Surgical Neuro-Oncology: In Multiple Choice Questions

This book is the first review book that uses the multiple-choice question format in neurosurgical oncology which mirrors the format of the majority of shelf and board examinations.

The mission of the book is to help readers understand the content and maintain the knowledge, rather than merely finding answers for complicated questions. It provides more than 800 MCQs in a convenient format that is suitable for self-study. Answers and definitions appear immediately below the questions to facilitate information retention.

The chapters provide comprehensive coverage of the core concepts in neurosurgical oncology. They provide a step-by-step, thorough explanations of each disease from the definition, associated anatomy, pathology, clinical features, radiology to surgical decision-making, and surgical tricks, providing a comprehensive and concise overview.

This book is an adjunct to the existing texts and does not intend to be the primary source of information; it ratheraims to help readers identify their relevant strengths and weaknesses in the area. The book is an important asset for residents across neurosurgical disciplines as it includes much of the neuro-oncology knowledge that neurosurgical residents need to prepare for their certification tests. It is also useful for those seeking ways to solidify their knowledge or maintain their current certification.

Samer S. Hoz, M.B.Ch.B, FABNS, FRCS Dual-trained vascular neurosurgeon, anatomist, and researcher. Cerebrovascular research fellow, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC). Director/founder - Hoz Neurosurgery Simulation Laboratory, NTH. Director/founder – the International Hoz Neurosurgery Mentorship Program. Books authored: “Vascular neurosurgery: In multiple-choice questions” published in April 2017 by Springer International Publishing. This book was recommended for the American Board of Neurosurgery (ABNS) primary and subspecialty exams, as per the book review in the "Neurosurgery" journal in February 2018. He is also the author of the books “Pineal Neurosurgery” ISBN 978-3-030-53191-1 and “Cerebral Ventricles: In Multiple-Choice Questions” ISBN: 978-3-031-42341-3, both published by Springer International Publishing. Furthermore, he authored "Neurotrauma in Multiple-Choice Questions" ISBN 978-3-030-80869-3; Springer International Publishing. This work was reviewed by the “Neurosurgery” journal in 2022, which is the official journal of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons. He is the first author and co-author of more than 200 research papers, with most of his work centering on topics related to vascular neurosurgery, oncology, neurotrauma, and neurosurgical education.

Oday Atallah, M.D., M.B.A. Neurosurgeon, Department of Neurosurgery, Hannover Medical School, Hannover, Germany. He is the first author or co-author of more than 15 peer-reviewed articles, and presented at several national and international meetings, including DGNC and AANS. Interested in neurooncology, neurovascular surgery and pediatric neurosurgery.

Li Ma, M.D., Ph.D. Research fellow, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center; Assistant Professor, Department of Neurosurgery, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University. Post-doc training at UCSF Center for Cerebrovascular Research. Academic interests focused on the pathogenesis and management of cerebrovascular malformation and aneurysm. Authored more than 50 peer-reviewed publications in Neurology, Stroke and JNS, written book chapters in 'Molecular, Genetic and Cellular Advances in Cerebrovascular Diseases' edited by Dr. Michael Lawton. 

Zaid Aljuboori, M.D. Assistant Professor in Cerebrovascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Neurosurgery Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine, PA, USA. He is interested in academia, especially the fields of cerebrovascular and skull base neurosurgery. One of his main academic goals is the use of artificial intelligence to refine existing treatment protocols in neurosurgery. He is the author of the book “Pineal Neurosurgery” ISBN 978-3-030-53191-1; Springer International Publishing.

Mayur Sharma, M.D., M.Ch Neurosurgeon, Assistant Professor, Department of Neurosurgery, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA. Authored more than 150 peer-reviewed articles, written several book chapters, and presented at several national and international meetings, including CNS and AANS. Interested in brain and spine tumors, TBI, and complex skull base procedures, including open vascular procedures.

Mustafa Ismail, M.B.Ch.B Clinical fellow in the Department of Neurosurgery in Neurosurgery Teaching Hospital in Baghdad, Iraq. The head of the research activity group in the Hoz neurosurgery mentorship program in Iraq. Co-author of more than 30 publications in peer-reviewed journals in neurosurgery.

Maliya Delawan, M.B.B.S. graduate from Gulf Medical University, United Arab Emirates. Authored several publications in peer-reviewed journals in neurosurgery and book chapter author in “Cerebral Ventricles: In Multiple-Choice Questions”.