EPISODE · Feb 9, 2026 · 27 MIN
The Road to Neurosurgery with Dr. Zayed Almadidy
from The 1 in 50 · host Brain Aneurysm Foundation
Chicago-based neurosurgeon and social media educator Dr. Zayed Almadidy, MD — known to more than 1 million followers as Dr. Z Neurosurgery — joins us to share what life behind the scenes in neurosurgery really looks like.He opens up about the demands of training, the moment that inspired him to pursue this path, and the dedication and commitment required to care for patients. Dr. Z also discusses the realities of delivering life-changing news, explains key risk factors for brain aneurysms, and reflects on the 16-year journey of discipline, education, and empathy it takes to operate on the human brain and spine.A candid and insightful conversation about medicine, purpose, and the dedication behind saving lives.To watch the video version, visit our YouTube channel, https://bit.ly/1in50Youtube
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Chicago-based neurosurgeon and social media educator Dr. Zayed Almadidy, MD — known to more than 1 million followers as Dr. Z Neurosurgery — joins us to share what life behind the scenes in neurosurgery really looks like. He opens up about the demands of training, the moment that inspired him to pursue this path, and the dedication and commitment required to care for patients. Dr. Z also discusses the realities of delivering life-changing news, explains key risk factors for brain aneurysms, a...
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