Rocky Mountain Neurosurgical Society
2024 Business Meeting
June 18th, 2024
La Cantera Resort, San Antonio, Texas
Present: Dr. Joel MacDonald, Dr. Mark Mahan, Dr. Erik Parker, Dr. Brad Lega, Dr. John Clough, Dr. Justin Davis, Dr. Andrew Levy Dr. Jim Thoman, Dr. Joseph Beshay, Dr. Allan Belzberg, Allie Whipple and Jessie Tarnow
The meeting was called to order by RMNS President, Dr. Mark Mahan at 0741. The need for a meeting in 2025 was proposed to continue education and the unique needs of Neurosurgeons and Practitioners in the Rocky Mountain region.
President’s Report: Dr. Mahan proposed three new candidates for membership into the society. Dr. Joseph Driver, Dr. Ramesh Grandhi and Dr. Thomas Tyler Patterson (PGY-5, associate member). All present members were in favor and all three candidates were approved for membership.
Vice President: No new business to report.
Secretary Report: No new business to report.
Treasurer Report: Dr. Davis expressed concern about the current available funds in the account. He reports there is currently $4500 in the account. More funds should be coming in through Eventleaf and he anticipates there will be $10,000-$15,000 in the account after the meeting. He states it is important to continue to pursue membership fees and dues as well as vendor support for the 2025 meeting. It is also important to set budgets for future meetings and keep planning within the set budget. The past three meetings have all extended past the budget, and resulted in losses. There is hope that the 2025 meeting will be a lower budget and overall cost and this will help to build the account back up.
Historian/Website Administrator Report: No new business.
Announcement of Executive Board:
Dr. Mahan proposed the following new executive board:
President: Dr. Erik Parker
President Elect: Dr. John Clough
Vice President: Dr. Shervin Rahimpour
Member at Large: Dr. Salah Aoun
CME Committee: Dr. Bradley Lega
Scientific Program: Dr. Ramesh Grandhi – pending acceptance
Membership Committee: Dr. Mark Mahan
Continuing Service
Secretary: Dr. John Clough (1 more year in term)
Treasurer: Dr. Justin Davis (1 more year in term)
Website Administrator: Dr. Joel MacDonald
Historian: Dr. Joel MacDonald
Local Arrangements 2025: Dr. Joel MacDonald
Local Arrangements 2026: Dr. Erik Parker
Nominating Committee: Dr. Joe Sramek, Dr. Brad Duhon, Dr. Mark Mahan
The new executive board was approved by all present members.
Future Sites:
2025: Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
The meeting will take place in Puerta Vallarta, at the Marriott Puerta Vallarta Resort and Spa. The resort is located in the Marina district. The Winter meeting took place at the resort as a scouting event and all parties felt this was a family friendly and safe venue for the 2025 meeting. There are onsite pickleball courts, a golf course and a new spa. The awards banquet venue may take place outside vs inside in the ballroom. Nightly room rates are reasonable with a junior suite costing $189/night and a “staff” room rate at $95 per night. Due to vendor company restrictions with alcohol, we cannot take advantage of the all-inclusive package. There are several on site and nearby restaurants. The marina district is a 10 minute walk from the hotel. Despite being an international destination, there is already interest from vendors for the 2025 meeting. The concern for a small presence of residents was also discussed. It is becoming increasingly difficult to obtain support from programs to support resident travels. Several medical students presented at this year’s meeting and this is an area that has not been explored extensively at prior meetings. Consideration for further medical student involvement should be considered. Conscious efforts to stay within budget on group events needs to be a priority at future meetings. The Winter meeting may be a virtual meeting depending on the financial status of the society at the conclusion of the 2024 meeting.
2026: Utah (venue TBD)
New Business: No new business.
A motion was made to adjourn the meeting at 0753.