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AANS
Goodman Oral Board Preparation

Overview

The 2023 AANS Goodman Oral Board Preparation course is highly interactive and simulates the examination given by the American Board of Neurological Surgery (ABNS).

Started in 1997 by Julius Goodman, MD, this course is the premier neurosurgical oral board review, with over 90% of candidates attending at least once prior to taking the exam. The must-attend 2023 AANS Goodman Oral Board Preparation course reflects the changes in the ABNS Oral Examination. Practicing neurosurgeons who register for the full course have the opportunity to attend at least four breakout sessions specific to their subspecialty to prepare for the focused-practice portion of the exam.

Registration includes a copy of Goodman’s Neurosurgery Oral Board Review by Allan D. Levi, MD, PhD, FAANS.

Course Director

Allan D. Levi, MD, PhD, FAANS
University of Miami

Dr. Levi is a tenured professor and chair of neurosurgery at the University of Miami MILLER School of Medicine. His clinical practice focuses on complex spinal cord, spine and peripheral nerve disorders. His clinical research interests have focused on developing cellular transplantation strategies to repair injuries within both the human central and peripheral nervous systems.

CME Credit

The AANS is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians

The AANS designates this live activity for a maximum of 25.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Registration Fees

AANS Member Full Course

$2,300

Non-member Full Course

$3,300

Military Full Course

$2,000

*AANS Member Plenary Session Only

$1,900

*Non-member Plenary Session Only*

$2,900

*Plenary session only registration does not include the one-on-one sessions and hot seat participation.

Registration Open

May 9-11, 2023 | Virtual

May Course Registration

November 7-9, 2023 | Virtual

November Course Registration

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This agenda is for reference purposes only.

Day 1
Time Topic(s)
8-8:30 am Introduction
8:30-10:30 am Plenary Session and One-on-one Sessions
10:30-11 am Break
11 am - 1 pm Plenary Session and One-on-one Sessions
1-2 pm Break
2-4 pm Plenary Session and One-on-one Sessions
4-4:30 pm Break
4:30-6:30 pm Plenary Session and One-on-one Sessions
Day 2
Time Topic(s)
8-10:30 am Plenary Session and One-on-one Sessions
10:30-11 am Break
11 am-1 pm Plenary Session and One-on-one Sessions
1-2 pm Break
2-4 pm Plenary Session and One-on-one Sessions
4-4:30 pm Break
4:30-6:30 pm Plenary Session and One-on-one Sessions
Day 3
Time Topic(s)
8-10:30 am Plenary Session and One-on-one Sessions
10:30-11 am Break
11 am - 1 pm Plenary Session and One-on-one Sessions
1-2 pm Break
2-4 pm Faculty Submitted Case Presentations
4-4:30 pm Break
4:30-6:30 pm Faculty Submitted Case Presentations

Important Dates:

May Course

  • 4/19/23 Register by date to receive a copy of Goodman's Neurosurgery Oral Board Review book before the course

November Course

  • 10/18/23 Register by date to receive a copy of Goodman's Neurosurgery Oral Board Review book before the course

Course Information and Tips:

All times for the course are listed in Central Standard Time (CST).

Your Zoom account should be your First and Last name as you registered for the course. Breakout Sessions: We suggest you “star” or “favorite” your breakout session and other session you plan to attend so they are easy to locate. We also suggest having a skull and spine model available.


Shipping Policies

AANS does not ship out of the United States.


Cancellation Policies:

November 1-3, 2022 Cancellation/Refund Policy

Requests for cancellation, substitution or transfer of course registration must be received in writing prior to October 3, 2022, to receive a full refund less a $50 processing fee. Cancellations, substitutions, or transfers to another course will only be granted October 4-15, 2022, less a $100 processing fee. No refunds will be made for cancellations, substitutions, or transfers after October 15, 2022. Email written cancellation, substitution, or transfer requests to education@aans.org.

The AANS reserves the right to cancel a course. Registrants will be notified by phone and a formal letter of cancellation will follow in the mail. In the event of course cancellation, registration fees are refundable; however, airline and hotel penalties are the responsibility of the registrant.


Note: Videotaping, recording or photographing any portion of this course is strictly prohibited by the AANS

November 9-11, 2021 - Virtual

Cancellation and Refund Policies

Requests for cancellation, substitution or transfer of course registration must be received in writing prior to October 12, 2021, in order to receive a full refund less a $50 processing fee. Cancellations, substitutions or transfers to another course will only be granted October 13-25, 2021, less a $100 processing fee. No refunds will be made for cancellations, substitutions or transfers after October 26, 2021. Email written cancellation, substitution or transfer requests to epm@aans.org.

The AANS reserves the right to cancel a course. Registrants will be notified by telephone and a formal letter of cancellation will follow in the mail. In the event of course cancellation, registration fees are refundable; however, airline and hotel penalties are the responsibility of the registrant.

Note: Videotaping, recording or photographing any portion of this course is strictly prohibited by the AANS.