Neurosurgery residency curriculum + training structure at Tufts Medical Center
The curriculum at the Tufts Medical Center Neurosurgery Residency Program is designed to foster progressive clinical autonomy, surgical skill development and academic growth. Residents are given increasing responsibility both in and out of the operating room as they advance through training, with close supervision and mentorship from faculty.
In addition to surgical and clinical training, the program provides strong support for scholarly development. Each resident is paired with a research mentor who helps guide project design, development and execution. Residents may pursue their own research interests or contribute to ongoing departmental or institutional studies.
Tufts University School of Medicine’s core neuroscience faculty and the basic science researchers within the Department of Neurosurgery serve as active collaborators and advisors, ensuring that each resident has access to the expertise and resources necessary to carry out meaningful academic work.
