Dr. Mohana Rao Patibandla, a neurosurgeon based in India, has been selected to present his peer-reviewed research during the official scientific programme of the SBNS100 Anniversary Conference in London in 2026. The presentation marks a notable recognition for Indian neurosurgical research at one of the most prestigious global gatherings in the field.
The SBNS100 Conference commemorates the centenary of the Society of British Neurosurgeons, which was founded in 1926 and has since become one of the oldest and most respected neurosurgical bodies in the world. The anniversary event brings together leading neurosurgeons, researchers, and clinicians from across the globe to discuss advances in neurological surgery, share clinical experiences, and present original research findings.
Dr. Rao's work, which focuses on the cervico-vertebral junction (CVJ) — a critical and complex region where the skull meets the upper spine — has undergone rigorous peer review before being accepted for presentation. Research in this area addresses conditions such as basilar invagination, atlantoaxial instability, and other structural abnormalities that can compress the brainstem and spinal cord, often requiring highly specialized surgical intervention.
The inclusion of an Indian neurosurgeon in the official scientific programme underscores the growing contribution of Indian medical professionals to global neurosurgical knowledge. Indian hospitals and research institutions have increasingly been producing high-quality clinical studies in recent years, though representation at top-tier international conferences remains relatively limited.
The conference in London is expected to draw attendees from more than fifty countries, with sessions covering minimally invasive techniques, robotics in neurosurgery, trauma management, and degenerative spine conditions. Dr. Rao's presentation is part of the broader scientific agenda rather than a side event, indicating that his research has met the same academic standards as contributions from leading Western institutions.
