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Prevention is one of the most powerful tools in neurosurgery. As part of #NeurosurgeryAwarenessMonth, Dr. Blake Taylor of @NeurosurgUCSF shares five things every parent should know before purchasing an e-bike for their child. Understanding the risks can help prevent serious brain and spinal injuries. Watch the video and share it with another parent. Thank you to @ZEISSmeditec for their support of #NeurosurgeryAwarenessMonth #EBikeSafety #HelmetSafety #BrainInjuryAwareness #ConcussionAwareness #Neurosurgery @neurosurgery @KatieOrrico @JohnMaaMD @AmCollSurgeons

Your story could inspire the next generation of neurosurgeons. Share this post with your answer, tag a mentor who made an impact on your career and invite another neurosurgeon to tell their story. Let's celebrate the people and moments that brought us to this profession. #NeurosurgeryAwarenessMonth

Every diagnosis begins with a person. Every procedure requires extraordinary precision. Every outcome has the power to change a life. Today marks the start of #NeurosurgeryAwarenessMonth. Throughout August, the American Association of Neurological Surgeons will celebrate this year's theme, Precision That Changes Lives, by sharing the stories, people and innovations that define one of medicine's most demanding specialties. You'll go behind the scenes of neurosurgery to see the dedication, training and teamwork behind every operation. We'll highlight how new technologies and groundbreaking research are expanding what's possible for patients. We'll share stories of resilience, recovery and hope, while recognizing the neurosurgeons, care teams, researchers, educators and advocates working every day to advance neurological care. Whether you've been touched by neurosurgery as a patient, caregiver, physician, trainee, industry partner or supporter, your voice is part of this story. Join us throughout the month. Watch, learn, share and help shine a light on the expertise, compassion and innovation that change lives every day. Visit the Neurosurgery Awareness Month hub to explore resources and learn how you can participate: aans.org/about/neurosurgery-… To our neurosurgical community: We invite you to help tell the story of our specialty. Share your experiences, your patients' successes, your research, innovations, educational moments, advocacy efforts and the people who inspire you. Use #NeurosurgeryAwarenessMonth so we can celebrate your contributions and amplify the incredible work happening across the field. Together, we can help the world better understand the impact of neurosurgery. #NeurosurgeryAwarenessMonth #PrecisionThatChangesLives @KatieOrrico @AANS_President @AboschAviva @AdamArthurMD @MohamadBydon @JohnRatliffMD

The Exhibit Hall is officially closed! #AANS2026

A packed room and a powerful start to the day for Plenary I. Plenary I brought together key updates, emerging science and leadership perspectives, highlighted by the AANS Presidential Address from @AANS_President, E. Sander Connolly Jr. From new data on migraine treatment to innovations in ICP monitoring, the session delivered a wide-ranging look at where the field is heading. A true must-see moment of #AANS2026

Make sure you review the Know Before You Go details for #AANS2026—everything from registration and housing to session planning, exhibitor info and key logistics to help you navigate the meeting with ease. With four days of cutting-edge science, hands-on learning and nonstop networking, a little prep goes a long way. Get ready, get organized and make the most of your time in San Antonio: ow.ly/6mQP50YSAe1 #AANS2026

Happening on Sunday, May 3 at #AANS2026, non-CME abstracts take center stage, bringing the best innovation and science to the main stage. You’ll want to grab a seat for Navigated, Trans-Muscular Cervical Pedicle and Pedicle Inlet Screws With an Accessory Mayfield Stabilizer: Cadaveric Accuracy Study Presenter: Martin Pham, MD, FAANS Discussant: Paul Park, MD, FAANS Company: @Medtronic

Just announced: FDA Commissioner Marty Makary, MD, is the 2026 Charles L. Plante Lecture at #AANS2026, happening during the Opening Session on Friday, May 1, from 4:30 – 5 pm. Commissioner Makary brings a surgeon’s perspective to one of the most influential regulatory roles in medicine, with a strong focus on transparency and patient safety. Join us at #AANS2026, where Commissioner Makary will join Washington Committee Chair Alex Khalessi, MD, FAANS, for a timely conversation on science, medicine and regulation. annualmeeting.aans.org/featu…

Heading to San Antonio for #AANS2026? Let people know you’re going and start the conversation early. Access the #AANS2026 Social Toolkit to share with your own network and amplify your presence before you arrive. From ready-to-use graphics to key messaging, everything you need is at your fingertips. Join us in San Antonio from May 1–4 and be part of an unforgettable meeting. ow.ly/MtmY50YKE7P

Designed to integrate cutting-edge technology into cranial workflows, this clinic highlights how virtual reality and artificial intelligence are reshaping modern neurosurgical practice. Faculty showcase VR tools for immersive preoperative planning and patient counseling, alongside AI platforms that enhance intraoperative navigation, precision and decision support. Sessions also address practical applications in documentation, coding and billing to streamline clinical operations. Engage in hands-on demonstrations with expert guidance and walk away with actionable strategies to elevate efficiency, accuracy and patient care. Learn more: annualmeeting.aans.org/pract…

In 1987, an intraoperative observation led to deep brain stimulation. Alim Louis Benabid, MD, PhD, Lasker & Breakthrough Prize laureate will give Van Wagenen Lecture at #AANS2026. May 1-4, in San Antonio, TX. Register at ow.ly/zXhY50YHb96 #DBS #DeepBrainStimulation #Parkinsons

Examine how VR and AI tools are reshaping operative planning, intraoperative execution and practice efficiency. Topics include VR-based patient education and preoperative simulation, AI platforms for predictive analytics and patient selection, navigation and screw placement technologies, and decision-support tools including robotics. Additional discussion addresses workflow optimization, documentation and billing efficiency. Hands-on stations provide practical exposure to spine-focused platforms, allowing attendees to evaluate how these technologies integrate into real-world practice. Learn more: annualmeeting.aans.org/pract…

The 2026 AANS Annual Scientific Meeting offers more than scientific programming. This year’s experiences include a hat bar and curated lifestyle vendors, a build-your-own BBQ rub station, Career Fair and a book signing with Alan R. Cohen, MD, FAANS, for his new memoir Comfort Always. Access the #AANS2026 Social Toolkit to share with your own network. Join us in San Antonio from May 1-4 for an unforgettable meeting! ow.ly/ohYj50YGKJ5