Awake Neurosurgery: The Naked Brain

Oct 04, 2018
  • 12:30 - 2:00 PM
  • Location:
    Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health
    Rudy North Lecture Theatre, 2215 Wesbrook Mall
    Vancouver, BC

The use of electrical stimulation during the removal of brain tumors on conscious patients allows medical professionals to monitor essential functions such as language and vision remain intact.

François Bonnetblanc will discuss the work he’s done mapping the brain by studying the effects of electrical stimulation on its different areas, how it works and how this research can be used to create new therapy strategies.

This is a free event, no registration required.