Young Neurosurgeon Forum: Glioma Surgery – The Way Forward

The Asian Australasian Society of Neurological Surgeons (AASNS) is pleased to present the next instalment of the Young Neurosurgeon Forum — a dedicated academic platform designed to support the growth, development, and international collaboration of young neurosurgeons across the region.

This upcoming webinar will focus on “Glioma Surgery: The Way Forward”, bringing together renowned speakers and panelists to discuss evolving techniques, modern adjuncts, and key considerations that shape contemporary glioma surgery. From awake craniotomy protocols to fluorescence-guided tumour resection, this session highlights practical strategies and experience-based insights that young neurosurgeons can immediately apply in their practice.

Speakers

Dr. Vich YindeeDej

Division of Neurosurgery, Thammasat University Hospital – Thailand
Topic: Awake craniotomy protocol: Lessons from early experience
Dr. Vich will share practical learning points from early-stage implementation of awake craniotomy protocols, with emphasis on patient selection, workflow refinement, and team coordination.

Dr. Sanjeev Singh

Senior Consultant, Department of Neurosurgery – CK Birla Hospitals, Jaipur, India
Topic: Sodium Fluorescence–guided glioma surgery: Low-cost armamentarium for better surgical efficacy
Dr. Singh will discuss sodium fluorescein–assisted glioma surgery, highlighting its accessibility, effectiveness, and potential to enhance tumour visualization in resource-limited settings.

Dr. Risdhawati Hassan

Consultant Neurosurgeon – Dato’ Onn Specialist Hospital, Johor Bahru, Malaysia
Topic: My experience with intraoperative adjuncts in glioma surgery
Dr. Risdhawati will cover practical intraoperative tools and adjuncts that enhance surgical safety and resection accuracy, sharing insights from her clinical experience in Malaysia.

Panelists

Panelist 1: H. Maximilian Mehdorn, MD, PhD

Professor Emeritus of Neurosurgery, Former Chairman, Dept. of Neurosurgery, Kiel University Clinics
Topic: Awake craniotomy for tumors in eloquent regions?
Prof. Mehdorn will provide expert commentary on the challenges and decision-making involved in operating on tumours located in functionally sensitive areas.

Panelist 2: Aneela Darbar, MD, FAANS, FACS

Associate Professor, Gulf University; Consultant Neurosurgeon, Kings College Hospital Dubai
Topic: Insights on the evolving landscape of glioma surgery
Dr. Darbar will offer an international perspective on modern glioma surgery, combining academic, technical, and clinical considerations.

Moderator

Dr. Amit Chakrabarty

Director, Department of Neurosurgery – CK Birla Hospitals, Jaipur, India
Dr. Chakrabarty will moderate the session and facilitate discussion, ensuring participants benefit from an engaging and interactive academic exchange.

Event Details

Date: 28 November 2025
Time:

• 15:30 IST

• 18:00 SGT

• 21:00 AEDT

Platform: Zoom Webinar
Registration:
Participants may register by scanning the QR code on the event poster or via the Zoom link provided.

Webinar ID: 463 691 7572
Passcode: AASNS

This webinar continues AASNS’ mission of fostering educational excellence and professional growth among the next generation of neurosurgeons. We invite all trainees, fellows, and early-career neurosurgeons to join us for an insightful and practical session on the future of glioma surgery.