Intraoperative neurophysiology (IONP) is a rapidly growing, patient-focused field that involves the monitoring of the central and peripheral nervous systems of patients undergoing surgical procedures such as orthopedic spinal correction (scoliosis treatment), cranial neurosurgery, and interventional radiologic procedures.
In the IONP master's program, you'll get an in-depth education in neuroanatomy and neurophysiology to help surgeons create better outcomes for their patients. Through in-the-operating-room clinical experience, challenging coursework, and access to the nation’s top educators and medical practitioners, you'll be prepared for the Certification for Neurophysiologic Intraoperative Monitoring (CNIM) exam and a fulfilling allied health career.
Students who complete this program will receive an Intraoperative Neurophysiology Master of Science degree and meet the requirements to sit for the Certification for Neurophysiologic Intraoperative Monitoring (CNIM) exam.
Faculty to student ratio for each graduating class
15 CREDITS
of clinical work, including a final-semester capstone course
98%
of graduates* pass the CNIM exam on their first attempt
*Undergraduate students in the intraoperative neuromonitoring concentration
SoK Spotlights
Amine Sheik
Movement science undergraduate
Let’s say there was a kid like me. Someone who was born a bit different or has something that they feel makes them look or feel different. I want them to feel included.
Movement Science BS (Intraoperative Neuromonitoring Concentration), Class of 2020
Surgical Neurophysiologist, National Neuromonitoring Services
I am extremely comfortable with my knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and my ability to monitor a case because I’ve had so much practice in the classroom and operating rooms.
MOVESCI 110 changed my perspective on the medical field. The class is divided into three different modules, neuroscience, motor control, and exercise physiology, and taught by different faculty members. They emphasized how interconnected the field of medicine and studying the human body are. The class taught me to look more holistically at problems because other aspects one isn’t considering may impact them.