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The American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS) is your partner in professional growth. Developing services for residents is one of our top priorities, and AANS is introducing a new mentoring program to help you navigate some of the murkier waters of this period of training. Many residents find themselves asking questions like these:

•  How do I balance my personal life with the demands of a career in neurosurgery?
•  What are the pros and cons of an academic versus private practice neurosurgery  career?
•  Should a fellowship be the next step for me after residency?
•  What are effective ways to network after residency?
•  Did I make the best decision during that surgical procedure? What's your opinion?

Who can you turn to other than your program director to ask these types of questions or to just talk to someone who understands the demands put on a neurosurgeon? A seasoned neurosurgeon mentor may be the best person to turn to. The AANS Resident Mentoring Program will match you with a mentor whom you can contact by telephone, e-mail or face-to-face with questions and concerns. The relationship between you and your mentor should be built on trust so that issues discussed between you and your mentor will stay between the two of you.

To be matched with a mentor deemed most suitable for you, please complete the four questions on the AANS Resident Mentoring Program form (PDF 22KB). The AANS will match your needs to a mentor who meets the categories you identify as most important. You and your mentor will be provided with each other's contact information. During the initial meeting, be it via e-mail or phone call, you can both determine the best method and frequency to contact each other.

For more information or questions regarding this program please contact AANS at
(888) 566-AANS (267) or (847) 378-0500.