Neurosurgery: A Culture of Excellence Congress of Neurological Surgeons Presidential Address, 2009

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Thank you, Doug Kondziolka, and thank you all. First, I want to welcome all of you, members and guests, here to New Orleans for the 59th Annual Meeting of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS). It has truly been an honor and privilege serving on the Executive Committee of the CNS for the past 11 years and now as your President. Since 1951, the Congress' mission has been ' 'to enhance health and improve lives worldwide through the advancement of education and scientific exchange. " Ibelieve that this exchange is as important as ever, and it is quite evident here today that we need to look beyond the walls of our own institutions, cities, states, and even the borders of our respective countries because there is so much out therefor us to learn, especially from each other. This has been the ' 'CNS Way'' as well, and I have learned how much can be achieved through dedication and volunteerism both here and abroad, if we so desire.