Newswise — May 10, 2024 – The AANS proudly announces the appointment of Jacques Morcos, MD, FAANS, as its new president. Dr. Morcos, a distinguished figure in the field of neurosurgery, assumed this leadership role on May 6 and is poised to guide the organization to new heights of excellence and innovation. His stewardship promises to energize the neurosurgical community and advance patient care globally. Renowned for his groundbreaking contributions to neurosurgery, Dr. Morcos brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his role. As professor and chairman of neurosurgery at UT Health Houston and director of cerebrovascular and skull base surgery, he has demonstrated unparalleled skill and dedication in treating a wide array of neurological conditions. His areas of specialization include cerebrovascular lesions, complex brain tumors and minimally invasive endonasal endoscopic approaches, among others. Under Dr. Morcos’s visionary guidance, the AANS Executive Committee for the 2024-25 term is poised to drive transformative change within and beyond the organization. Comprising esteemed neurosurgical leaders such as past-president Anthony L. Asher, MD, FAANS; president-elect E. Sander Connolly, MD, FAANS; vice president E. Antonio Chiocca, MD, PhD, FAANS; secretary Aviva Abosch, MD, PhD, FAANS; and treasurer Sepideh Amin- Hanjani, MD, FAANS, the AANS is committed to advancing the highest standards of patient care, education and research in neurosurgery.
About the AANS:
Established in 1931 under the moniker of the Harvey Cushing Society, the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS) has evolved into a premier scientific and educational entity boasting a global membership exceeding 13,000 esteemed professionals. At its core, the AANS is dedicated to championing the highest standards of patient care while propelling the field of neurological surgery forward through continuous innovation and education. Recognized Fellows of the AANS are meticulously vetted and board-certified by esteemed bodies such as the American Board of Neurological Surgery, the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, or the Mexican Council of Neurological Surgery, A.C. Neurosurgery, as a medical discipline, encompasses a broad spectrum of endeavors, encompassing the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of disorders impacting the spinal column, spinal cord, brain, nervous system and peripheral nerves, underscoring the
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