Description
The Specialist in Neurosurgery, through a medical practice grounded in an educational methodology focused on problem-solving, becomes highly competent within their specific scope of action.
The duration of the Specialty in Neurosurgery Specialization is 5 years.
Required Academic Background: 1 year of General Surgery Specialization.
Primary Clinical Site
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Mexican Social Security Institute (IMSS)
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High Specialization Medical Unit, Specialties Hospital No. 25
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Recognition of Official Validity of Studies (RVOE) granted by the Secretary of Public Education under agreement: 20193752
Objective
To prepare specialists in Neurosurgery with sufficient knowledge to address neurosurgical pathologies, including comprehensive clinical evaluation, clinical and paraclinical diagnosis, medical and surgical treatment, and rehabilitation. This training is oriented towards meeting the needs of both institutional and private medicine, leveraging technology to provide the highest standards of care. Specialists coordinate within multidisciplinary teams in a framework of humanism, ethics, professionalism, and profound respect for the environment. They use scientific research as a habitual tool in their daily practice and are committed to continuous professional development.
Admission profile
Knowledge
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Solid understanding of medical science, particularly in general surgery.
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Evaluation of patients with surgical pathologies.
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Comprehensive knowledge of scientific methodology and epidemiological methods.
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Proficiency in comprehension and translation of the English language.
Skills
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Competence in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in general surgery.
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Effective teamwork skills.
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Basic proficiency in internet use.
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Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
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Knowledge and management of statistical packages.
Attitudes
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Warmth and availability in patient and family care.
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Values of honesty and respect for others.
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Habit of studying and participating in continuing education activities.
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Promotion of a healthy lifestyle for disease prevention and improved quality of life.
Graduate profile
Upon completion of your studies in Neurosurgery, you will have developed the following knowledge:
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Comprehensive understanding of methods and techniques of medical care appropriate to individual and group circumstances encountered in professional practice.
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Selection, analysis, and evaluation of medical literature in their specialty, applying it appropriately in daily practice to support, deepen, and expand professional actions.
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Proficiency in the scientific method of research as a continuous method of updating.
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Recognition of surgical instruments and fundamentals of surgical techniques.
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In-depth knowledge of cranial neuroanatomy, brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves.
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Recognition of macroscopic and microscopic neurological pathologies.
Upon completion of your studies in Neurosurgery, you will have developed the following skills:
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Application of acquired skills and abilities to solve surgical problems in daily practice, continuously developing and acquiring new skills and abilities in line with scientific and technological advances for the benefit of patients.
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Utilization of educational methodology as an essential complementary method for continuous self-learning during residency and professional practice, as well as to facilitate education of peers, patients, family members, and accompanying staff in daily activities.
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Use of critical reflection as a habitual element in the practice of their profession, applying it to resources for prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation within their specialized field of neurosurgery.
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Formulation of diagnostic and therapeutic hypotheses for managing neurological conditions.
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Coordination within a multidisciplinary team for comprehensive patient and family care.
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Participation in the educational process of colleagues, healthcare team, patients, and families under their care.
Upon completion of your studies in Neurosurgery, you will have developed the following attitudes:
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Practice of their profession with high professional and humanistic values, establishing effective and professional physician-patient-family relationships.
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Integration and respectful, high-quality teamwork with responsibility towards the medical society and society at large.
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Promotion of the integration of medical advances in professional practice and work environments to provide the greatest benefits and lowest risks to patients.
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Commitment to ongoing improvement and updating, transmission of knowledge and experiences to patients, families, students, and colleagues.
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Acceptance of responsibility for the care and attention of their patients.
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Participation in the development of medical research projects aimed at addressing significant problems in their specialty.
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Demonstration of profound respect for their environment.
Live an experience abroad
Have an academic experience abroad for a summer, a semester or a year.
See moreCurriculum
Consult the courses that you will take in the Subspecialty in Neurosurgery.
Code | Course | Credits |
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SSNC1011 |
Neurosurgical Propaedeutics |
4 |
SSNC1012 |
Morphological Neuroanatomy |
4 |
SSNC1013 |
Basic Neurophysiology |
4 |
SSNC1014 |
Surgical Pathology I |
4 |
SSNC1015 | Research I | 8 |
SSNC1016 | Clinical Training I | 70 |
Code | Course | Credits |
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SSNC2011 |
Neuropathology |
4 |
SSNC2012 |
Neurotraumatology |
4 |
SSNC2013 |
Clinical Neurology |
4 |
SSNC2014 |
Neuroradiology I |
4 |
SSNC2015 |
Research II | 8 |
SSNC2016 |
Clinical Training II | 70 |
Code | Course | Credits |
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SSNC3011 |
Neuro-otology and Neuro-ophthalmology |
4 |
SSNC3012 |
Neurosurgical Microanatomy |
4 |
SSNC3013 |
Neuroradiology II |
4 |
SSNC3014 |
Spinal Cord and Peripheral Nerve Neurosurgery |
4 |
SSNC3015 |
Research III |
8 |
SSNC3016 |
Clinical Training III |
70 |
Code | Course | Credits |
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SSNC4011 |
Surgical Pathology II |
4 |
SSNC4012 |
Pediatric Neurosurgery |
4 |
SSNC4013 |
Neuro-oncology |
4 |
SSNC4014 |
Research IV |
8 |
SSNC4015 |
Medical and Health Education |
6 |
SSNC4016 |
Bioethics and Medical Professionalism |
4 |
SSNC4017 |
Clinical Training IV |
70 |
Code | Course | Credits |
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SSNC5011 |
Vascular Neurosurgery |
4 |
SSNC5012 |
Skull Base Surgery |
4 |
SSNC5013 |
Functional Neurosurgery and Neuroendoscopy |
4 |
SSNC5014 |
Research V |
8 |
SSNC5015 |
Clinical Training V |
70 |
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