Articles
2nd Opinion
Straight talk about when to get a 2nd Opinion. Does a 2nd opinion make your doctor angry or do they accept 2nd opinions as a good thing?
Finding the Right Surgeon
From the Ask A Neurosurgeon video series.Answering the question, "How do you find a top flight surgeon in your local area?" Basic tips and hints to hunting down the most qualified surgeons in your location.
Cognitive Dominance 5
Cognitive Dominance: Reflections on the 5th Anniversary of Publication. Dr. McLaughlin reflects on the publication of his ground breaking book on the nature of fear and performance.
The Magic of Books
Recommendations and reviews for your bookshelf. Learn about the power of books and the difference they make in our lives. Check out these reviews.
Spondylolisthesis: Is Surgery Required
Is surgery always required for Spondylolisthesis? A high level discussion from NeuroRounds. Watch this excerpt of one of the teaching sessions.
Good Habits from a Neurosurgeon
I'm a neurosurgeon, and the habit that completely changed my life can help improve anyone's mind. Reading makes a difference,
Crispr
Published in LinkedIN in October 2023. Dr. McLaughlin discusses the new gene editing tools..., the technology, the ethics, and the future.
Moderate Stenosis Conservative Care
Conservative Management and Treatment of Spinal Stenosis: Surgery is not always the answer. Always consider conservative treatment options.
Top Doctor 2024
Year after Year after Year. For more than 10 years Dr. McLaughlin has been recognized by Castle Connolly as one of the regions Top Doctors
Assess The Patient
6 Simple Steps to assessing ANY patient. Perfect for medical professionals trying to upgrade their skills and perfect for patients wondering what to expect. Real Patients and Real Cases
Being Human
Earlier this year, I traveled to Alaska. I sought out a special gift for my children. On my return, I brought back 4 piles of stone created by an indigenous artist for my children. Curious? Let me explain.
Rutgers Wrestler Faced Paralysis
Rutgers wrestler and assistant coach faced potential paralysis. He found a kindred spirit in previous NCAA Div I wrestler and practicing neurosurgeon Mark McLaughlin, MD
Drains and Brains
The secret story of drains in brain surgery. Learning medicine in the 21st Century. NeuroRounds is the place where the medical leaders of tomorrow interact LIVE with top experts.
Trenton Youth Wrestling and Learning Center
The Trenton Youth Wrestling and Learning Center is currently fund-raising, and seeking support (financial, political, ethical, and moral). Learn more about how you can help.
Peak Performance Conversation
A Brain Surgeon, a psychologist, and a Marine to talk about performance. A wide ranging discussion of strategies and techniques of visualization and performing at maximum effectiveness.
Peter Jannetta Patient
I had the great privilege of training with Dr. Peter Jannetta, the innovator behind the Jannetta technique of Microvascular Decompression. I recently had the honor of treating one of his patients.
Multiple Meningiomas
Multiple Meningiomas Case Discussion with leading spine experts. Just a small taste of what happens LIVE in NeuroRounds on the first Tuesday of every month. Watch now!
We Have No Time
Sometimes it's urgent and extreme team building that makes the difference in a patient's care. What happens when an ER patient needed life-saving surgery 10 minutes ago?
Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
NeuroRounds: Drs. McLaughlin and Elkrief discuss surgical treatment options for a patient diagnosed with Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy. A Med Student describes the pre-operative imaging.
All About Brain Bleeds
All About Brain Bleeds - Imaging and Discussion with Mark McLaughlin, MD NeuroRounds Jan 3 2023. 4 and a half minutes of DENSE learning. Learn more about #NeuroRounds.
An Open Letter to Wrestling Coaches
Troubled and saddened by the University of Iowa Athletics' decision to partner with UFC.
My open letter to wrestling coaches across the country and to University President Barbara Wilson
Reflections and Mercy
Reflections on the true story that we've shared with you over the past week. The story continues to influence our family and to bring us to reflect on the nature of what it is to be a good person.
May God Be With You
1944 Ukraine: May God Be With You - The tension is unbearable as Mark and Julie McLaughlin share "the story". Part 2 of a moving drama about regular people swept up in the winds of history.
The Good Samaritan
A Story of 1944 Ukraine: The Introduction
Too often, we seem to skim over what the story of the Good Samaritan is truly about. What is Mercy? What is Faith? How to choose to be the Good Samaritan?
Medical Burnout - A National Crisis
Medical burnout video taken from the August session of NeuroRounds, the number one online venue for medstudents, pre-med, and healthcare professionals seeking to raise the bar of their skill level.
Finding The Switch : Next Level Wrestling
The tools that allow us to wrestle and compete at the highest level don't change over the years. Sometimes what changes is that people forget the basics and need to be reminded of what they've always known.
Moments of Choice
In this video Dr. Mark McLaughlin shares a youth coaching experience and provides tools and hints for your own coaching responsibilities. It's about choices and responsibility.
Day In The Life : Daybreak
Join practicing neurosurgeon Dr. Mark McLaughlin on the way to the hospital. It's the dawn of a neurosurgeon's day. Learn the thoughts and the process.
Day In The Life Episode 2
Mental preparation, Med Student Teaching Rounds, Patient preparation. There's to surgical prep than hand hygiene. Join Dr. Mark McLaughlin for this glimpse into a neurosurgeon's day.
Back to School, 30 Years Later
I recently attended the 30th reunion for my medical school class at Virginia Commonwealth University. The trip included great memories and some reflections on the future of medicine.
Cutting For Stone
Just finished Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese. Mom is smiling down from Heaven. 12 years ago she gave me an autographed copy that she got when Dr. Verghese was passing through Short Hills, NJ
Day In The Life Episode 1
A Neurosurgeon's Day... from early morning start, through a long day of surgery, teaching, and patient care, to making a contribution to the lives of others on a daily basis.
8 Meditations : Mark McLaughlin Wrapped 2021
Here are eight of Marcus Aurelius' Meditations that I found great meaning in over the course of 2021. He is foundational in Stoic thought and philosophy, and Roman Emperor in his spare time.
Journal : Year 1
2021 was the first year I ever took up journaling. Here are the top ten pearls that I found when I reviewed it. It was well worth the effort and time, and I heartily recommend it to anyone.
2021 Book Challenge
In 2021, I set a goal/challenge of reading 2 #books a month. Happy to say that I achieved the goal. My reading list is here.
Eight Lessons From 2021
Another year of Covid has made many of us reflect and review our approach to life. My Eight Lessons From 2021.