NEUROTOLOGY BOOTCAMP

Established in 2018, the ANS Neurotology Bootcamp is an annual educational and surgical training program designed specifically for incoming neurotology fellows. The course brings together newly matched fellows from across the country for an immersive learning experience led by early-career faculty members of the American Neurotology Society.
The Bootcamp is designed to help ease the transition into fellowship through a combination of pre-course virtual education, interactive faculty panels, case-based discussions, and hands-on cadaveric dissection. The program provides concentrated instruction in neurotologic and lateral skull base surgery while giving fellows the opportunity to learn directly from ANS faculty in a collaborative, small-group setting. 
Just as important, the Bootcamp provides incoming fellows with an opportunity to meet their new colleagues, develop relationships with faculty mentors, and build the professional connections and camaraderie that will continue throughout fellowship and their careers in neurotology. Since its inception, the Neurotology Bootcamp has become a highly anticipated ANS program, combining surgical education, mentorship, and fellowship in a unique learning environment. 

Explore highlights, photos, faculty, and details from previous ANS Neurotology Bootcamps below.

SAVE THE DATE! 
2027 NEUROTOLOGY BOOTCAMP
April 22–24, 2027 | Charlotte, North Carolina
Invitations will be sent to newly matched neurotology fellows following Match Day in Fall 2026. 
Course Directors are Dr. Nathan Cass, University of Kentucky and Dr. Neil Patel, University of Utah

NEUROTOLOGY BOOTCAMP 2026

The 2026 ANS Neurotology Fellows Bootcamp took place from March 19 – 21 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Established in 2018, this annual surgical training course has become a highly anticipated and valued experience for incoming fellows. This year, we were pleased to have the full participation from all 19 matched neurotology fellows across the U.S. Hosted by Stryker and supported by Cochlear, Med-El, Advanced Bionics, Grace Medical, and IotaMotion, the program included online didactics, interactive panels and case discussions, and hands-on cadaveric dissections. Each participant was provided with an injected cadaver head, with dissection focused on skull base approaches.
Continuing the tradition, this year’s Bootcamp theme celebrated the Winter Olympics – Neurotology Surgical Slopes: Chasing Gold and Precision at Peak Performance in Lateral Skull Base Surgery.
Special thanks to the 2026 Bootcamp Directors: Dr. Divya Chari (UMASS/Mass Eye and Ear) and Dr. Si Chen (University of Florida) and Guest Faculty: Dr. Nathan Cass (University of Kentucky), Dr. Tiffany Hwa (University of Pennsylvania), Dr. Vivian Kaul (University of Texas-Houston), Dr. Brendan O’Connell (Charlotte Eye, Ear, Nose, and Throat), Dr. Neil Patel (University of Utah), Dr. Scott Shapiro (Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson). Also a shout out to Meghan Goddard, Senior Regional Manager, Medical Education of Stryker Neurosurgical.

NEUROTOLOGY BOOTCAMP 2025

The 8th annual ANS Neurotology Fellows Bootcamp took place March 27-28 in Salt Lake City, Utah, continuing a valuable tradition established in 2018. This intensive course prepares incoming neurotology fellows for a successful start to their fellowship through hands-on training, concentrated instruction, and individualized mentorship from early-career ANS members. This year’s bootcamp included on-demand lectures, insightful panel discussions, challenging case studies, and extensive cadaver dissection—supported by excellent specimens and full selection of surgical tools. Twenty-one fellows from around the country spent a weekend enhancing their skills and building life-long connections.

We extend our gratitude to our generous sponsors: Stryker, Cochlear Americas, Med-EL, Advanced Bionics, Grace Medical, and IotaMotion. Special thanks are also due to Course Directors Dr. Si Chen (University of Florida) and Dr. Divya Chari (University of Massachusetts), as well as our guest faculty: Dr. Neil Patel (University of Utah), Dr. Mallory Raymond (Mayo Clinic Rochester), Dr. Karl Doerfer (Medical College of Wisconsin), Dr. Matthew Shew (Washington University), Dr. Nathan Cass (University of Kentucky), and Dr. Erika Walsh (University of Alabama)."

NEUROTOLOGY BOOTCAMP 2024

The 2024 ANS New Fellows Bootcamp was held April 19-21 in Salt Lake City, Utah.  Anyone who matched into a neurotology fellowship in the US was eligible to attend, and 16 were able to make it.  The course was held at the Stryker facility in Salt Lake City, and was also supported by Cochlear Americas, MED-EL, Advanced Bionics, Grace Medical, and IotaMotion.  The course consisted of recorded lecture material which was reviewed ahead of time, interactive panels and case discussions, and cadaver dissections.  Each participant was allotted an injected cadaver head, and dissection focused on skull base approaches.  Feedback was positive, with course attendees really enjoying the educational content, but also the time to socialize with colleagues and friends.
Thank you to the 2024 Course Directors: Dr. Jeffrey Sharon (UCSF) and Dr. Cameron Wick (Washington University St. Louis). Guest Faculty: Dr. Divya Chari (University of Massachusetts), Dr. Si Chen (University of Florida) and Dr. Neil Patel (University of Utah), Dr. Mallory Raymond (Mayo Clinic Jacksonville), and Dr. Varun Varadarajan (Sacramento Ear, Nose & Throat).

NEUROTOLOGY BOOTCAMP 2023 WAS A HUGE SUCCESS! 
with 100% of incoming Fellows participating (21/21)! 


Stryker Lab


The Neurotology Bootcamp was designed to bring together the incoming Neurotology fellows to learn from renowned faculty who are active young members of the ANS. Our goal is to smooth the transition into fellowship by providing this intense training course through concentrated instruction and attention from our faculty members.  The course is a combination of virtual and in-person lectures as well as hands-on cadaveric dissection. Below are some quick facts about the course, and more details will be provided through a formal invitation

  • Course Directors: Dr. Jeffrey Sharon (UCSF) and Dr. Cameron Wick (Washington University St. Louis)
  • Guest Faculty: Dr. Divya Chari (University of Massachusetts), Dr. Deepa Galaiya (Johns Hopkins), Dr. Philip Perez (UPMC) and Dr. Neil Patel (University of Utah). 

NEUROTOLOGY BOOTCAMP 2022!

The 2022 Neurotology Bootcamp took place May 13-15, 2022 at the Stryker facility in Salt Lake City, UT. The course directors were Dr. Sarah Mowry and Dr. Teddy McRackan. An invitation was sent to all newly matched Fellows shortly after Match Day. 

NEUROTOLOGY BOOTCAMP 2019!

The 2nd Annual Neurotology Boot Camp took place May 17 – 19, 2019 at the Stryker facility in Salt Lake City. The course was a great success and a fun opportunity to interact with members of this impressive fellowship class. The attendees included 16 incoming American neurotology fellows and 4 current Canadian fellows. The course directors (i.e. drill instructors) were Dr. Daniel Zeitler (aka Maverick) and Dr. Matthew Bush (aka Goose). Additional faculty support was provided by Drs. Yuri Agrawal, Teddy McRackan, Sarah Mowry, Betty Tsai, and Cameron Wick.