Islam Abdelsamad Abdelrazik Abdelfattah | neurosurgery | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Islam Abdelsamad Abdelrazik Abdelfattah | neurosurgery | Best Researcher Award

General medical council, Shebin Elkom teaching Hospital / Nottingham university hospital United Kingdom

Islam Abdelsamad Abdelrazik Abdelfattah is an Egyptian consultant neurosurgeon specializing in neuro-endoscopy and pediatric neurosurgery. He has extensive experience in minimally invasive neurosurgical techniques and has worked in leading institutions across Egypt, Germany, and the United Kingdom. Currently a Senior Clinical Fellow in Neurosurgery at the University Hospital of Wales, he has also served as a Senior Clinical Fellow in Pediatric Neurosurgery at King’s College Hospital, UK. His expertise spans brain and spine endoscopic procedures, neurotrauma, and stereotactic surgery. A dedicated educator, he has coordinated and instructed multiple neurosurgical workshops and courses.

Publication Profile

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🎓 Education

MD in Neurosurgery, Al-Azhar University, 2021. Diploma in Neuropsychiatry, Menoufia University, 2021. Fellowship in Neuro-Endoscopy, Greifswald (Germany) & Cairo University, 2021. MRCS, Royal College of England, 2020. MSc in General Surgery, Ain Shams University, 2015. Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery, Alexandria University, 2007

💼 Experience

Senior Clinical Fellow in Neurosurgery, University Hospital of Wales, UK (2024–present). Senior Clinical Fellow in Pediatric Neurosurgery, King’s College Hospital, UK (2023–2024). Consultant of Neurosurgery (Neuro-Endoscopy), Shebin Elkom Teaching Hospital, Egypt (2022–2023). Associate Fellow of Neurosurgery, Shebin Elkom Teaching Hospital (2016–2022). Neurosurgery Resident, Shebin Elkom Teaching Hospital, Elsalam Hospital, Eldoaah Hospital (2012–2016). General Practitioner, Kafr Elsheikh Primary Medical Care Units (2009–2012). House Officer, Alexandria University Hospital (2008–2009)

🏆 Awards & Honors

GMC Registration (UK) & Egyptian Medical Syndicate License (Consultant Neuro-Endoscopy). Coordinator & Instructor in multiple international neurosurgical workshops and congresses. Faculty & Instructor in Neuroendoscopy courses at King’s College Hospital, UK (2024). Reviewer for journals including the Egyptian Journal of Neurosurgery, World Neurosurgery Journal, and Advanced Spine Journal

🔬 Research Focus

Neuro-Endoscopy & Minimally Invasive Neurosurgery. Stereotactic Biopsy & Brainstem Lesions. Endoscopic Callosotomy for Pediatric Epilepsy. Non-Destructive Pallidal Disruption for Parkinson’s Disease. Reviewer & Author in leading neurosurgical journals, contributing to innovative techniques in brain and spine surgery

Conclusion

Dr. Abdelfattah’s extensive clinical experience, dedication to education, and ongoing research endeavors position him as a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Focusing on increasing the impact of his research publications and enhancing language skills may further bolster his qualifications for such accolades.

Publication Top Notes

  • Improving Neurosurgical Care in Egypt: A Questionnaire-Based Study of Neurosurgeons’ and Patients’ Perspectives on Risk Factors for Malpractice Claims (2025)

    • Authors: Islam Abdelsamad Abdelrazik Abdelfattah, Mohamed Okasha, Ihap Bedier, Hazem Kuheil, Ahmed A. Farag, Omar Y. Hammad, Mohamed Hasan
    • Citation: World Neurosurgery, 2025-02. DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2025.123837

 

  • A Simple Modification of the Endoscopic Ultrasonic Aspirator to Allow Increased Versatility and Use Down Multiple Endoscopes in the Largest Reported Case Series (2025)

    • Authors: Bassel Zebian, Ladina Greuter, Anca-Mihaela Vasilica, Francesca Vitulli, Difei Wang, Islam Abdelfattah, Panduranga Seetahal-Maraj, Marivic Dacdac, David Rowland, Cristina Bleil
    • Citation: Operative Neurosurgery, 2025-02-06. DOI: 10.1227/ons.0000000000001500

 

  • Endoscopic Callosotomy as a Minimally Invasive Approach to Treat Paediatric Refractory Epilepsy: Case Series (2024)

 

  • Non-Destructive Pallidal Disruption for Management of Parkinsonism and a Pre-DBS Maneuver (2023)

 

  • Stereotactic Biopsy of Brainstem Lesions (2017)

    • Authors: Islam Abdelsamad Abdelrazik Abdelfattah
    • Citation: Journal Article, 2017-10-08.

 

 

GIOVANNI GRASSO | Neurochirurgia | Excellence in Innovation

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Prof. GIOVANNI GRASSO | Neurochirurgia | Excellence in Innovation

👨‍🏫Profile Summary

Highly accomplished and experienced neurosurgeon with a distinguished career spanning over two decades. Extensive expertise in tumor surgery, vascular surgery, and spine surgery, with over 3000 surgical procedures performed as the lead surgeon. Holds an impressive academic background, including a PhD in Neuro-oncology and numerous publications in international journals. Recognized with prestigious fellowships, awards, and appointments at esteemed institutions such as YALE University and Harvard University. A proven leader and educator, currently serving as Professor of Neurosurgery and Director of Surgical Neuro-oncology Unit at the University of Palermo.

🌐 Professional Profiles

 

👨‍⚕️ Work experience

  • Professor of Neurosurgery, Vice Director Neurosurgical Unit, Director of Surgical Neuro-oncology Unit Department of Biomedicine Neurosciences and Advanced Diagnostics (BiND), University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy (2014 – Present) .Neurosurgeon AOUP Policlinico Paolo Giaccone, Palermo, Italy (2005 – 2014). Associate Professor of Neurosurgery, Section of Neurosurgery Department of Biomedicine Neurosciences and Advanced Diagnostics (BiND), University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy (2005 – 2014). Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery, Section of Neurosurgery Department of Biomedicine Neurosciences and Advanced Diagnostics (BiND), University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy (2000 – 2005). Neurosurgeon AOUP Policlinico Martino, Messina, Italy (2000 – 2005) Fixed-term researcher, Department of Neurosurgery, University of Messina, Italy (2003 – 2005)

📚  Education training

  • Ph.D. in Neuro-oncology Department of Neuroscience, Psychiatrics and Anesthesiologic Sciences, University of Messina, Italy (Ph.D. awarded on 24/01/2005). Research Grant in vascular neurosurgery (aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage) Department of Neuroscience, Psychiatrics and Anesthesiologic Sciences, University of Messina, Italy (2002 – 2005). Neurosurgical Training Programme Department of Neuroscience, Psychiatrics and Anesthesiologic Sciences, University of Messina, Italy (1995 – 2000) Specialty in Neurosurgery, achieved with honors on 02/11/2000. School of Medicine University of Messina, Italy (1989 – 1995) MD with honors, obtained on 10/07/1995

🌟  Personal Skills

  • Languages: Fluent in Italian and English
  • Surgical Skills: Proficient in Tumor surgery, vascular surgery, spine surgery, with active experience based on over 3000 surgical procedures as the first operator.

💼 JOB

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📝 Additional Information

  • Publications: Author of 175 international publications quoted in SCOPUS, with an h-index of 27, Total citation: 4077, and Impact factor: 590.85.
  • Fellowship and Appointments: Received various fellowships and appointments including the “C.M. Lerici Foundation” Fellowship and Visiting positions at prestigious institutions such as YALE University and Harvard University.
  • Honors and Awards: Received several honors and awards including the FOCUS Award for Best Italian Invention in 2000 and the Brain Research Young Investigator Award in 2009.
  • Membership: Potentially involved in professional memberships or associations.
  • Editorial Board: Potential involvement in editorial boards of scientific journals.

📚Top Noted Publication

  1. Title: Invasive Preoperative Investigations in Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus: A Comprehensive Review

    • Authors: G Grasso, G Teresi, M Noto, F Torregrossa
    • Journal: World Neurosurgery
    • Volume: Not specified
    • Issue: Not specified
    • Page: Not specified
    • Year: 2023

     

    Title: State of the art and future direction in diagnosis, molecular biology, genetics, and treatment of brain arteriovenous malformations

    • Authors: R Pérez-Alfayate, G Grasso
    • Journal: World Neurosurgery
    • Volume: 159
    • Page: 362-372
    • Year: 2022

     

    Title: Appraisal of burden of caregivers to chronically rehabilitated patients with spinal cord injuries in a Tertiary Neurological Center in Nepal

    • Authors: S Munakomi, A Bajracharya, S Gurung, M Dewan, NP Joshi, A Mishra, …
    • Journal: Medical and Biomedical Updates
    • Page: 125-131
    • Year: 2021

     

    Title: Letter to the Editor Regarding” Comparison of Different Hybrid Techniques for the Treatment of Multilevel Cervical Degenerative Disc Disease-Analysis of Prospectively Collected …

    • Authors: G Grasso
    • Journal: World Neurosurgery
    • Volume: 141
    • Page: 533-534
    • Year: 2020

     

    Title: New Challenges for the Betterment of Spine Health.

    • Authors: G Grasso
    • Journal: World Neurosurgery
    • Volume: 140
    • Page: 509-511
    • Year: 2020

     

    Title: Concept of Spectrobiopsy Facing Gliomas: Rational and Future Perspectives Related to Target Therapy

    • Authors: F Torregrossa, G Grasso
    • Journal: World Neurosurgery
    • Volume: 134
    • Page: 308-310
    • Year: 2020

     

    Title: Opening New Window in Upper Clival Region: Results from Anatomic Study

    • Authors: G Grasso, A Landi
    • Journal: World Neurosurgery
    • Volume: 113
    • Page: 140-141
    • Year: 2018

     

    Title: Tissue-Glue–Coated Collagen Sponge (TachoSil) for Minor Cerebral Dural Venous Sinus Laceration: What is the Evidence?

    • Authors: G Grasso, C Alafaci
    • Journal: Neurosurgery
    • Volume: 77
    • Issue: 4
    • Page: E669-E670
    • Year: 2015

     

    Title: Bipolar radiofrequency ablation for metastatic spinal tumors: An evolving paradigm in palliative care

    • Authors: G Grasso
    • Journal: Journal of neuro-oncology
    • Volume: 125
    • Page: 217-218
    • Year: 2015

     

    Title: Spontaneous Meckel’s cave hematoma: A rare cause of trigeminal neuralgia

    • Authors: C Alafaci, G Grasso, F Granata, D Marino, FM Salpietro, F Tomasello
    • Journal: Surgical Neurology International
    • Volume: 6
    • Issue: Suppl 18
    • Page: S445
    • Year: 2015

     

    Title: Cervical arthroplasty with Prodisc-C system: our experience

    • Authors: G Grasso, F Certo, AG Pirrone, D Iacopino
    • Journal: Global Spine Journal
    • Volume: 2
    • Issue: 1_suppl
    • Page: s-0032-1319990-s-0032-1319990
    • Year: 2012

    Title: Editorial Comment—Age-Dependent Brain AVM Characteristics: What is the Evidence?

    • Authors: G Grasso
    • Journal: Stroke
    • Volume: 34
    • Issue: 11
    • Page: 2669-2670
    • Year: 2003

     

    Title: LABORATORY INVESTIGATIONS:-Does administration of recombinant human erythropoietin attenuate the increase of S-100 protein observed in cerebrospinal fluid after experimental …

    • Authors: G Grasso, M Passalacqua, A Sfacteria, A Conti, A Morabito, G Mazzullo
    • Journal: Journal of Neurosurgery
    • Volume: 96
    • Issue: 3
    • Page: 565-570
    • Year: 2002