Schaumburg, Ill, September 2026 — The Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS) is proud to announce Gail Rosseau, MD, as one of two Honored Guests of the 2026 CNS Annual Meeting, taking place October 31–November 4 in Washington, D.C.
The Honored Guest designation recognizes exceptional leaders whose contributions have helped advance the field of neurosurgery and patient care in meaningful ways.
A respected neurosurgeon, educator, and global health leader, Dr. Rosseau has dedicated her career to advancing neurosurgical care and expanding access to safe, timely, and affordable surgical care around the world.
Dr. Rosseau serves as Chairman of the Board of Directors of the G4 Alliance, Clinical Professor of Neurosurgery at George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, and Adjunct Professor of Global Neurosurgery at Barrow Neurological Institute. Her leadership across neurosurgery, global health, and health policy has helped elevate the role of neurosurgical care within the broader global health conversation.
At the 2026 CNS Annual Meeting, Dr. Rosseau will address this year’s theme, Evolution, bringing a global perspective to the forces shaping the profession and its future. Her experience demonstrates that the evolution of neurosurgery extends beyond advances in technique and technology to include how the specialty educates, collaborates, advocates, and expands access to care.
“Dr. Gail Rosseau will be the first female honored guest,” said Martina Stippler, CNS President. “She is one of the kindest and most generous people I have ever known. She made me feel welcome and like I truly belonged in neurosurgery.”
The 2026 CNS Annual Meeting: Evolution will bring the neurosurgical community together for dynamic, participant-centered education, scientific exchange, networking, and opportunities to explore the ideas and innovations shaping the future of the profession.
Learn more about the 2026 CNS Annual Meeting and register today.
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About the Congress of Neurological Surgeons
The Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS) is the global leader in neurosurgical education, serving to promote health by advancing neurosurgery through innovation and excellence in education. The CNS provides leadership in neurosurgery by encouraging and facilitating scientific discoveries and its translation into clinical practice. The CNS maintains the vitality of the profession through the volunteer efforts of its members and the development of leadership in service to the public, to colleagues in other disciplines, and to neurosurgeons throughout the world in all stages of their professional lives. For more information, visit cns.org.