About the program
The Medical Student Neurosurgery Training Camp was started in 2018 by medical students at Weill Cornell Medical College with the purpose of providing a hands-on course designed by medical students for medical students aspiring to become neurological surgeons. In 2019, students at Cornell partnered with students from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California to host a training camp in Los Angeles. Each course is designed for medical students of all years, whether you are a first year student looking to get exposed to the field of neurosurgery or a third year student seeking a crash course before starting your sub-internship rotations.
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Program Details
ONLINE PRE-COURSE
Virtual Training Camp
The virtual component is hosted via BSG Learn, our online learning platform tailored to meet the educational needs of students all over the world. Pre-course material includes pre-reading, videos, and interactive activities to help students prepare for the in-person Training Camp.
For those unable to join in-person, access to the virtual component in BSG Learn will be made available for your academic enrichment.
IN-PERSON SESSION
Cadaver & Simulation Labs
- May 30, 2026
- 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM
- 875 Ellicott St, 5th Floor Buffalo, NY, 14203
May 30, 2026
7:00 AM to 6:30 PM
- 875 Ellicott St, 5th Floor Buffalo, NY, 14203
Highlights:
- Cranial & Spine Dissections
- Neurosurgical Instruments & Tools
- Management of Neurosurgical Emergencies
- Floor Procedures & Stroke Care
Hotel Accommodations
A discounted room block has been arranged for attendees at Wyndham Garden Buffalo Downtown
Address: 125 High Street, Buffalo, NY 14203
Room rate: $126.00 per night
Room type: Standard King/Queen Mix
Dates available: May 29 – May 30
Number of rooms: 40 total rooms available
Please note: Room rates are subject to local taxes of 16.75%.
How to Book
Guests may reserve their room in either of the following ways:
- By phone: (877) 999-3223
- Online: Wyndham website
When booking, please use the following Group Code: 052926UBN
Check-In and Check-Out
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
*Early check-in is not guaranteed but may be accommodated upon request.
Payment Information
A valid credit card is required to secure a reservation. Guests are responsible for all charges. Upon arrival, the hotel will authorize the full amount of room and tax, along with incidentals.
Note: Guests must be 21 years or older at check-in.
Additional Costs
Valet parking: $25.00 per day per vehicle + tax
Airport shuttle: $30.00 each way + tax
Cancellation Policy
To avoid a penalty of one night’s room and tax, cancellations must be made at least 48 hours prior to arrival.
For cancellations, please contact the hotel directly at (716) 845-0112.
Program Itinerary
| Time | Format | Sessions | Description | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0630 - 0800 | Check-in, Breakfast, Introductions | |||
| 0800- 0915 | Lecture | Didactic Sessions | How to Succeed as a Sub-Intern (perspectives of Faculty) Faculty Q&A Transition to morning rotations | UBNS Residents and Faculty |
| 0930 - 1300 | Hands On Lab | Lab Block AM | Station 1: Endonasal & Skull Base Approaches (Cephalus specimen) Station 2: Cranial Approaches & Burr Holes (Cephalus specimen) Station 3: Spine Approaches (Torso w/ cephalus specimen) | UBNS Residents and Faculty |
| 1400-1700 | Hands On Lab | Afternoon Skills Rotations | Rotation 1: Essential Procedural Skills (EVD, LP, suturing) Rotation 2: Neurosurgical Emergencies Rotation 3: Endovascular Skills Workshop/ lecture and workshop | UBNS Residents and Faculty |
| 1700-1800 | Interactive Session | Program Director & Resident Panel | Preparing for ERAS Interview strategies, Excelling SUB-I and Resident Q&A | UBNS Residents and Faculty |
| 1800-1830 | Closing Remarks & Networking Wrap-up | |||
Lecture
Didactic Sessions
UBNS Residents and Faculty
Hands On Lab
Lab Block AM
UBNS Residents and Faculty
Hands On Lab
Afternoon Skills Rotations
UBNS Residents and Faculty
Interactive Session
Program Director & Resident Panel
UBNS Residents and Faculty
Our Sponsors
This event is sponsored and hosted by Brain and Spine Group in collaboration with the University at Buffalo Neurosurgery (UBNS).
Education Planning Team
Student Leadership
Sanjida Riea
Jacobs School Of Medicine And Biomedical Sciences
Student Leadership
Megan Malueg
Jacobs School Of Medicine And Biomedical Sciences
Student Leadership
Luke Hobika
Faculty Director
Renee Reynolds, MD
Clinical Associate Professor of Neurosurgery at State University of New York at Buffalo
Senior Leadership
Ryan E. Radwanski, MD
Co-Founder / CEO, Brain & Spine Group
Registration is Open!
Sign-up below for the Training Camp
Virtual only
Cost of registration: Free
Registration includes: Access to online learning platform BSG Learn.
In-Person Training camp
Cost of registration: $60.00
Registration includes: Admission to In-Person Training camp, T-shirt, Breakfast and Lunch.