Dr. Vokshoor’s individualized care and emphasis on a pain-centric approach to treating his patients has inspired me to rethink my perception of clinical care and how it can be remodeled to improve the patient experience.

“It was also a genuinely rare treat to get the opportunity to observe a neurosurgery in person, and watching the deft prowess and seamless teamwork exhibited throughout was truly something to aspire to.”

“I learned so much just by listening to and watching every move he made—I was in complete awe.”

“This experience has provided me with tools to succeed in the medical field for years to come… It's as if I was living a day in my future career and confirming my love for the field of neurosurgery.”

“Dr. Vokshoor’s mentality of always trying to do what is best for the patient while also operating at the highest level is a conviction that I will carry with me as I enter and practice within the medical field.”

“The experience of shadowing Dr. Vokshoor during my internship at INI is one that has made a lasting effect on the trajectory of my eventual career as a nurse⁠—I have decided to specialize in surgical nursing. The fantastic INI team created an environment that made the week an absolute pleasure!”

“This opportunity was an invaluable experience that will resonate with me throughout my entire journey in medicine.”

“Interning with Dr. Vokshoor was an incredible experience that I will not soon forget. I have worked with other doctors in the past, but Dr. Vokshoor’s empathy and deep passion for patients is evident in everything he does and it is truly unique.”

“I strongly believe that the lessons learned from my week with INI will resonate with me for the rest of my life as I pursue a career in medicine.”

“It was an honor and a privilege to be able to shadow such an incredible doctor. To see first-hand a top of the line neurosurgeon in both a surgical and clinical outpatient setting was truly eye opening—an experience I will never forget.”

“From research to "brain spas," I was able to scribe along side Dr. Vokshoor and see his passion through his interactions with his patients.”

“I recall one day walking into one of the exam rooms to see parents waiting nervously and an even more anxious girl sitting on the doctor's exam table… Dr. Vokshoor put his hands on the girl's shoulder and delivered the good news that she did not have a serious neurological condition. Tears of joy filled her eyes as her mom reached her arms around her in relief.”

“I marveled at the intricacies of each case I experienced in the clinic and in the OR. I was able to observe four unique spinal surgeries while Dr. Vokshoor and other members of the surgical team graciously provided explanations and answered my questions at various stages.”

“Watching surgery (a spinal discectomy fusion procedure) was extremely exciting and such a unique opportunity for someone without a medical background. Dr. Vokshoor is very open and easy to talk to, and the knowledge I gained about brain and spine function and dysfunction was invaluable.”

“As a potential future neurosurgeon, he has inspired me to not only look for the physical pain in my patients, but also investigate their mental well-being for a much better and smoother operation results and post recovery satisfaction.“

“I have never been exposed to the OR setting before, so seeing that for the first time solidified my love for surgery… “

“This branch of medicine requires making split second decisions where there is no margin for error, and it was a privilege to work along side such a dedicated physician.”

“It is one thing to learn about human anatomy and medicine in an academic setting, but it is an entirely different and necessary experience to witness the application of what is learned in the classroom, particularly when considering a career in the medical field.”

“During clinic, I learned a lot about the professional demeanor that must be upheld in the medical field as well as the importance of understanding and catering specifically to each patient's feelings.”

“I quickly learned how essential it was to become fully immersed into the field as each patient-interaction, diagnosis, surgery, and post-op recovery stage was extremely unique.”

“What inspired me the most during my time in the internship was seeing how much time and energy Dr. Vokshoor spent into making sure each of his patients were fully taken care of.”

“I got the witness an olfactory bulb tumor being removed during brain surgery and was in the surgery room while I watched two patients receive spinal fusion surgery.”

“Dr. Vokshoor takes the time to explain medical procedures that may seem frightening to patients and it was inspirational to see how relieved the patients were by the time they walk out of the office.”

“One day during my internship, a former patient stopped by the clinic to express his gratitude to Dr. Vokshoor for changing his life and giving him the ability to walk again. It was an inspiring moment to witness.”

“This internship is more than just shadowing, as Dr. Vokshoor explains the details to every diagnosis made in the clinic and surgical procedure carried out in the OR. He also encourages you to ask questions and entrusts you with the responsibility of making pertinent contributions to patients’ charts.”

“This internship has not only been instrumental in the development of my career goals, but also in fostering the greater idea that effective patient care involves much more than simply diagnosing and treating patients; it requires humility, open-mindedness, and an understanding of patients as human beings deserving of empathy and respect.”

“Simply put, there is no better opportunity than the INI Program to observe in the clinic and OR, while learning about some of the most complex surgeries and ailments known to modern medicine.”

“Dr. Vokshoor would always find time here and there to explain his progress throughout the procedure. He also made sure to introduce me to the rest of the surgical team, which allowed me to learn about the other roles vital to neurosurgery.“

“The staff was extremely personable and made me feel at ease, they were more than helpful and informative to any questions I had.”

“Dr. Vokshoor made a point of keeping me involved throughout the week, whether that meant gathering patient information, taking clinical photographs, or observing surgeries.“