About Us
The Skull Base Group at McMaster has been designated as a North American Skull Base Society (NASBS) Multidisciplinary Team of Distinction
Educational
Neurosurgery as a discipline arose as a result of an increasing need for special expertise in the surgical and non-surgical treatment of various diseases affecting the nervous system and supporting structures. Our program educates learners at all levels in a variety of available sub-specialties. Medical clerks are welcome to apply to the Electives Program offered through the Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine.
Our Postgraduate Training Program offers a considerable amount of flexibility for the fulfillment of self directed learning and individual research interests. Our educational program design is founded on necessary key competencies stipulated by CanMEDS and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, to enable our graduates to function as expert consultants in neurosurgery. The surgical experience of our residents and fellows is further enriched by the multicultural diversity of the members that comprise our division.
Clinical
The Division of Neurosurgery operates out of two teaching institutions. These are Hamilton Health Sciences (HHS) and St. Joseph’s Healthcare. The treatment of adults with surgically manageable neurological diseases is centered at the Hamilton General site in collaboration with members of the Neuroscience Program. The majority of pediatric cases are managed at McMaster Children’s Hospital where the Acute Care Pediatric Program is based. Through close collaboration with the Cancer Clinic for neuro-oncology, procedures requiring spinal surgery are most frequently performed at the Hamilton General site (HHS) and at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Charlton campus.
Research
Research training is an important facet of the Residency Training Program in the Division. We encourage an interest in both clinical and basic science research. The formation of many McMaster Neuro Research Groups, presents various opportunities for surgical residents. Clinical research opportunities can always be arranged with many of our faculty members. Research activities within the Division have continued to expand, and collaboration amongst residents on complex/larger projects has increased. As new avenues of investigation continue to develop and our research infrastructure improves, the breadth and depth of our work is enhanced, ultimately improving the outcomes for our patients.