named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Advocacy Committee
Oversees policy positions, payor reimbursement initiatives, and resources for appeals on denied services.
Biennial Scientific Meeting
Primary scientific conference organized every two years featuring presentations, research, and collaboration in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery.
Education Committee Programming
Develops educational content and mentorship opportunities for medical students, residents, fellows, and practicing neurosurgeons.
Research Grant Awards
Program that solicits, reviews, and awards research grants to advance innovation and investigations in the field.
Scientific Journal: Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery
Official publication for dissemination of basic and clinical research in the field.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Scientific Conference & Symposium Management 2 activities
- Organize biennial scientific meetings for neurosurgeonsPlans and executes biennial scientific meetings focused on advancing technology and collaboration in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery, with 14 in-person and one virtual meeting convened between 1980 and 2024. The meetings transitioned from quadrennial to biennial in 2003 due to growing interest.
- Support professional collaboration and innovation in neurosurgeryFacilitates collaboration among neurosurgeons through structured tracks at larger meetings (e.g., CNS 2026), coordination with AANS and CNS on scientific programming, and partnerships with industry and government agencies to advance technology and innovation.
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Medical Research & Education Dissemination 1 activity
- Disseminate clinical and research information to improve neurosurgical practiceProvides access to clinical information, advancements in neurosurgical procedures, and educational resources on neurological disorders to enhance professional practice and patient outcomes. Includes subscription to the SFN Journal and distribution of newsletters.
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Professional Job Board & Career Placement Services 1 activity
- Facilitate professional networking and job placementOperates a job submission form to connect healthcare institutions with qualified professionals in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery.
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Genetic and Neurological Disease Research Funding 1 activity
- Fund research through grant awardsAdministers a research grant program by soliciting applications and selecting awardees to advance knowledge and innovation in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery.
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Medical Professional Education & Training 1 activity
- Provide educational resources and career development for traineesOffers educational programming, career mentorship, and training resources for medical students, residents, and advanced trainees, including a dedicated Resident Epilepsy Surgery Course and support for those exploring neurosurgery as a career.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Advocate for ethical standards and improved reimbursement policiesReviews conflicts of interest and ethical conduct per AANS and CNS guidelines, develops position statements to improve payor reimbursement, and compiles resources to support appeals for denied services.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$456K
Contributions & grants$35K8%
Program service revenue$300K66%
Investment income$122K27%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$166K
Program expenses87%
Admin / overhead13%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$50K
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$2.63M
Cash$206K
Investments$2.43M
Liabilities$0
Net assets$2.63M
Liquid reserves190.7 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +216.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 12
- ANDRE MACHADO — PAST PRESIDENT
- ASHWIN VISMANATHAN — DIRECTOR
- CHENYUAN WU — DIRECTOR
- CLEMENT HAMANI — SEC- TREASURER
- ELLEN AIR — VICE-PRESIDENT
- JENNIFER SWEET — DIRECTOR
- JON WILLIE — DIRECTOR
- JULIE PILITSIS — PRESIDENT
- RUSHANI ALI — DIRECTOR
- SARA BICK — DIRECTOR
- SHABBAR DANISH — DIRECTOR
- WAEL ASAAD — DIRECTOR
relationships · 12
Who they work with
- AANS/CNS Washington Committee Government — One member of the ASSFN Advocacy Committee is appointed to serve on the AANS/CNS Washington Committee for a two-year term.
- ASSFN Network — Member organization of itself, indicating a professional society structure.
- AmEpilepsySoc Partner — Collaborates on the Resident Epilepsy Surgery Course at AES 2026.
- American Association of Neurological Surgeons Network — ASSFN membership is linked to AANS membership; members gain access to joint sections and resources through AANS.
- American Association of Neurological Surgeons Partner — The ASSFN is an affiliate section of the AANS and fulfills the functions of the AANS/CNS Joint Section for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery.
- CNS_Update Partner — Cosponsors the Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery Track at CNS 2026.
- Congress of Neurological Surgeons Network — Joint Section for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery is co-sponsored by CNS and AANS, requiring CNS membership for full participation.
- Congress of Neurological Surgeons Partner — The ASSFN is an affiliate section of the CNS and fulfills the functions of the AANS/CNS Joint Section for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery.
- European Society for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery Network — Founded alongside ASSFN and ESSFN in 1973 as part of the global division of the field.
- Industry partners Partner — Collaborates with industry partners on educational initiatives, research funding, and event sponsorship.
- Joint Section for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery Government — Provides affiliation that connects ASSFN members with a global network of experts and researchers.
- World Society for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery Network — Founded concurrently with the WSSFN in 1973 and participates in the global network of societies.
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Collaborative Innovation in Neurosurgerymethodology: collaborative-innovationBy fostering collaboration among neurosurgeons, researchers, industry, and government agencies, the organization advances innovation in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery because multidisciplinary partnerships accelerate the development and adoption of new techniques and technologies.
- Education-Driven Clinical Advancementmethodology: training-and-educationBy providing training and educational resources on the latest stereotactic techniques and technologies, the organization improves clinical expertise and patient outcomes because up-to-date, standardized knowledge transfer enhances surgical precision and safety.
- Patient-Centered Advocacy and Accessmethodology: patient_education_and_advocacyBy advancing patient education, advocacy, and access to quality care, the organization improves health outcomes because informed patients and systemic support structures increase timely, equitable utilization of advanced neurosurgical treatments.
- Technology-Centered Scientific Exchangemethodology: technology-driven innovationBy focusing scientific inquiry and professional exchange on technological advancements in surgical techniques and imaging, the organization drives progress in functional neurosurgery because innovation in tools and methods directly enables new clinical capabilities.