A neurosurgical way of life. The 1998 presidential address.

J Neurosurg

Department of Neurosurgery, University of Virginia Health Systems, Charlottesville 22908, USA.

Published: December 1998

The author provides a review of the relationship between Harvey Cushing and William Osler. Dr. Osler's influence on Cushing's role as a leader in neurosurgery is examined. Some basic principles of a neurosurgical "Way of Life" are reviewed.

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