Events
Introduction to Neurosurgical Subspecialties
Introduction to Neurosurgical Subspecialties.
On behalf of the American Society of Black Neurosurgeons (ASBN) in collaboration with Neuro Mentoring Matters (NMM) we would like to invite you to our next large group session Introduction to Neurosurgical Subspecialties. Hear from our outstanding Neurosurgery faculty on how to choose the right specialty for you, and the benefits of sub-specializing within Neurosurgery.
The event will take place Saturday October 17th from 11am EST to 1pm EST. Please register by October 15th.
2026 ASBN 5th Anniversary Annual Dinner — CNS
2026 ASBN CNS Annual Dinner & 5th Anniversary Celebration
Held during the 2026 Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS) Annual Meeting, our 2026 ASBN CNS Annual Dinner & 5th Anniversary Celebration will bring together distinguished leaders, neurosurgeons, partners, and changemakers to honor our journey and the legacy we continue to build.
Under the theme “Beyond Representation: Building Partnerships. Transforming Systems.”, we are honored to welcome The Honorable Wes Moore, Governor of Maryland, as our distinguished keynote speaker.
Proudly Sponsored by Medtronic
An extraordinary milestone. A distinguished gathering. A legacy still being written.
Please complete this form to request registration for the American Society of Black Neurosurgeons (ASBN) 5th Anniversary Annual Dinner during the 2026 Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS) Annual Meeting.
Sunday, November 1, 2026
7:00–11:00 PM | Washington, DC
Attire: Cocktail
Evening Schedule
7:00–8:00 PM — Cocktail Hour
8:00–9:00 PM — Dinner & Program
9:00–11:00 PM — Post-Dinner Reception
IMPORTANT — PLEASE READ
Space is limited. Submitting this form does not confirm your attendance or place you on the event guest list.
After submitting this form, you must receive a separate registration confirmation email from ASBN confirming your place. Only guests who have received confirmation and whose names appear on the official guest list will be admitted.
Please do not plan to attend unless you have received your registration confirmation email.
Registration requests will be accepted through October 27, 2026, subject to availability.
Each attendee must submit an individual registration. Registrations are non-transferable, and unregistered guests or plus-ones cannot be accommodated.
ASBN/NMM Mentee-Mentor Mixer at CNS 2026
ASBN/NMM Mentee-Mentor Mixer at the CNS 2026 Annual Meeting
Join the Association of Black Neurosurgeons (ASBN) and NeuroMentoring Matters (NMM) for an evening of mentorship, networking, and community during the CNS 2026 Annual Meeting.
Monday, November 2, 2026
6:00–8:00 PM
Proper Bar| 300 K Street NW, Washington, DC
ASBN Stryker Mobile Lab
ASBN Stryker Mobile Lab
Join ASBN and Stryker for a hands-on Mobile Lab experience during the 2026 CNS Annual Meeting in Washington, DC.
Date: 11/3/26
Time: 1:00–3:00 PM
Location: CNS Exhibit Hall
Space is limited to 25 participants. Participants will receive an assigned time slot upon arrival.
Ignite the Brain
Ignite the Brain
Volunteers will engage with students, share their experiences and perspectives on careers in medicine and neuroscience, and help guide students through interactive educational stations, including the Mega Brain inflatable brain exhibit.
Please complete this form to volunteer. Additional event and volunteer instructions will be provided prior to the event.
Lunch will be provided for volunteers.
CNS 2026 ASBN Presentation Sign-Up
2026 CNS Annual Meeting Presentation Sign-Up
Are you presenting at the 2026 CNS Annual Meeting?
We want to celebrate and support our ASBN members!
Please share the details of your presentation, poster, panel, course, or other CNS participation. ASBN will use this information to highlight our members during the meeting and help our community and Student Ambassadors identify ASBN member presentations to attend and support.
Please submit a separate response for each presentation or session in which you are participating.
Mentor of the Month: Olabisi Sanusi, MD, FAANS
Meet our Mentor of the Month: Dr. Olabisi Sanusi, MD, FAANS — neurosurgeon, educator, and leader in skull base surgery at Oregon Health & Science University.
From caring for patients with complex brain tumors to advancing neurosurgical training, Dr. Sanusi is dedicated to excellence in patient care and mentorship—and now, she’s pouring directly into the next generation.
Office Hours:
May 12 | 1:00–2:00 PM PST
May 14 | 2:00–3:00 PM PST
30-minute 1:1 sessions
This is your opportunity to gain personalized guidance, ask meaningful questions, and connect with a mentor who is committed to your growth in neurosurgery.
Apply by May 7 to secure your spot.
Spots are limited. Access is intentional. Impact is guaranteed.
Click the link in our bio or visit our website to learn more!
Mentor of the Month: Olabisi Sanusi, MD, FAANS
Meet our Mentor of the Month: Dr. Olabisi Sanusi, MD, FAANS — neurosurgeon, educator, and leader in skull base surgery at Oregon Health & Science University.
From caring for patients with complex brain tumors to advancing neurosurgical training, Dr. Sanusi is dedicated to excellence in patient care and mentorship—and now, she’s pouring directly into the next generation.
Office Hours:
May 12 | 1:00–2:00 PM PST
May 14 | 2:00–3:00 PM PST
30-minute 1:1 sessions
This is your opportunity to gain personalized guidance, ask meaningful questions, and connect with a mentor who is committed to your growth in neurosurgery.
Apply by May 7 to secure your spot.
Spots are limited. Access is intentional. Impact is guaranteed.
Click the link in our bio or visit our website to learn more!
ASBN Annual AANS Dinner Reception
This is the room you want to be in. Join the American Society of Black Neurosurgeons for our Annual AANS Dinner Reception—an evening dedicated to connection, celebration, and legacy.
Keynote by Carole Berotte Joseph
Theme: ‘Creating the Black Neurosurgeon: The Role of Education’Silo Prime
7-8 Cocktail Mixer | 8-10 Dinner Program and Keynote Address
Huge thank you to Stryker for the sponsorship of this program. Where excellence meets intention.
ASBN NMM Mentee/Mentor Mixer
Where mentorship becomes momentum.
The American Society of Black Neurosurgeons NeuroMentoring Matters Mixer brings together students, residents, and leading voices in neurosurgery—all in one room, all with a shared purpose: building the future of the field. This is where meaningful connections are made, guidance is shared, and new opportunities begin.
We’ d like to extend a sincere thank you to Medtronic for their support in making this experience possible.
Ignite The Brain: Community service Event
We’re kicking off AANS weekend where it matters most—in the community.
Join ASBN for Ignite the Brain at Martin Luther King Jr. Academy for Arts Integration—an initiative designed to expose, educate, and inspire the next generation of future neurosurgeons.
In partnership with ThinkFirst, who will be onsite providing and distributing helmets, and with the generous support of our sponsor Stryker, this experience is rooted in education, access, and real impact.
We’ d like to extend a sincere thank you to Stryker for their sponsorship and commitment to advancing community health and safety! Because representation starts with exposure.
Volunteer opportunities available:
Will you be at AANS? Share your AANS plans.
We are gearing up for a strong presence at AANS 2026 — and you’ll want to be part of it. Official dates for our mixers and events will be announced soon, so be sure to stay in the loop by following us on social and keeping an eye on your inbox.
If you’re planning to attend AANS, please complete the form below so we can coordinate, connect, and highlight our community.
This helps us:
Track who will be attending
Coordinate events and meetups
Highlight members presenting at the conference
Showcase ASBN across AANS
Whether you’re attending, presenting, or both — we want to know.
Let us know your plans so we can make the most of our collective presence.
