13th Congress of the European Federation of Neurological Societies

13th Congress of the European Federation of Neurological Societies
Florence, Italy
September 12-15, 2009

www.efns.org/efns2009

The EFNS congress wants to contribute to give an impulse to the research of neurological problems.

EFNS Vision
Excellence in European Neurology

Missions:
- a strong organization of European Neurology
- Taking care of neurological patients in Europe
- High quality of neurological health care
- Multidisciplinary collaboration and partnership
- Excellence in clinical neurological research – the cornerstone of progression
- Clinical and basic neuroscience – two interacting themes
- High standards in neurological education
- A platform for teaching activities at European level
- Raising public awareness about neurological disorders in Europe
- Contributing to neurological health care worldwide

The EFNS was founded in 1991 in Vienna, Austria following a decision of each and every neurological society in Europe.

The EFNS has 43 member societies.

EFNS President Prof. Jacques De Reuck, Ghent Belgium
EFNS Secretary Genreal: Prof. Giorgio Cruccu, Roma, Italy

EFNS Chairman of the Congress: Prof. Gian Luigi Lenzi, Roma, Italy
Local Chairman: Prof. Antonio Federico, Siena, Italy

5500 participants from 90 countries worldwide
1700 presentations
82 sessions
12 company sponsored satellite symposia

Late breaking news session: latest investigations on Tuesday, 15 September

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