# Annual Western Neurosurgical Society Meeting (WNS)

- Dates: 24 September 2026 to 27 September 2026
- Location: The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort, Lihue, United States
- Organiser: Western Neurosurgical Society
- Industry: MedTech

## About

The 72nd Annual Western Neurosurgical Society Meeting is a professional conference focused on neurosurgery. It includes scientific sessions, lectures, and presentations on neurosurgical research and education. The event is intended for neurosurgeons and related medical professionals.

## Official links

- [Official website](https://westnsurg.org/meetings/2026-meeting/)
- [Registration](https://westnsurg.org/registration-and-abstract-forms/)
- [Agenda](https://westnsurg.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Schedule_of_Events_for_the_Program_9.4.23.png)
- [Call for speakers](https://westnsurg.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/2026-WNS-Annual-Meeting-registration-form_Final.docx) (deadline unverified, check the call)

## Topics

- Medical & Pharma
- Neurosurgery

## Speakers

- Jay Morgan, MD
- Alex Khalessi, MD
- Adair Prall, MD
- Rick Chua, MD
- Charlie Nussbaum, MD
- Katie O. Orrico, Esq
- Abhineet Chowdhary, MD
- Namath Hussain, MD
- Jared Ament, MD, MPH
- Bruce McCormack, MD
- Ray Chu, MD
- William Loudon, MD, PhD
- James Ausman, MD, PhD
- Barbara Lazio, MD
- Anthony DiGiorgio, DO, MHA
- Thomas Scully, MD
- Patrick Webster
- Jason Hauptman, MD, PhD
- Randy Smith
- Marvin Bergsneider, MD

## Where to stay

- **Kauai Palms**: 1.3 km from the venue

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