KevinMD October 4, 2024
The COVID-19 pandemic has left an indelible mark on every aspect of health care, including neurosurgery. As a fourth-year medical student navigating my neurosurgical rotations during this unprecedented time, I experienced firsthand how the pandemic reshaped our approach to medical education, patient care, and surgical practice. This period has been transformative, challenging my understanding of neurosurgery and reinforcing the need for adaptability and resilience in the face of unforeseen challenges.
Before the pandemic, my neurosurgical training was centered around hands-on experiences—spending hours in the operating room, closely observing and assisting with complex cases, and engaging in face-to-face discussions with mentors. However, when COVID-19 hit, everything changed. Elective surgeries were postponed, in-person learning was restricted, and the traditional model of surgical...
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