Professors Rounds with Drs. In addition, numerous scientific talks and symposia are held at Temple and at other institutions in Philadelphia. These include the annual Pan Philadelphia Neurosurgery Conference and the twice a year Pennsylvania Neurosurgical Society Conference. Temple residents are encouraged to take advantage of this abundance of intellectual opportunity. Passing the examination is mandatory before a resident becomes Chief Resident.
Support is provided for residents to attend regional and national meetings.
The annual graduation ceremony is held in June and is named in honor of Michael Scott, M.D., erstwhile Chairman. On the morning of Michael Scott Day, a neurosurgical symposium is organized, centered around the theme set by the honored guest. The evening program is attended by all faculty, residents, office staff and alumni of the program.