Message
from the President of ISMISS

It is with great honor to serve as President of the International Society for Minimal Intervention in Spinal Surgery (ISMISS), a distinguished organization recognized for its contributions to advancing minimally invasive spinal surgery through the establishment of standardized techniques and the steadfast promotion of rigorous, evidence-based research.

Since its inception, ISMISS has served as an indispensable multidisciplinary forum for the exchange of scientific insight, clinical expertise, and technological innovation. As of 2025 going forward, our strategic vision is to deepen interprofessional collaboration, elevate the dissemination of pioneering research, and broaden access to exemplary surgical education.

We are also honored to announce the forthcoming 40th ISMISS Jubilee Course in Zurich, Switzerland. This landmark event will serve not only as a distinguished platform for scholarly discourse and technical innovation but also as an occasion to reflect upon the society’s rich legacy and ongoing evolution. Such gatherings remain vital to advancing the highest standards of spinal care worldwide.

I extend a warm invitation to all members—clinicians, researchers, educators, and allied professionals—to engage wholeheartedly with ISMISS’s endeavors. Together, we shall continue to uphold and elevate the principles of innovation, scientific excellence, and patient-centered care in minimally invasive spine surgery.

Prof. Dr. med. Benedikt Burkhardt
President, ISMISS

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