Residents
Your path through residency tailored to your needs.
Your CNS membership is complimentary for those enrolled in an ACGME approved residency program. Activate it and access the tools that will carry you through board, fellowship, and into practice.
Residents in ACGME accredited programs qualify for complimentary CNS membership
Board Preparation
Prepare for the primary board.
CNS is your official board prep partner for neurosurgery residents with ABNS-aligned content for both the Primary Examination and the Oral Board.
Study Materials
All 7 subspecialty modules. Uses actual ABNS question stems. Covers the full breadth of what residents must master before their chief year.
$75
/ module
Resident pricing (code CNSEDRES)
Non-Member
$225 / module / year
Member
$150 / module / year
SANS Written Board Review Course
Intensive 2-day virtual course held before the ABNS Primary Exam
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Oral Board Review Virtual Course
CNS continues to be your partner, as you prepare for practice. Designed to mirror the ABNS oral exam format. General and subspecialty tracks available.
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Your full education catalog.
Online Education Subscription
100+ webinars, on demand, anytime. Exclusive member benefit.
Code CNSEDRES = free access to most webinars (not the subscription).
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Nexus
600+ operative video cases in all 7 subspecialties. Watch how experts handle the cases you’ll face.
7 Subspecialties · CME-eligible
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CNS+ Mobile App
Access guidelines, SANS, and AI-powered clinical answers on any device.
iOS & Android
- Download for free
Annual Meeting
Reduced registration rate for residents. Complimentary housing on a first-come, first-served basis. Dedicated resident programming and courses.
Career Center
Find open positions for residents, fellows, and practicing neurosurgeons. Manage your profile and apply directly.
From residency to practice: a step-by-step guide.
The Resident Roadmap guides you through training milestones, job search, and career launch.
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Written Board
2
Resident Research Grants and Awards
3
Fellowships
4
Finding a Position
5
Polishing Your CV
6
Writing a Cover Letter
7
Gathering References and Letters of Recommendation
8
Job Search and Networking
9
Scheduling Interviews
10
Interviewing for Positions
11
Contract Negotiation
Active Practice
Publications
Read the journals that define the field.
Residents get complimentary access to the online version of the journals.
Publications Resident Fellowship
Gain editorial experience with CNS journals as a resident fellow.
Community
Resident Committee Leadership.
CNS Resident Committee
Members spearhead key initiatives and hold leadership roles offering professional development, networking, and engagement in organized neurosurgery.
Applications open annually
CNS Medical Student Committee
A sub-committee of the Resident Committee. Medical students and neurosurgery residents work together to lead initiatives and serve in leadership positions building relationships across organized neurosurgery before residency begins.
Applications open annually
Transitioning
Going into fellowship? Graduating soon?
Extending into Fellowship
Let CNS know so your free Resident membership continues. Share your program name, completion date, and updated contact information.
- Email membership services
Transitioning to Active Membership
Graduated within the last year? Convert to Active membership with no application fee and a quick process.
- Email membership services
Your resident membership is free with CNS. Activate your membership today.
Residency Programs
Browse neurosurgery residency programs and visit each program’s website to learn more about training opportunities, requirements, and application information.
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