Zmipactj1t

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

In a story of resilience, Erin Schneider opens up about her journey after being diagnosed with chordoma. Thanks to the care from Dr. Juan Carlos Fernandez-Miranda and his team, she underwent a successful tumor resection and occipital spinal fusion. Read her story: med.stanford.edu/neurosurgery...

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Transformation through trials

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stanfordbrain.bsky.social @stanfordbrain.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

Ben Barres believed glial cells were more than brain “glue”—and he was right. In our 50th episode, Brad Zuchero @bradzuchero.bsky.social discusses the rapidly expanding world of glia research, from their role in brain development to neurodegeneration. 🔗 neuroscience.stanford.edu/news/what-ot...

(Left): Brad Zuchero. Assistant professor, Dept of Neurosurgery at Stanford Medicine, Covert-Matera Families Endowed Faculty Scholar, Stanford Maternal & Child Health Research Institute

(Right): Image of Brad Zuchero

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

Today is Match Day! We are so excited to announce the newest additions to the Stanford Neurosurgery residency program! Welcome to the farm!🌲 Maria Bederson, MS Jay Gill, PhD Astrid Hengartner Pavan Shah #Match2025 #stanford #neurosurgery #stanfordneurosurgery

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

Congratulations to Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery, Ashwin Ramayya, MD, PhD, on receiving an R21 Grant. The proposed research is relevant to public health and the NIH’s mission to develop novel non-opioid treatments for chronic pain as a way to combat the opioid epidemic.

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 20/02/2025

Snapshots of our PGY-1s in the OR 🧠📸

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

Join our fifth annual Stanford High School Neuroscience Virtual Forum! Have a neuroscience project that you are passionate about and want to share with a group of students across the country that have similar interest as you? Register: bit.ly/4ftR8fG!

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 07/02/2025

*Publication from the Tharin Lab!* The Tharin Lab studies the roles of small non-coding RNAs (microRNAs) during brain development. miR-193b-365 microcluster downstream of Fezf2 coordinates neuron-subtype identity and dendritic morphology in cortical projection neurons. www.cell.com/iscience/ful...

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miR-193b-365 microcluster downstream of Fezf2 coordinates neuron-subtype identity and dendritic morphology in cortical projection neurons

Biological sciences; Epigenetics; Developmental neuroscience

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

We celebrate the arrival of Frank Willett, PhD, who joins the department as an Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery. Dr. Willett previously worked as a research scientist in the Neural Prosthetics Translational Lab, where he will continue as co-director: stan.md/frank-willett

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Matthew Willsey @matthewwillsey.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

A BCI controlling virtual fingers is used to fly a high-performance virtual quadcopter. BCIs could allow people with paralysis to eventually play multiplayer video games with gamers who use video game controllers. @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social www.nature.com/articles/s41...

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 15/01/2025

Last week, our team welcomed Matthew MacDougall, MD, who presented his talk: Notes on BCI in the Wild. Dr. MacDougall is Chief of Neurosurgery at CPMC Sutter Health, and the Head Neurosurgeon for Neuralink. #neurosurgery #neurosurgeon #stanford #stanfordneurosurgery

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 11/01/2025

Interested in a Subinternship with Stanford Neurosurgery this coming year? Follow the link below for all the info you need. Apply soon, as spots are filling up quickly! Apply here: med.stanford.edu/neurosurgery...

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 06/12/2024

For PGY-5 neurosurgery resident John Choi, MD, M.Ed., his career transition from high school science teacher to doctor is one he considers to go hand in hand. Read about John’s journey into medicine, his love for science, & his commitment to patient care: med.stanford.edu/neurosurgery....

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery, Dr. Vivek Buch, focuses on open and minimally invasive treatment of epilepsy. Laser interstitial thermal therapy (LITT) targets the area of the brain where seizures start with a device called a probe and emits heat to destroy the cells. #EpilepsyAwarenessMonth

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Stanford Neurosurgery @stanfordnsurg.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

November is Epilepsy Awareness Month, and we recognize the millions of people worldwide who live with this brain disorder. We stand with them and their families, caregivers, and loved ones in the fight to continue advancements and find a cure. #EpilepsyAwareness

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