Inside the Match: Program Director Panel — Northeast Neurosurgery

Join us for our Program Director Panel - Northeast Neurosurgery with Dr. Jeffrey Greenfield (Weill Cornell Medicine), Dr. Brian V. Nahed (Massachusetts General Hospital) and Dr. Raj Mukherjee (Johns Hopkins Medicine) as they share their perspectives on the neurosurgery residency match. The panel highlights the role of letters of recommendation and strong sub-internship performance, while also emphasizing that depth of research contribution matters more than volume. They discuss how programs use signals and Step 2 CK scores, how interview days are structured, and what behaviors can strengthen or weaken an applicant’s impression. The conversation also explores the role of research and pre-residency fellowships, common pitfalls during the interview process, and the importance of professionalism and mentor advocacy throughout the residency application process. 📌 Topics include: Key factors program directors look for in applications Sub-internships and away evaluations Research, productivity and fellowships The role of signals and Step 2 CK in screening Interview day expectations, structure and common mistakes Post-interview communication and mentorship Subscribe for more conversations with neurosurgery program directors and medical education.