California Association of Neurological Surgeons (CANS), Inc

The California Association of Neurological Surgeons (CANS) was founded by members who were very concerned about the need for a state neurosurgical organization to address socioeconomic issues relevant to the practice of neurosurgery. Contacts had been established during the process of preparing the Relative Value Scale for reimbursement. This led Dr. Byron Cone Pevehouse to propose the organization, and with the assistance of Dr. George Ablin, the association was incorporated on June 10, 1973. The “Founding” Meeting was held in Los Angeles on December 8, 1973 and 189 members were then enrolled in the initial phases of the development of the association.

Mission:
To advocate for the practice of neurosurgery in California to benefit our patients and profession.