10th World Congress of the Walter E. Dandy Neurosurgical Society in Astana

Пятница,  27  Июнь  2025

Astana, June 27–28, 2025 — During these days, the capital of Kazakhstan hosts the 10th World Congress of the Walter E. Dandy Neurosurgical Society, one of the most prestigious and anticipated events in global neurosurgery. The Congress brings together over 400 delegates from 20 countries, including leading neurosurgeons from the USA, Europe, Asia, the CIS, and the Middle East.

The Congress is held under the leadership of the Association’s Global President, Professor Salim Abdulrauf, a globally recognized neurosurgical leader, founder of the Walter E. Dandy Society, and author of numerous scientific works that have become international clinical standards.

The Walter E. Dandy Society was founded in 2011 in the USA in honor of one of the founding fathers of modern neurosurgery, Dr. Walter Edward Dandy. Since its establishment, the organization has aimed to promote best practices, exchange scientific knowledge, and improve neurosurgical care worldwide. Hosting the 10th Congress in Kazakhstan reflects the achievements of domestic neurosurgery and demonstrates high international trust.

The two-day program features over 40 scientific presentations, roundtables, discussions, and masterclasses. Topics include innovative neurosurgical approaches, the use of high-tech solutions in neurosurgery, treatment of complex vascular and oncological pathologies, and new directions in functional and pediatric neurosurgery.

“Hosting the Congress in Astana is a sign of respect and recognition for Kazakh neurosurgery on the global stage. We are pleased to welcome the world’s leading specialists to our country. Astana becomes a center for global dialogue, knowledge exchange, and new medical ideas.

Every year, our Center performs over 5,000 surgeries and is actively engaged in scientific research. We are currently working on the commercialization of a personalized 3D vertebral body implant developed by the National Center for Neurosurgery. Its integration into clinical practice opens prospects for broader implementation and scaling.

The Center also operates the only Gamma Knife radiosurgery complex in Central Asia, which has treated over 2,000 patients to date. Work is underway on an intergovernmental agreement to expand the use of the Gamma Knife across Central Asian countries,” — noted Serik Akshulakov, Chairman of the Board of the National Center for Neurosurgery, President of the 10th World Congress of the Walter E. Dandy Neurosurgical Society, and Professor.

The Congress opening ceremony was attended by:

Global President of the Walter E. Dandy Neurosurgical Society, Saleem Abdulrauf (USA)

Deputy Prime Minister of Kazakhstan, E.B. Kosherbayev

Minister of Health of Kazakhstan, A.Sh. Alnazarova

President of the National Academy of Sciences under the President of Kazakhstan, A.K. Kurishbayev

Chairman of the Committee on Socio-Cultural Development of the Mazhilis of the Parliament of Kazakhstan, A.K. Aimagambetov

Heads of leading research institutes and medical centers

Significance of the Congress for Kazakhstan:

Hosting such a large-scale international event in Kazakhstan highlights:

Recognition of the high level of domestic neurosurgery

Strengthening of scientific and clinical cooperation

Accelerated adoption of innovative medical approaches

Professional development of Kazakh specialists

Promotion of Kazakhstan as a medical hub of Central Asia