Join us for the Annual WINGS Event 2025
Women In Neuroscience GlobalSymposium (WINGS) is a mission:Brain one-day hybrid symposium to empower female/femme-identifying individuals as they pursue careers in neurosurgery and the clinical neurosciences.
We've got a great week planned for WINGS at CNS 2025
WINGS at CNS 2025 will bring together global leaders, experts, and allies to share insights, foster collaboration, and create actionable strategies that advance women in neuroscience and strengthen our community for the years ahead.
Trailblazers of Neuroscience
Discover the inspiring stories of female leaders who are paving the way in neurosurgery, breaking barriers, and shaping the future of the field.
WINS Scholars & Mentors
Hear from award-winning WINS Scholars and their mentors as they share their journeys, achievements, and the power of mentorship in advancing careers.
Diversity in Leadership
Explore how diverse perspectives strengthen leadership, innovation, and mentorship across neuroscience and beyond.
Transcending Global Challenges
Learn from global experts addressing the unique challenges women face in neurosurgery worldwideāand the strategies to overcome them.
Allyship in Action
Gain practical insights on how allyship and partnership can create more inclusive, supportive environments in neurosurgery and healthcare.
Celebrating Excellence
Join us as Mission:Brain announces special awards, recognizes outstanding contributions, and honors the leaders shaping the future of neuroscience.
Full WINGs Agenda
Are you interested in global neurosurgery? Global neuroscience? Leaders changing the landscape around the world? Join us for an afternoon of celebrating women in neuroscience.
Registration ends October 1, 2025
Registration ends October 1, 2025
Professor of Global Neurosurgery, Barrow Neurological Institute, Clincial Professor of Neurosurgery, George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences -- Washington , D.C., USA
PMD, PHD, MBA, Chair, Department of Neurosurgery, UCLA, Los Angeles, California, USA
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Paving the Way: Neurosurgeryās Female Trailblazers
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Featuring:
Dr. Vanessa Milanese, Functional Neurosurgeon, A Beneficencia Portuguesa Hospital, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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WINS Scholars and WINS Mentors
Featuring:
Dr. Laura Snyder - MD, FAANS, Professor of Neurosurgery
Dr. Maryam Rahman - MD, MS, Department of Neurosurgery, University of Florida
Dr. Winny Costa Mapuor - WINS x MISSION:BRAIN Scholar, Barrow Neurological Institute
Dr. Mabel Banson - WINS x MISSION:BRAIN Scholar, Republic of Ghana's first femail neurosurgeon
Enjoy lunch getting to know your fellow attendees
Diversity of Perspectives in Leadership and Mentorship
Featuring:
Dr. Martina Gonzalez Gomes - MD, MSC, Global Neurosurgery Program Manager, University of Alabaman
Dr. Victoria Clark - MD, PHD, FAANS, Fellowship in Neurosurgical Oncology
Dr. Rushna Ali - MD, FAANS, Fellowship in Stereotactic, Functional, Pain & Epilepsy Neurosurgery
Dr. Gelarah Zadeh - MD, PHD, Consultant & Chair of Neurosurgery, Mayo Clinic
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Transcending Global Challenges
Featuring:
Dr. Karla Alisson Quisbert - MD, Neurosurgeon-Scientist, Clinicas Hospital Bolivia
Dr. Sophie D' Herbemont - MD, MSC, Neurosurgeon, Fellowship in Endovascular Therapy
Including Dr. Megan Still, Dr. Lawton, and Dr. Alfredo QuiƱones-Hinojosa
Mentorship and Partnership: How Successful Allyship Can Work
Featuring:
Dr. Alfredo QuiƱones-Hinojosa - MD, Professor of Neurologic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, President of Mission:Brain Foundation
Dr. Seunggu J. Han - MD, Associate Clinical Professor of Neurosurgery, Stanford Medicine
Paola SuƔrez Meade - MD, Post-Doctoral Research Fellow of Neurosurgery, Mayo Clinic
April Sabangan - MPH, BSH, RN, CEO at Mission:Brain Foundation
Dr. Silvia Vaca - MD, FAANS, Fellowship in Neurointerventional Radiology at Stanford
Dr. Michael T. Lawton - MD, President &Ā CEO, Barrow Neurological Institute, Co-Founder of Mission:Brain Foundation
Let the reception begin! Enjoy getting to know the amazing attendees
Leadership Team
An organization only goes as far as it's people choose to take it.
Get all of your WINGs questions answered
Please review these before reaching out!
No, the event is open to all genders. While the event highlights and celebrates women in neuroscience, everyone is encouraged and welcome to attend.
No, the event focuses on neuroscience as a whole, not just neurosurgery. Come and enjoy!!
The theme for this year is Mentorship Without Borders: Empowering Women Neurosurgeons Worldwide
JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE, 900 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90015
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Yes, attendees will have opportunities to participate in live Q&A sessions and engage with speakers during interactive panels. For virtual attendees, there will also be options to submit questions in real-time.
Virtual attendees will have access to live-streamed sessions, interactive Q&As, and networking opportunities through our online platform. Links and access details will be provided upon registration.
This year, the event will take place from 11:30 AM to 4:30 PM, allowing for a full morning of insightful sessions, networking, and discussions.
The symposium offers both in-person and virtual attendance options. You can select the format that best suits your schedule and location during the registration process.
This event is designed for professionals, students, and advocates in neuroscience and neurosurgery who are passionate about supporting women in these fields. Whether you're looking to network, learn from global leaders, or gain insights on allyship, this event is open to all. Everyone is welcomeāfrom medical students to neurosurgeons, and anyone with an interest in neuroscience. See you there!!!
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