Schaumburg, Ill., September 2026 — The Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS) is proud to announce Ron L. Alterman as one of two Honored Guests at 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.
Alterman serves as Chief of the Division of Neurosurgery in the Roberta and Stephen R. Weiner Department of Surgery at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and is an Associate Professor of Neurosurgery at Harvard Medical School. A leader in functional and stereotactic neurosurgery, his career has contributed to the advancement of deep brain stimulation and the surgical treatment of movement disorders.
At the 2026 CNS Annual Meeting, Alterman will address this year’s theme, Evolution, reflecting on the forces that have shaped neurosurgery and the future of the specialty.
“Dr. Ron Alterman has had a profound impact on my career,” said CNS President Martina Stippler. “As a leader in functional neurosurgery, especially in Parkinson's disease and dystonia, Ron has always practiced medicine the way it should be: patient-centered, unafraid to think outside the box, with a sharp mind and an even sharper wit.”
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.