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  • Residents, take advantage of the many perks offered just for you at the 2026 CNS Annual Meeting, including complimentary housing for CNS resident members, complimentary course tickets for Sergeant-at-Arms participants, and complimentary tickets to the Honored Guest Luncheon.

    Discounted tickets to Symposia and Luncheon Seminars are also available. Register early to be sure to get a ticket to your preferred sessions!

    Make new contacts and reconnect with peers at the Resident SANS Challenge, the CNS International, Resident, and Foundation Reception, and many outstanding educational courses for residents. Gain the knowledge and techniques you need to advance your career, enhance your learning, and improve patient care!

    CNS Connections Reception

    Saturday, October 31
    5:00-6:30 pm |     Marriott Marquis Washington, D.C.

    Celebrate a festive Halloween evening with colleagues from around the world. Connect over cocktails and hors d’oeuvres while engaging with leaders in neurological surgery and honoring distinguished award recipients. In the spirit of Evolution, this reception highlights the global perspectives and relationships that shape the field's future. This complimentary event welcomes CNS Foundation donors, awardees, residents, international attendees, advanced practice providers, and their registered guests. Stay until 7:30 and keep the networking going with Stryker.

    Complimentary Housing for CNS Resident Members

    Complimentary housing at the CNS Annual Meeting is available to a limited number of CNS Resident members and International Resident members on a first-come, first-served basis. 

    To be considered for this program, members must register for the CNS Annual Meeting and select that they are interested in Resident Housing. Registering for the 2026 CNS Annual Meeting is the only way to apply for Resident Housing. You must be registered by August 31, 2026, to be considered. A CNS Staff member will reach out with further information once you have applied.

    CNS Annual Meeting Abstract Center

    The 2026 CNS Annual Meeting Abstract Center has closed. Check back for updates on the launch of the Late-breaking Abstract Center!

    Sergeant-at-Arms

    Residents, Fellows, and Medical Students, choose to participate in the Sergeant-at-Arms (SAA) Program at the 2026 CNS Annual Meeting and attend your assigned course for free!

    When registering for the meeting, click the box to volunteer as a Sergeant-at-Arms. This program is first-come, first-served with only one opportunity per course.

    Resident CNS SANS Challenge

    CNS is thrilled to host the annual CNS SANS Challenge for neurosurgical residency programs! Don't miss your chance to compete in this game-show-style event as teams battle for indisputable SANS bragging rights, trophies, and cash prizes! Want to participate? Complete the SANS Challenge Qualifying Exam between May 25 and July 6. The top 12 qualifying teams will be invited to participate in the competition. The SANS Challenge reflects a milestones-based assessment, uses peer-vetted questions, and accurately represents the high educational standards SANS has brought to neurosurgery self-assessment and education for more than a decade.
    Preliminary Round
    Sunday, November 1 | 1:00-3:00 pm
    Championship Round
    Monday, November 2 | 1:50-2:50 pm

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