Front Row On Demand Full Collection-Molecular and Translational Advances in Skull Base Tumors and The Path to a Successful Career as a Surgeon-scientist. The Ins and Outs, Ups and Downs of Doing it Right Both Ways

Molecular and Translational Advances in Skull Base Tumors and The Path to a Successful Career as a Surgeon-scientist. The Ins and Outs, Ups and Downs of Doing it Right Both Ways

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Summary 1: The video is a presentation by Dr. Ian Dunn and Dr. Albert Kim discussing skull base surgery and successful careers as surgeon-scientists. Dr. Dunn talks about the importance of understanding molecular and transnasal advances in skull base tumors, specifically mentioning genetic profiling in tumors like meningioma and pituitary tumors. Dr. Kim emphasizes the challenges faced by surgeon-scientists and the need for time management. He presents his own research on glioblastoma stem-like cells and laser interstitial thermal therapy. The video provides insights into advancements and challenges in skull base surgery and strategies for success as a surgeon-scientist.<br /><br />Summary 2: The video transcript features a discussion between Dr. Ian Dunn and Dr. Albert Kim about the use of molecular diagnostics in meningiomas. They highlight the importance of molecular profiling in predicting tumor behavior and guiding treatment decisions, presenting data on genetic alterations and clinical outcomes. They also discuss the challenges of tumor sampling and the heterogeneity of meningiomas. The video concludes with a discussion on the future directions of molecular diagnostics in neurosurgery and the importance of collaboration and mentorship. The video offers insights into molecular diagnostics in meningiomas and ongoing research in this field, but no credits are mentioned.

Keywords

skull base surgery

surgeon-scientists

molecular advances

genetic profiling

meningioma

pituitary tumors

challenges faced

time management

glioblastoma stem-like cells

laser interstitial thermal therapy

molecular diagnostics

tumor behavior