6th SFCNS Congress: Where Clinical Neurosciences Unite
What began in 2006 as a visionary idea over coffee at the “Bahnhof-Buffet” in Zurich has grown into a unique success story in the Swiss medical landscape. With the founding of the Swiss Federation of Clinical Neuro-Societies (SFCNS) in 2009, a platform was created that has since become indispensable for the advancement of clinical neurosciences in Switzerland.
Every three years, this vision comes to life in a particularly impressive way: at the SFCNS Congress. More than just a scientific meeting, the SFCNS Congress is a one-of-a-kind forum where specialists from across the diverse fields of clinical neuroscience come together to share knowledge, exchange ideas, and shape the future of brain health. From neurology to neurosurgery, neuroradiology to neuropediatrics, neurophysiology to neuropathology, and beyond – the Congress brings together everyone dedicated to improving clinical neurosciences.
Since its first edition in 2010, the SFCNS Congress has grown into the leading platform for interdisciplinary exchange in clinical neurosciences in Switzerland. Over time, the Congress has not only reflected the rapid progress of the field but has also become a driving force for innovation, collaboration, and the nationwide promotion of brain health.
The upcoming 6th SFCNS Congress, taking place from October 29-31, 2025, in Lausanne, will once again demonstrate the power of interdisciplinary exchange. Under the motto "United for Brain Health", the scientific program is being carefully designed by representatives from all 16 member societies to offer a rich and varied experience.
Prof. Susanne Wegener, MD
Neurologist, program director, 6th SFCNS Congress
United for Brain Health: Why is this topic so important?
“Brain health affects young and old, people of all backgrounds, and our entire society. Around 50% of the Swiss population suffer from neurological and psychiatric illnesses."
Is there a particular keynote or session that you are personally looking forward to? What makes it so exciting?
One of the highlights of our congress program is the keynote lecture (29.10.) by Prof. Jocelyne Bloch and Prof. Gregoire Courtine, because they are developing and implementing cutting-edge technologies for the treatment of people with spinal cord injuries.
We are also very much looking forward to the presentation by Prof. Costantino Iadecola from Weill Cornell Medical College, New York (30.10.), a clinical neurologist and a pioneering researcher regarding mechanisms of brain injury and regeneration. He will speak during the Swiss Brain Health Plan Session – bringing together clinicians, researchers and political stakeholders to an interactive debate of the topic.
The high-quality program with experts from different disciplines is reason enough to travel to Lausanne at the end of October. If someone is still hesitant, what would you say?
Besides the scientific highlights, there are many opportunities for personal encounters. Whether at 'YouClin', 'WIN', the network meetings or at the Brain Health Run – the interdisciplinary exchange is tangible everywhere here, it's fun and it motivates you to push ahead with projects or initiate new ones.
I am looking forward to an exciting and colorful conference with many inspiring encounters.
