California association of neurological surgeons

Welcome to CANS

Advocating for the practice of neurosurgery in California to benefit our patients and profession

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A Message From
CANS President

January 14th, 2023

Joseph T. Chen, MD, PhD

CANS President

Mark Your Calendars

CANS
Annual Meeting

January 12th-14th, 2024
San Francisco, CA
BOOK YOUR ROOM TODAY!

Be the Change

Our work

Since 1973, CANS has advocated for neurosurgeons and our patients in all practice settings in California on a state and national level. 

Engagement

We directly engage with state and national political leaders via CSNS, AANS/CNS Washington Committee, and Neurosurgery PAC.

Advocacy

We survey neurosurgery ER coverage data in California to ensure fair reimbursement and continue work to defend MICRA.

Representation

We send delegates to the California Medical Association. We participate in reimbursement advisory committees for both Medicare and private payors.

Help CANS continue to advocate for you and your patients