Jhair Alejandro Colán

Hello #MedTwitter! My name is Jhair Colán and I am beyond grateful and privileged to have completed my first month of medical school at Pitt Med! I wanted to share these photos that mean the world to me. I hope to connect with many of you! #whitecoat #ProudLatino 🇵🇪

Excited to highlight executive board member Jhair Colan (@FirstGenMedico), who presented his research during today’s research presentations at our 2nd annual event! #neurosurgery #research #LINS

Didn’t register yet? This is your final chance—don’t miss our 2nd Collaborative Symposium in Organized Neurosurgery. We look forward to seeing you there!

Join us for our Second Annual Collaborative Symposium in organized neurosurgery!

Congrats to all of our matched neurosurgery friends! We would love to feature you officially on our socials (Twitter/X/Ig). Scan the QR code!

Follow us on Instagram as we celebrate you all! @latinxnsgy

The University of Pittsburgh Dept. of Neurological Surgery is thrilled to announce our 2026 residency match class. These five exceptional individuals represent the next generation of neurosurgical leaders, and their passion for advancing the field and delivering outstanding patient care embodies the mission of our program. Welcome to Pitt Neurosurgery!

@SanjeevHerr We are all rooting for you. You will succeed! Only a matter of time.

I’m disappointed to say that I didn’t match into neurosurgery this year. Not the end of my journey, just an obstacle. I am passionate about this field and I am committed to becoming an excellent neurosurgeon. So I will be taking a post doc position and applying again next cycle.

Congratulations to all who matched Neurosurgery today!

This week, our neurosurgical team performed the first-ever case at @UPMC Presbyterian using CONVIVO intraoperative confocal microscopy, visualizing actual tumor cells at the margin of a recurrent brain tumor in real time, right in the OR. Combined with 5-ALA fluorescence, this handheld confocal microscope allows surgeons to identify residual tumor tissue at the cellular level during resection, helping guide more precise surgical decisions when it matters most. Led by Costas Hadjipanayis (@hadjiMDPhD), with PGY-3 resident Oliver Tang, MD, and scrub tech Adam Ferrel.

From holographic spine navigation to AI-enhanced tumor detection, the Surreality Lab is redefining what's possible in the operating room. Co-directed by Edward Andrews, MD, and Jacob Biehl, PhD, this collaboration between the Pitt School of Medicine and Pitt School of Computing and Information is building the OR of the future — and making it accessible worldwide. Watch online: upmcphysicianresources.com/physician-jour…

Deadline to submit abstracts EXTENDED Tonight, February, 13 11:59 PM EST ⏰ We are excited to showcase your work and advance collaboration within the neurosurgery community! #neurosurgery #research

Brain and Blade Session 8 was all about the Exoscope and Surgical Neuro-Oncology led by @hadjiMDPhD!! Lots of learning happening here @PittNeurosurg @PittHealthSci for our MS2s! @NitinAgarwalMD @dtfernandesc @PittTweet @PittCIGNS

Today is the big day!! We cannot wait to see you all at our inaugural meeting at #2025CNS Come celebrate your Latino colleagues in neurosurgery! ALL are welcome!

I’m incredibly honored to be part of this first cohort! Here’s to continuing the work, staying curious, and pushing the field forward. 🧠🔬@PittNeurosurg @hadjiMDPhD #Neurosurgery #MedTwitter

Review describes mechanisms, delivery systems, photosensitizers, and available evidence regarding potential of photodynamic therapy as a novel therapeutic approach for glioblastomas. link.springer.com/article/10.100… @hadjiMDPhD @Steve_Frederico @SakibulHuq @UPMCPhysicianEd @JNeurooncol

Congratulations to @PittTweet med students Shovan Bhatia, Jhair Colon and Lily Tang on their selection as inaugural recipients of the John J. Moossy Medical Student Award for Excellence in Neurosurgery.

Study provides comprehensive overview of fluorescence-guided surgery, highlighting recent advancements and exploreing how further innovations could expand its use in neurosurgery, potentially improving patient survival and quality of life. scilit.com/publications/5… @hadjiMDPhD

We're excited to announce the AHN Department of Neurosurgery Class of 2032; Rita Mitha, MD and Barnabas Obeng-Gyasi, MD. We're looking forward to their contributions and achievements with our team!

Congratulations to Ricardo J. Fernández-de Thomas on receiving the prestigious Young Surgeon Grant for the International Spinal Deformity Symposium, set for Dec 6–7, in New York. This award underscores Dr. Fernández-de Thomas' commitment to advancing the field of spine deformity.