Specialty Training · Neuro-intervention

Neuro-intervention

Covering cerebrovascular intervention, intracranial aneurysm, mechanical thrombectomy, and neuromodulation — among the most advanced Chinese clinical techniques, with the highest equipment and expertise requirements.

How the three schools differ

For the same specialty, the three schools have different strengths and entry points — the basis for matching a training provider to your needs.

Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine

Ruijin Hospital neurology (Parkinson's disease and neurodegenerative disorders) and Xinhua Hospital pediatric neurology are the strengths, with neuro-intervention and neuromodulation gradually expanding.

Fudan University Shanghai Medical College National Medical Center for Neurological Disorders

Huashan Hospital is the National Medical Center for Neurological Disorders; its neurosurgery has long ranked No.1 nationally, internationally renowned for cerebrovascular disease, brain tumors, and functional neurosurgery.

West China Medical Center, Sichuan University

West China Hospital neurosurgery is a National Key Clinical Specialty with complete systems for brain tumors, cerebrovascular disease, and functional neurosurgery — the core of neurological care and intervention in western China.

Training System

Tiered Neuro-interventional Training

Building on Chinese teaching resources and a standardized large-animal training platform, this program creates a closed-loop model: online theory + local simulation + hands-on practice in China + clinical implementation + official certification.

DimensionDescription
Three-tier progressionBeginner (cerebral angiography / basic catheters) → Intermediate (routine intervention · independent operation) → Advanced (complex thrombectomy / aneurysm · clinical teaching)
Five-stage ladderL0 theory → L1 dry simulation → L2 wet / ex-vivo → L3 large-animal live surgery → L4 clinical preceptorship → L5 certification & authorization
Three-site division of laborOnline: recorded theory and live surgical review; Home country: training at your own simulation center and post-return clinical case accumulation; In China: large-animal live surgery, observation, and standardized graduation assessment
Five-stage ladder

A six-layer training path from theory to certification

Each level must be passed before advancing; those who fail repeat training to protect practical capability and certificate value.

L0

Theory learning

Cerebrovascular anatomy + imaging interpretation + recorded procedures, LMS exam release

L1

Dry simulation

Neuro-interventional simulator + vascular models, OSATS scoring

L2

Wet / ex-vivo

Ex-vivo vessels + microsurgical anatomy practice, dual scoring

L3

Large-animal live surgery

Porcine cerebrovascular interventional live surgery, full workflow

L4

Clinical preceptorship

Volume met + complication rate below benchmark + preceptor sign-off

L5

Certification & authorization

Three-tier certification · tiered authorization · certificate verification

Neuro-interventional directions

Menu-style specialty selection

Core theory is a shared foundation across all directions; each direction only adds specialty modules.

Mechanical thrombectomyAcute stroke intervention
Intracranial aneurysmCoiling / flow-diverter stents
Cerebral angiographyDSA basics
Cerebral artery stenosisStent angioplasty
Arteriovenous malformationAVM / DAVF embolization
NeuromodulationDBS implantation
Carotid interventionCarotid stenting
Brain tumor interventionFeeding-artery embolization
Spinal vascularSpinal vascular malformation
Brain-computer interfaceInterventional BCI
Functional neurosurgeryEpilepsy / movement disorders
Neurocritical careNICU management
Tiered training menu

Four standardized training packages

Adapts to different trainee baselines and career needs; supports segmented participation for working physicians, minimum 10 days per visit. Large-animal cases, observation duration, and clinical case volume are all adjustable.

Starter
Fundamentals: cerebral angiography and basic catheter skills
Large-animal cases4
Clinical observation2 days
Duration in China≈10 days
Core case volumecerebral angiography ≥30
Intermediate
Competent to independently perform routine intervention
Large-animal cases6
Clinical observation4 days
Duration in China≈10 days
Core case volume+20 over starter
Advanced
Proficient in mechanical thrombectomy and complex aneurysms
Large-animal cases8
Clinical observation6 days
Duration in China≈10 days
Core case volume+15 over intermediate
Master
Full proficiency with clinical teaching qualification
Large-animal cases12
Clinical observation6 days
Duration in China≈30 days (segmented)
Core case volume80+ cumulative
Assessment · Certification

Four-level assessment → three-tier certification

Entry leveling, individualized teaching, level-by-level assessment, and remediation for those who fail; certificates are issued only after passing all four assessments.

Assessment typeFormatPassing standard
Theory assessmentLMS randomized exam, anti-switch online testAdvanced procedures add complication-specific management
Simulation assessmentOSATS international scoring, device + expert scoring, full video recordMeet minimum operation score and completion for the tier; failure triggers remediation
Large-animal assessmentFull live-surgery procedure, dual-instructor independent scoringStandardized, no major errors, proper complication management; retake on failure
Clinical assessmentCase-volume verification, complication-rate statistics, preceptor signature, case archiveComplete tier surgery volume, complication rate below benchmark, granted operating privileges
Certification levelCertificate issuedEndorsement / sealEffect
BeginnerNeuro-intervention Beginner Skills CertificateChinese training center + partner hospital joint sealcompetent as assistant / angiography and basic operations
IntermediateAuthorization for Independent Routine Neuro-interventionLead preceptor signature + training center official certificationgranted independent operating rights for routine intervention
AdvancedAdvanced Neuro-intervention · Operator + Teacher Dual QualificationTraining center + university/society joint endorsementcomplex-procedure operating + teaching qualification
Certificate verification: every certificate has a unique number, verifiable off-site on the bilingual (RU/EN) official site; accompanied by trainee records, case counts, and preceptor-signed documents. Key certificates can be blockchain-notarized — fully traceable and unforgeable.
Scope of practice (important): this training issues a certificate of training completion only; it does not constitute or replace licensure in the host country. Whether a graduate may practice independently at home is determined by local regulations. Chinese experts provide hands-on teaching only within China; in other countries we provide observation guidance, simulation training, and remote case review only, and do not perform primary surgical procedures locally.
Core Advantages

Advantages of China's training system

Massive clinical case volume, complete tiered progression, large-animal live surgery, clinical observation, foreign-language friendly, credit mutual recognition, high cost-effectiveness.

Want to arrange training in Neuro-intervention?

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