2018 AANS Annual Scientific Meeting-AANS Cushing Award for Technical Excellence and Innovation in Neurosurgery

AANS Cushing Award for Technical Excellence and Innovation in Neurosurgery

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In this video, a speaker introduces Dr. John Adler as the recipient of the Cushing Award for Technical Excellence and Innovation. The speaker highlights Dr. Adler's qualities such as being disruptive, determined, collaborative, and patient-centered. They also mention his academic and corporate achievements, including his work with the CyberKnife and his new company, Zapp Surgical Systems. The CyberKnife is discussed as a device that has treated many patients with prostate cancer and has the potential to revolutionize radiosurgery. Dr. Adler's legacy as an innovator is acknowledged, particularly in terms of his influence on students, scientists, engineers, and medical publishing. Dr. Adler expresses his gratitude and emphasizes his commitment to contributing to the future of neurosurgery using advanced technology. The video concludes with his hope that his best work is still to come.

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John R. Adler Jr., MD, FAANS

Keywords

Dr. John Adler

Cushing Award

CyberKnife

radiosurgery

innovator