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Neurosurgery Residency Program

Neurosurgery Residency Program
Neurosurgery Residency Program

Exceptional neurosurgical training in Boston

The Neurosurgery Residency Program at Tufts Medical Center in downtown Boston offers comprehensive neurosurgical training in a high-volume academic medical center. Residents gain hands-on experience in the operating room and at the bedside while learning from expert neurosurgeons who prioritize education, mentorship and progressive independence.

Our Boston-based neurosurgery program blends clinical excellence with research opportunities. Residents participate in a wide range of neurosurgical procedures and are encouraged to explore the connection between clinical care and basic science. A strong team culture supported by physician assistants, nurse practitioners and faculty ensures residents are well prepared for independent practice and academic leadership.

Neurosurgery residency highlights:

  • Location in downtown Boston provides access to diverse and complex cases
  • Mentorship-focused training with increasing surgical independence
  • Opportunities for research in clinical and basic neurosciences
  • Collaborative team environment with experienced faculty and advanced practice providers

Graduates of our program leave with the skills, confidence and academic foundation to lead in any neurosurgical setting.

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Aurora Adams, BA, C-TAGME
Residency Coordinator
Neurosurgery residency program in Boston with hands-on surgical training + research opportunities
1,700+
Neurosurgical procedures performed each year
hands-on surgical experience
50+
Including attendings, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners supporting training
faculty members

Residents progressively assume greater responsibility in clinical decision-making and operative procedures as they advance through training. This graduated autonomy ensures comprehensive development of both technical skills and clinical judgment essential for neurosurgical practice.

Faculty provide rigorous, individualized mentorship that emphasizes mastery of bedside assessment and operative technique. This structured guidance fosters critical thinking, precision and professional growth within an academic environment.

Physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and attending neurosurgeons collaborate closely with residents to maintain high standards of patient care. This multidisciplinary approach enhances clinical outcomes and enriches the educational experience through integrated teamwork.

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