Dear academicians, friends and respected colleagues. The World Academy of Neurological Surgeons mourn the passing of the legendary Professor M. Gazi Yaşargil to eternity. the first distinguished honorary & founding member of this academy and the father of modern Microneurosurgery. On behalf of WANS’ executive committee, WANS’ members, friends and respected colleagues, we express our deep sorrow and sadness and extend our sincere condolences to his wife Dianne, his family and to the grand family of global neurosurgery. His legacy of excellence, mentorship, compassion and innovation will endure for generation to come. Professor Yaşargil will remain in our hearts and minds and he will be always celebrated for his unmatched achievements and contributions to the realm of Neurosciences and support of humanity “The one man and only” RIP

Prof. Imad N. Kanaan
President of WANS