Tyler Cardinal

Neurosurgery resident. Spine and cranial research and the occasional thought on medicine, training, and tech. UCLA ’17 · Keck ’22 · UM Neurosurgery ’29

[Tyler Cardinal @TylerCardinal1]

Neurosurgery resident at the University of Miami, four years in and interested in spine.

Spine research. Serving on the AANS Marketing & Communications Committee and supporting the work of the NREF.

Here for the OR lessons and the honest version of residency.

Pull up a chair.

[NREF @NREFORG]

Neurosurgery Research & Education Foundation (NREF) has invested more than $30 million into the future of neurosurgery through groundbreaking research, clinical fellowship funding, and critical resident education programs. Together, we are shaping the future of patient care, innovation, and training for the next generation of neurosurgeons

Make a difference today: https://t.co/xcdLmHK3GY
#Neurosurgery #MedicalResearch #ResidentEducation #FellowshipFunding #NREF #FutureOfNeurosurgery #NeurosurgicalInnovation #GiveBack

[NREF @NREFORG]

🥎🧠Mark your calendar for Saturday, June 6, 2026! The annual Neurosurgery Charity Softball Tournament—hosted by @Columbia University Department of Neurological Surgery, Columbia University—returns to Central Park in New York City for its 21st anniversary! This fun and meaningful event brings together neurosurgery programs from across the country to raise funds for neurosurgical research through the NREF. Learn how you can participate or support a team: https://t.co/iyOBXH6WaQ #softball #charity #neurosurgery #columbiauniversity #NREF

[NREF @NREFORG]

The nomination window for the NREF Endovascular and Vascular Techniques Course for Senior Residents closes next Friday, May 22.

These courses are nomination-only, and a program director (or coordinator) must submit your nomination. If you're interested in attending this year’s Endovascular Residents course, be sure to connect with your program director before the deadline.

[Neurosurgery Podcast @NSGYPodcast]

The future of endoscopic spine surgery is bright!

Join us with Dr. Ali Hazama @HazamaMD discussing his approach to implementing, improving, and teaching endoscopic techniques.

[Tyler Cardinal @TylerCardinal1]

This is the power of @NREFORG. The NREF impact ratio for Young Clinician Investigator awardees is roughly $1 in seed funding to $381 in subsequent grant support. Dr. Halpern’s impressive trajectory is exactly why we invest in early-career neurosurgeon-scientists. @AANSNeuro

[Tyler Cardinal @TylerCardinal1]

In 2015, @NREFORG gave @halpernc a Young Clinician Investigator Award for early work on responsive neurostimulation for obesity.
This week, he’s on @hubermanlab discussing breakthrough neuromodulation for compulsive behaviors.
#Neurosurgery #MedTwitter https://t.co/nmNwjmZgOd

[Neurosurgery Podcast @NSGYPodcast]

@AANSNeuro @AANSNeurosurg @AANSDiversity @PedsSection @CNS_Update @neurosurgery @councilsns @HopkinsNsurg @UMneurosurgery https://t.co/rg6hlUxNMx

[AANS @AANSNeuro]

Innovation, collaboration and transformation happened this weekend at #AANS2026, the neurosurgical event of the year! Save the date for #AANS2027 April 9-12 in San Diego. Housing is officially open, book today! https://t.co/R8wjO768uN

[Neurosurgery Podcast @NSGYPodcast]

The Neurosurgery Match has never been more competitive!

@UMneurosurgery Program Director Dr. Ricardo Komotar breaks down the modern Match process, how to maximize your application, and what it takes to successfully match into Neurosurgery!

[AANS @AANSNeuro]

Thank you to everyone who made #AANS2026 unforgettable.

From groundbreaking science to meaningful connections, the neurosurgical community came together in a powerful way, driving the future forward.

Save the date: #AANS2027
📍 San Diego
🗓 April 9–12, 2027

The momentum continues.

[Neurosurgery Podcast @NSGYPodcast]

🎉An exciting new chapter for the podcast, all thanks to our tremendous listeners who have stayed with us over the years, and the good people at the AANS!

[AANS @AANSNeuro]

Sunday morning brought the field back together.

Plenary III delivered key updates across neurosurgery leadership and organizations, alongside new research and emerging concepts in surgical technique and neuropsychiatric treatment. The session balanced big-picture perspective with forward-looking science, setting the tone for the final day.

A strong start to Sunday at #AANS2026

[AANS @AANSNeuro]

Great breakfast with the MARCOMS committee!

[Tyler Cardinal @TylerCardinal1]

AANS Presidential Address underway at #AANS2026. Standing room only. @AANSNeuro @AANS_President @ColumbiaNeuro

[AANS @AANSNeuro]

Standing room only for the #AANS2026 Opening Session.

We brought the field together for a powerful start, featuring the Charles L. Plante Lecture from FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary (@MartyMakary), forward-looking insights on AI and surgical innovation, and a dynamic MedTech leadership panel shaping what comes next.

From big-picture policy to cutting-edge technology, this was the defining moment of the meeting. @DrAlexKhalessi

[Tyler Cardinal @TylerCardinal1]

“Knowledge is knowing a tomato is a fruit. Wisdom is knowing it doesn’t belong in a fruit salad.”
— Ignacio Garza, Green Beret, speaking on the benefits of experience during career transitions. From today’s Haid Symposium at #AANS2026. @AANSNeuro

[AANS @AANSNeuro]

Riding the Wave of Spine Endoscopy: Why, When and How (and a Little How Not to) gave attendees a practical look at modern endoscopic spine surgery, with expert-led discussions on technique selection, surgical nuance and complication avoidance. Case-based panels brought real-world clarity to when these approaches work best and where challenges arise. #AANS2026

@Arthrex , joimax, RIWOspine

[AANS @AANSNeuro]

What’s happening on day 1 of #AANS2026?

Checking in with @UMiamiNeuro fellow Sonia Majid, MD as she shares insights during “How to Apply to Residency: The Do’s and Don’ts,” including guidance on navigating the match from a newly established medical school.

@SMajidMD

[AANS @AANSNeuro]

The American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS) has officially named @NSGYPodcast, hosted by Drs. Michael Wang and John Paul G. Kolcun (@JPGK_MD) as the official AANS podcast.

With 1M+ listens and a rapidly growing global audience, this partnership amplifies the conversations shaping the future of neurosurgery.

“This partnership reflects AANS’ commitment to meeting neurosurgeons where they are, delivering timely, accessible and high-quality content that supports lifelong learning and advances patient care.”

From deep dives to candid conversations, this is where the field connects, challenges ideas and moves forward.

The reach just got bigger. The conversations just got louder. https://t.co/bRQLfleBOg

[AANS @AANSNeuro]

Connect with the next generation of global neurosurgical leaders.

The Young Minds Global Forum: An Interactive Exchange begins at 3 pm in Stars at Night Ballroom 2–3, Level 3—featuring global abstracts, poster presentations and cross-cultural collaboration.

Join the conversation and build connections that shape what’s next. #AANS2026 @councilsns @youngneuros