Ankush Chandra, MD, MS

PGY-6 Neurosurgery Resident at UT Houston @Neurosurguth | Former #HHMI Med Fellow | Alumni @waynemedicine | Boston Univ Alum @bualumni | CAO @MentorMedSchool

[Ankush Chandra, MD, MS @chandraankush]

Honored and deeply gratetul to have matched into Neurosurgical Oncology Fellowship at my top choice, @UTMDAnderson, the #1 cancer hospital in the world! Excited for the opportunity to train alongside leaders in the field and contribute to the future of neurosurgical oncology.
@DrShaanRaza @ChibaEne_MDPhD @DrJeffWeinberg @FrederickLangMD

[Ankush Chandra, MD, MS @chandraankush]

AANS 2026 — grateful for the opportunity to learn, lead, and reconnect.

Co-hosted the Tumor Soirée, moderated Tumor Wars: Neuro-Onc Jeopardy 🧠⚡, and led sessions on Strategic Career Development + MIS Cranial Surgery. Great catching up with old friends and mentors while making new connections along the way.

Until next time—back to the OR

[AANS @AANSNeuro]

This one brought the energy.

“Tumor Wars II: Neuro-Onc Jeopardy – The Encore” returned at #AANS2026 with fast-paced competition and sharp clinical thinking. Attendees packed the room as teams went head-to-head in a high-stakes neuro-oncology showdown.

The session once again proved why it’s a can’t-miss tradition.
Exclusively sponsored by Medtronic.

[Ankush Chandra, MD, MS @chandraankush]

@AshishHShah4 @NeurosurgUTH @UMneurosurgery @um_svilab @AANSNeuro @TumorSection Excellent talk with tons of wisdom for early career neurosurgeons and trainees!

[Ashish H. Shah @AshishHShah4]

Thanks @chandraankush for the invite on how to build a lab for neurosurgeon-scientists! Great session :) @UMneurosurgery @um_svilab @AANSNeuro @TumorSection

[Ashish H. Shah @AshishHShah4]

Amazing event last night at @NSTumorSection at the top of @towerofamericas ! Enjoyed catching up with colleagues and honoring @hadjiMDPhD :) @AANSNeuro

[AANS @AANSNeuro]

Heading to San Antonio for #AANS2026? Let people know you’re going and start the conversation early.

Access the #AANS2026 Social Toolkit to share with your own network and amplify your presence before you arrive. From ready-to-use graphics to key messaging, everything you need is at your fingertips.

Join us in San Antonio from May 1–4 and be part of an unforgettable meeting. https://t.co/I4oeOPropX

[Lily Kim, MD @lilykim_md]

Calling senior neurosurgery residents/fellows 📣 Register for this fully-paid Rhoton | Transcranial Skull Base Approaches dissection course @StanfordNsurg June 5–6, 2026 with world-class faculty @drjfm_stanford @DrShaanRaza #SkullBase #ResidentEducation
🔗https://t.co/sIpYRZqMoQ

[NS Tumor Section @NSTumorSection]

Join us for the Second Tumor Soirée hosted by the @NSTumorSection at AANS San Antonio. An evening of insightful case discussions, networking and fine dining. Limited spots are available, sign up now! #AANS2026 #TumorSoiree https://t.co/q733KYbspX

[AANS @AANSNeuro]

Teams comprised of medical students, residents and fellows compete head-to-head during Tumor Wars II:. Featuring a case-based Jeopardy-style game show with the @NSTumorSection, you won’t want to miss this at #AANS2026. Check out the full program here: https://t.co/0UgW1iI9B1

[Ankush Chandra, MD, MS @chandraankush]

This will be a ton of fun!! Sign up now!
@hadjiMDPhD @AshishHShah4 @EsquenaziMD @ManishKAghi @ChibaEne_MDPhD @AANSNeuro @CNSResidents @DanKreatsoulas @UTHNeuro
Thank you @Medtronic for sponsoring this event!

[NS Tumor Section @NSTumorSection]

🚨 Tumor Wars II: Neuro-Onc Jeopardy — The Encore 🧠⚡
📍 AANS 2026, San Antonio
📅 Sun, May 2 | 5:45–6:45 PM
Teams of med students, residents & fellows in a fast-paced neuro-onc Jeopardy battle
⚡ First come, first served — sign up now: https://t.co/0ishalPf5l

[Ashish H. Shah @AshishHShah4]

Fantastic tumor section program at @AANSNeuro in San Antonio! Hope you can join us for some fun interactive sessions discussing LITT, MRgFUS, CED, viruses, CART and more!! @UMneurosurgery @MCWNeurosurgery

[AANS @AANSNeuro]

Nanopore sequencing. AI tumor classifiers. Biologics for gliomas. Tumor track at #AANS2026 is taking place Sat-Mon in San Antonio, TX. Don't miss it! Register now at https://t.co/2fSKbEIlAV #NeuroOncology #MedTwitter #BrainCancer #Neurosurgery @jacquesmorcosmd @UFHealth @NeurosurgUCSF @AshishHShah4 @JamieVanGompel @chicoinem1 @RupenDesaiMD @chandraankush @YosefEllenbogen @hadjiMDPhD @BettegowdaMDPHD @NeurosurgUTH

[Ankush Chandra, MD, MS @chandraankush]

Apply now for our awesome pre-residency fellowship! Congrats to @GSkandalakis -our first PRF who is starting his neurosurgery residency @UofUNeurosurg this July!

[UT Houston Neurosurgery @NeurosurgUTH]

🚨Kickstart your neurosurgery career🚨
Apply to our Pre-Residency Neurosurgery Fellowship at UTHouston.
🗓️ Start Date: July 1, 2026
📚 Gain hands-on experience in tumors, trauma, spine & more!
📩 Apply now: [email protected]
@jacquesmorcosmd @UTHNeuro @CNSResidents

[Ankush Chandra, MD, MS @chandraankush]

@CNSResidents @CNS_Update @AANSNeuro @hadjiMDPhD @AshishHShah4 @MDAndersonNews @MSKCancerCenter @emal_lesha

[NS Tumor Section @NSTumorSection]

🎓 Introducing the Neurosurgical Oncology Fellowship Match Guide — your go-to resource for fellowship programs, timelines, and match insights!
Dive in and plan your next step: https://t.co/9qO3dp6tgb

[AANS @AANSNeuro]

Calling all neurosurgery residents!

Register for #AANS2026 and put yourself at the center of innovation, education and opportunity.

San Antonio, TX, May 1–4. https://t.co/94bzYztsDw

#NeurosurgeryResident #NeurosurgeryTraining #FutureNeurosurgeon #NeurosurgeryEducation

[Ankush Chandra, MD, MS @chandraankush]

Excellent fellowship opportunity for those interested in Functional and Epilepsy Neurosurgery!

@UTHNeuro @TandonLab @CNS_Update @CNSResidents

[UT Houston Neurosurgery @NeurosurgUTH]

Epilepsy & Functional Neurosurgery Fellowship at UTHouston—high-volume surgery, cutting-edge neuromodulation, and top-tier research.

Applications open for 2026–27 & 2027–28. Apply now!
@UTHNeuro @ASSFNeurosurg @CNS_Update @CNSResidents @AANSNeuro

[Women In Neurosurgery (WINS) @WomenInNSGY]

Our #WINSxResearchMondays article for this week is about factors that influence successful neurosurgery match among DO applicants, including listing the top feeder schools for future residents and top programs that matriculate DO graduates.

[NREF @NREFORG]

The NREF exhibited at the Exploring Neurosurgical Oncology Fellowships: A Resident Meet and Greet during the CNS meeting last week! It was great to connect with residents interested in pursuing a career in tumor neurosurgery at this wonderful event organized by the @TumorSection and @chandraankush.