# neurosurgeon

/ˈnʊɹoʊˌsɝdʒən/ (US) · /njˈuːɹəsˌɜːdʒən/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/neurosurgeon
Updated: 2026-05-25

## Definition

a doctor who specializes in performing operations on the brain and the nervous system.

For teachers: a medical practitioner who performs surgical procedures on the central and peripheral nervous systems, including the brain, spinal cord, and nerves.

## Examples

- The neurosurgeon performed a successful operation on the patient.
- After years of specialized training, she became a neurosurgeon and joined a prestigious hospital to treat complex brain injuries.
- Advancements in minimally invasive techniques have allowed the neurosurgeon to treat tumors with greater precision while significantly reducing the recovery time for the patient.

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