The 2nd Asian Australasian Congress of Neurological Surgeons (AACNS)

A Landmark Event in Sydney

The Second Asian Australasian Congress of Neurological Surgeons (AACNS) was held in Sydney, Australia, in 1968, under the leadership of Sir Douglas Miller, the inaugural President of the Asian Australasian Society of Neurological Surgeons (AASNS).

This Congress continued the mission of fostering collaboration and advancing neurosurgical education across the region. As the host city, Sydney provided the perfect platform for prominent neurosurgeons from Asia and Australasia to exchange ideas, share knowledge, and strengthen professional ties.

Leadership and Impact

Sir Douglas Miller, a founding member of the AASNS, played a crucial role in shaping the early years of the Society. His dedication to advancing neurosurgery laid the foundation for future Congresses, inspiring generations of neurosurgeons to build upon this collaborative legacy.