About

Hi, I’m Andrew with neuromonitoring.

At least, that’s what I say when I call to confirm my cases with the operating room front desk.

As of 2025, I’ve been in the field of intraoperative neuromonitoring (IONM) and CNIM-certified (that’s the board certification credential, for those not in the know!) for over 12 years and involved in neuro/electrophysiology for closer to 15. I started out as a research assistant during my undergraduate program, working in a cognitive neuroscience lab focused on EEG, EMG, and brain stimulation techniques. The transition into the operating room was a natural one, and I immediately fell in love with IONM.

I’ve monitored in dozens of states, scores of hospitals, and a small handful of countries. While I wouldn’t say I’ve done every type of case, I’m extremely proficient with the usual suspects: and then some. I’ve managed teams and territories, (try to) attend conferences regularly, and act as a clinical resource for many in the field, both locally and abroad.

I get a lot of joy and fulfillment from explaining IONM to patients – most of whom have never heard of this field. I take pride in being able to advocate for patients in ways that may prevent irreversible injuries. The feedback and guidance we provide to surgeons and anesthesiologists is indispensable in many procedures. And honestly, every time I describe this work to someone, I still feel myself puff up a little, because I still think it’s just that cool.

Currently there are not a lot of resources being continuously updated about developments and insights within the field. A lot of companies keep training close to the chest. And while a lot is available with a deep dive into your favorite search engine, its hard to pick out what is actually clinically relevant. That said, there is no substitution for hands-on practice, which is a seriously large component of training.

So I’m building out this website as a resource for a wider audience. It’s for people exploring a non-traditional medical or allied health profession path. It’s for medical device clinicians who want to know more about the person in the corner with all the cables and wires, yelling about spikes and waves and changes. It’s for budding and experienced neuromonitoring clinicians. It’s for neurosurgical, orthopedic, and anesthesia residents and PGY-30s alike. If I can offer even one useful nugget of information that helps you improve your practice, I’ll call it a win.

Hopefully, we can get some wins.

-Andrew