The Brain, Spine & Beyond Synapse 2

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Mohamed Draz
October 02, 2024

BSB Beyond The Headlines
Nerve Root Examinations

Continuing on the series of neurological examination, this week, we are exploring how to examine the C6 and C7 nerve roots. Click below to watch.

Deep Dive
How do patients in low and middle-income countries (LMIC) recover after surgery for glioblastoma multiforme?

Opeyemi et al. identifies significant challenges in glioblastoma-multiforme management in LMICs, including healthcare infrastructure deficiencies, delayed diagnosis, high treatment costs, cultural beliefs, and limited research funding. These factors adversely affect patient outcomes and survival rates compared to high-income countries.

What additional resources do you think would benefit management of GBM in such countries?

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Your Neuro Take
Tumour Diagnostician

Take a crack at the case below!

Brain, Spine & Beyond on LinkedIn: #medtwitter #meded #neurosurgery #brain #spine

What do you think is the tumour shown in the images below? What symptoms do patients with this tumour usually present with? Courtesy of Dr Mostafa El-Feky…

www.linkedin.com/posts/brain-spine-beyond_medtwitter-meded-neurosurgery-activity-7236327488526716928-sLGe?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

Neuro Nuggets
Subacute combined degeneration on MRI

Find below how deficiency of Vitamin B12 can affect the spinal cord!

Neuro Calendar
BSB Cohort Programs & Events

Our first cohort program on neurovascular surgery is over. Over 30 students registered for the course. We received wonderful feedback about the course structure and delivery.

We are designing multiple other courses covering neurosurgical research, hydrocephalus, pituitary and many more. Make sure you follow us on social platforms and read our newsletter to secure your place for our next course.

Neuromodulation Society

Check out below the annual scientific meeting run by the Neuromodulation Society of UK & Ireland:

Beyond
How can mentorship help people learn about themselves and others?

Mentorship fosters growth, self-confidence and interpersonal skills. Similar to how language among many other skills are only learned in the early years of life, mentees require diligent support as they enter the workforce to establish their foundation as they face new ‘on-the-job’ challenges. Early intervention ensures long-term personal and occupational success.

See below this article from Harvard Business Reviews for specific tips:

What High Achievers Need from Their Mentors

Even the best-performing individuals need guidance to avoid complacency, continue growing, and reach new heights. High achievers need mentors who encourage them to embrace continuous learning and improvement with a growth mindset, develop a deeper understanding of their own emotions and those of others through emotional intelligence, and embrace a more intentional approach to broadening and strengthening their network.

hbr.org/2024/08/what-high-achievers-need-from-their-mentors?ab=HP-hero-for-you-text-1