Medical Students
Neurosurgery starts here.
Membership is complimentary for medical students to help you get started in the field. Explore the field, build connections, and access resources that guide your path.
Explore the Field
Is neurosurgery right for you?
Neurosurgery is one of medicine’s most demanding and rewarding specialties. CNS gives you access to real clinical content and community so you can make an informed decision about your career path.
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Learn the Specialty
Access webinars and the CNS+ app, which is designed to show you what neurosurgery really involves.
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See the Cases
Nexus offers 600+ operative video cases. Watch experienced neurosurgeons at work across all 7 subspecialties.
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Annual Meeting
Connect with residents, fellows, and practicing neurosurgeons, with programming designed especially for you.
Membership Benefits
What you get as a CNS Medical Student member.
Discounted Publications
Reduced subscription rates for Neurosurgery, Operative Neurosurgery, and Congress Quarterly.
100+ Online Courses
Access to the full CNS online education catalog — webinars, courses, and CME content.
CNS+ Mobile App
AI-powered access to guidelines, courses, and clinical content — on your phone.
Discounted SANS Access
SANS Lifelong Learning, Spine, Pediatrics, Competencies, and Neurotrauma at member rates.
Annual Meeting Access
Take advantage of free medical student registration when you register early.
Leadership Opportunities
Volunteer for the CNS Medical Student Subcommittee. Build your professional profile before residency.
From medical school to neurosurgeon.
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Medical Student
Complimentary CNS membership
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Match into Neurosurgery Residency
Continue with a complimentary membership to support you during residency
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Fellow / Attending
Transition to an Active Membership with access to all a CNS membership has to offer
Start your neurosurgery journey with CNS.
Complimentary for medical students. No dues until you’re practicing.
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