Neurosurgery at Fujita Health University, Japan

Neurosurgery at the Fujita Health University began in 1972 with Dr. Tetsuo Kanno. In 1973, he was joined by Dr. Kazuhiro Katada and in the year 1976, an independent neurosurgery department was established with Dr. Kanno as th e Chief of Neurosurgery. Under his guidance the department continued to gro w and by 1978, a neurosurgical residency program recognised by the Japanese Board of Neurosurgery was established. Integration of laboratory research and clinical experience is the hallmark of this program. The current philos ophy is directed towards subspecialization and academic training. This arti cle provides a brief overview of the rapid development of a Neurosurgical C entre to reach international acclaim under the guidance of Prof. Tetsuo Kan no.