Dr. Courtney Goodwin

Associate Professor

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Biography

Courtney Goodwin is an Associate Professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at Duke University School of Medicine, with dual appointments in Radiation Oncology and Orthopedic Surgery. As the Director of Spine Oncology and the Associate Residency Program Director, she plays a critical role in shaping resident education. Dr. Goodwin's research focuses on the surgical treatment of metastatic spine disease, with a commitment to integrating education into patient care through innovative programs. She has received numerous awards, including the DEI Impact Award from the Congress of Neurological Surgeons in 2023 and the Resident Mentor Award from the Duke Department of Neurosurgery. Her academic journey includes a B.S. from the University of Florida, followed by an M.D. and Ph.D. from Johns Hopkins University. She further trained in Neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins, reinforcing her expertise in spinal pathology.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2020-01-01 — Present

Duke University School of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery • Durham, NC

Responsible for surgical and clinical education in the department, while also leading research initiatives in spine oncology.

Awards

#2023

DEI Impact Award

2023-01-01
#2023

Resident Mentor Award

2023-01-01

Requirements for Duke University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Multivariable Calculus Introduction to Physics (mechanics) Introduction to Chemistry
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Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)