One of my primary objectives during my tenure is to continue fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and globally connected community within WSSFN. Our field encompasses many important sub-disciplines, including movement disorder surgery, psychiatric surgery, epilepsy surgery, pain surgery, spasticity surgery, and restorative neurosurgery. Each of these areas is vital to the progress of our profession and the well-being of our patients. As your president, I am committed to ensuring that all these components of our field are well represented and continue to advance through research, clinical practice, and education.

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Additionally, I want to emphasize the crucial role that young neurosurgeons play in shaping the future of our specialty. It is vital that we provide them with the support and opportunities to grow, learn, and innovate. As part of this commitment, we must also focus on improving access to training and education, especially in countries where these opportunities may be limited or difficult to access. WSSFN has always been a strong advocate for missions of training and education, and I will work to strengthen our efforts in supporting young neurosurgeons through fellowships, mentorship programs, and educational initiatives, particularly in underserved regions. By supporting the next generation of leaders in our field, we ensure that the progress we’ve made continues for years to come.

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I am also pleased to announce that our next WSSFN Congress will be held in Marseille, France, in September 2026. This congress will provide an invaluable opportunity for all of us to meet, exchange ideas, and collaborate on the future of stereotactic and functional neurosurgery. It will also serve as a platform to showcase the diversity of our field and the exciting developments in each subspecialty. I encourage you to participate and engage fully in what will be a dynamic and enriching event for all.

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Thank you once again for the privilege of serving as your President. I look forward to the challenges and opportunities ahead, and I am confident that together, we can continue to make significant contributions to the field of neurosurgery. Let us work together to ensure that our discipline remains inclusive, innovative, and supportive of all members, particularly the next generation.

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I look forward to seeing you in Marseille in 2026 and to the exciting future that lies ahead for WSSFN.

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Warmest regards,

Jean Régis

Marseille, France