May 2025

President’s Letter: Striving for Curiosity, Humility, and Unwavering Commitment to Patients and the Functional Neurosurgery Community


ASSFN President Dr. Julie G. Pilitsis reflects on the past, present, and future of functional neurosurgery. Read more

NeuroNotes: What is the Actual Risk of Deep Brain Stimulation for Depression?


Dr. Clement Hamani initiates the inaugural article of NeuroNotes, a section focused on clinical research in functional neurosurgery. Read more

Functional Neurosurgery Webinars and Podcasts Focus on Transitioning to Practice


Drs. Sharona Ben-Haim and Danika Paulo expand informational offerings to functional neurosurgeons through webinars and podcasts. Access our most popular recordings on the ASSFN YouTube channel. Read more

Member Spotlight: Joseph Neimat, MD, MS, MBA

Get to know longtime ASSFN member and Past President Dr. Joseph Neimat in an engaging interview with Dr. Nehaw Sarmey, where they explore his journey, insights, and ideas for the future of functional neurosurgery. Read more

Greats of Neurosurgery: The First Woman in Functional Neurosurgery: Dr. Sofia Ionescu, Bucharest, Romania, 1920-2008

Dr. Robert Bina authors the first article series on Neurosurgery Luminaries. Read more about the extraordinary milestones of the first woman in functional neurosurgery. Read more