Dear Prospective Member,

I am delighted that you are considering applying for membership in the Western Neurosurgical Society. As Secretary-Treasurer, I believe that our Society needs new members to stay vital and relevant. We have a membership of approximately 200 board certified neurosurgeons from the region west of the Rockies (Alaska, Alberta, Arizona, British Columbia, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming).

Next year’s meeting will next be at the the El Dorado Hotel in Sante Fe, New Mexico from October 8 – 11, 2010. This resort is two short blocks off the central plaza in the heart of Sante Fe, convenient to museums, art galleries, restaurants, and shopping. For years, the Society has wanted to hold our annual convention in Sante Fe and it’s finally going to happen!

The WNS annual meeting is always held in the Western United States and every four to five years we try to return to Hawaii. Since this is a relatively small society, the meetings are laid back with our scientific program in the morning, golf, tennis, biking, or relaxing in the afternoon, and social events each evening.

Neurosurgeons who practice in the above mentioned geographical areas and are board certified, are eligible to apply for membership. Additional requirements are letters of recommendation from three members of the Society and presentation of a paper at the annual meeting. All current members are listed on the website. Membership in the Society will allow you to meet with your peers and make lasting friendships. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Charles Nussbaum, MD
Secretary/Treasurer WNS
Virginia Mason Medical Center
PO Box 900, X7-NS
1100 9th Ave.
Seattle, WA 98111
(206) 223-7525
charles.nussbaum@vmmc.org