{"id":"9f7ec680-e376-4081-a0c8-d9f92e2602ca","slug":"following-the-footprints-of-pioneers-on-neurosurgery-in-iraq-abdul-hadi-al-khalili","title":"Following the footprints of pioneers on neurosurgery in Iraq: Abdul Hadi Al-Khalili","authors":["Zahraa F. Al-Sharshahi","Hayder Alhemiary","Hayder A. Albaqer","Yasir M. Hamandi","Osama M. Al-Awadi","Samer S. Hoz"],"abstract":"Background: Prof. Abdul Hadi Al-Khalili has made significant contributions to neurosurgery in Iraq, linking the field with various other specialties and disciplines. His innovative approach includes the development of the 'Baghdadi Cerebral Hydatid Cyst Evacuation Instrument,' which revolutionized the surgical treatment of cerebral hydatidosis. Summary: Al-Khalili established Iraq's first advanced Orbital Surgery Center in 2002, which has become a primary referral center for orbital tumors and recognized by the World Health Organization. He also introduced international standards in neurosurgical care, including computerized patient data systems and patient-centered care practices, during a time of significant conflict in Iraq. Conclusion: The work of Prof. Al-Khalili exemplifies how visionary leadership can reshape healthcare in challenging environments. His efforts serve as a model for revitalizing neurosurgery in less advantaged regions and highlight the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration. Keywords: neurosurgery, Iraq, Abdul Hadi Al-Khalili, orbital surgery, medical innovation, healthcare standards, interdisciplinary collaboration","thumbnailUrl":"https://sni-digital-videos.s3.amazonaws.com/articles/9f7ec680-e376-4081-a0c8-d9f92e2602ca/featured/hero-1781562648304.png","publishDate":"2021-03-17T00:00:00.000Z","doi":"10.25259/SNI_162_2021","categories":["History of Medicine","Letter to the Editor"],"fullTextUrl":"https://surgicalneurologyint.com/api/articles/9f7ec680-e376-4081-a0c8-d9f92e2602ca/pdf"}