Neurosurgery Primary Examination Review: Questions and Answers

A Structured, Must-Have Resource for Neurosurgical Residents at Every Stage of Preparation

Neurosurgery Primary Examination Review: Questions and Answers by Syed I. Khalid, Jonathan Citow, and esteemed contributors offers a comprehensive, high-yield, board-style Q&A format. Spanning foundational neuroscience through advanced clinical areas, this essential guide aligns perfectly with the core topics on the ABNS primary examination. Topics include neuropathology, neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, neuro-oncology, spine, vascular, trauma/critical care, and ethics.

The accessible, reader-friendly format transforms vast neurosurgical content into active-recall exercises that reinforce key concepts, sharpen clinical decision-making, and simulate exam-style conditions. This makes it an invaluable study companion for residents and neurosurgeons alike.

The book’s eight consistently formatted chapters cover crucial areas such as vascular/endovascular, neuro-oncology, spine, pediatric neurosurgery, functional/epilepsy, trauma/critical care, peripheral nerve, and core competencies. High-yield questions are complemented by concise summaries, illustrative clinical vignettes, and premium radiographic and pathologic images, enabling quick acquisition of key facts before delving into detailed, evidence-based explanations.

Key Highlights:

• Cements key concepts and sharpens clinical decision-making with bite-sized scenarios
• Fosters deeper learning through the clinical application of concepts, reasoning, and analysis of correct and incorrect answers
• Reinforces test-taking strategies and enhances operative preparedness by integrating clinical vignettes with clear radiographic images
• Allows readers to test their mastery, one ABNS exam topic and question at a time

Authors:
Syed Khalid (Author),

Edition:

Publication Date:
May 27, 2026