This would need a re-evaluation after a certain time in practice. The Committee will seek the cooperation of National Societies. He congratulated and encouraged the Chairmen. The Joint Advisory Committee - Professor Reulen stated that the UEMS is the legislative arm and the EANS the executive in the matter of accreditation of neurosurgical units. There are 6 pilots which will be completed in July.
Departments apply for accreditation.
They are evaluated by 2 experts and the Committee. This is based on questions asked of the applicant department and the results of a site visit by 2 visitors from the Committee and one national observer. A department receiving accreditation for its training programme will be considered to be a centre of excellence. The results will be published in Acta, and the Committee is producing a booklet on the process. Auditing Committee - An audit has not yet been carried out.