Neurological Surgery

West Virginia University Program

Morgantown, WV · South Atlantic

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Contact

Program Director

Nicholas Brandmeir, MD

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Program Coordinator

Olivia Ramsay, MD

Email coordinator

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Training Sites

2 hospitals in Morgantown

1
West Virginia University Hospitals
Morgantown, WV
Primary
2
West Virginia University School of Medicine
Morgantown, WV
Sponsor

Score Ranges

USMLE Step 2 CK237 – 271

180205230255280

Level 2 CE data not available

Interview Rates

US MD

20%

US DO

US IMG

Non-US IMG

Applicant Origin

In-State

100%

Out-of-State

12%

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Interview Prep

Common questions for Neurological Surgery interviews

specialtyWhat draws you to neurosurgery despite the demanding lifestyle?★ common

clinicalDescribe a case that solidified your interest in neurosurgery.★ common

behavioralHow do you handle the emotional burden of high-mortality cases?

specialtyWhat subspecialty within neurosurgery interests you?★ common

personalDiscuss your research and how it applies to neurosurgery.★ common

personalTell me about yourself.★ common

specialtyWhy did you choose this specialty?★ common

programWhy are you interested in our program?★ common

behavioralWhat are your strengths and weaknesses?★ common

personalWhere do you see yourself in 5-10 years?★ common

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