Hands-On Training
Gain practical experience with minimally invasive tubular decompression, dural repair, and other MIS techniques.
Personalized Instruction
Learn in a focused setting of just 15 students with direct supervision from expert faculty.
Advanced Simulation Experience
Practice on cutting-edge RealSpine models at the Weill Cornell Medicine Neurosurgical Innovations and Training Center.
Friday & Saturday, August 15-16, 2026
As microscopes and tubular retractors have become integral to modern spine surgery, this program highlights their role in offering lower-risk, minimally invasive solutions for a wide range of procedures. Limited to just 15 participants, the course provides a unique opportunity to learn tubular approaches through an exciting extension of the world-renowned NYC-MISS course held each December. The Summer Master Class delivers immersive, hands-on training with real microsurgical tools and instruments, guided by expert faculty, using advanced RealSpine simulation models in the state-of-the-art Weill Cornell Medicine Neurosurgical Innovations and Training Center.
Expert-Led Instruction
Learn directly from leading spine surgeons who specialize in minimally invasive techniques, gaining firsthand insights, expert guidance, and practical skills you can apply in your surgical practice.
Transform Your Skills. Register Today. - Fri. & Sat., August 15-16, 2026
Two registration options are available. Choose the full course for $650 or the lectures-only option for $200. Please select your preferred option from the dropdown menu before enrolling.