Document download: World Neurology - May-June 2026

Published by Ascend Integrated Media LLC, Kansas, USA

From the editors

Steven L. Lewis, MD, Editor, and Walter Struhal, MD, Co-Editor

The World Federation of Neurology (WFN) is a federation of 126 neurological societies advocating for neurologists and neurological care globally. Our long-stated mission is "to foster quality neurology and brain health worldwide," a goal we seek to achieve by promoting global neurological education and training, with the emphasis placed firmly on underresourced parts of the world.

On behalf of the WFN, I would like to welcome all neurologists and individuals interested in neurology and brain health to the June 2026 issue of World Neurology, the official WFN newsletter.

Also don't forget to register for the World Federation of Neurology Digital Update Course, happening Oct. 28-29, 2026. This year, 13 world-class speakers will provide state-of-the-art updates on major fields of neurology. We look forward to seeing you at these events! ■

Highlights

Brain Health

• Brain Health Without Borders ⧉
  By Claudio L.A. Bassetti, Steven Lewis, Ester Piovesana, Facundo Manes, and Riadh Gouider

  WFN strengthens global partnerships and builds on its brain health advocacy at the second meeting of the International Alliance on Brain Health.

President's Column

• Springing Into Action Around the World ⧉
  By Steven L. Lewis, MD

  The WFN presents at the World Health Assembly, introduces new co-opted trustees, and welcomes World Brain Day 2026.

Research

• Assessing Trainees' Satisfaction With Clinical Research Teaching in Neuroepidemiology ⧉
  By Martin Kouame Tchankoni, Camille Voisin-Merveille, Carlos Ketzoian, et al.

  Study designed to evaluate neuroepidemiology courses reveals general satisfaction in content, high willingness to recommend courses.

History

• The Framing of Diseases Throughout History ⧉
  By Peter J. Koehler

  The way we view certain syndromes has changed depending on the medical knowledge, moral values, and social norms of the era surrounding them.

World Brain Day

• World brain Day 2026

Junior Traveling Fellowship

• WFN Junior Traveling Fellowship Report From the 2026 European Stroke Organization Conference ⧉
  By Dr. Madalitso Nthere

  Conference highlights included an abstract presentation and the latest information on clinical trials and new treatment approaches.

• WFN Junior Traveling Fellowship Report From the American Academy of Neurology Annual Meeting ⧉
  By Dr. Olivier Uwishema

  Research presentations, mentorship, and global engagement shape the experience of a young neurologist from Rwanda.

Candidate Statements

• Candidate Statement: Marianne de Visser ⧉

• Candidate Statement: Mohammad Wasay ⧉

• Candidate Statement: Tissa Wijeratne ⧉

• Candidate Statement: Valery L. Feigin ⧉

• Candidate Statement: Janis M. Miyasaki ⧉

• Candidate Statement: Walter Struhal ⧉