Sofia Ionescu: Pioneering the Birth of Neurosurgery in Romania and Becoming the First Female Neurosurgeon in the World

Sofia Ionescu: Pioneering the Birth of Neurosurgery in Romania and Becoming the First Female Neurosurgeon in the World

Sofia Ionescu (1920–2008) was the first female neurosurgeon in the world, pioneering her field with skill, dedication, and humility. Born in Romania, she began her career amid the tumult of World War II, performing her first neurosurgical procedure in 1944. Despite initial skepticism, her talent and...

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Published in:World neurosurgery Vol. 190; pp. 14 - 19
Main Authors: Caterina, Aldea Cristina, Filipescu, Romana, Ioan Stefan, Florian, Iszlai, Linda, Scalia, Gianluca, Graziano, Francesca, Chaurasia, Bipin
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: United States Elsevier Inc 01-10-2024
Subjects:
Female
Legacy
Neurosurgeon
Neurosurgery
Sofia Ionescu
Women
Women
Neurosurgeon
Legacy
Sofia Ionescu
Female
Neurosurgery
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Summary:Sofia Ionescu (1920–2008) was the first female neurosurgeon in the world, pioneering her field with skill, dedication, and humility. Born in Romania, she began her career amid the tumult of World War II, performing her first neurosurgical procedure in 1944. Despite initial skepticism, her talent and commitment earned her recognition, culminating in her acknowledgment as the first female neurosurgeon by the World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies in 2005. Throughout her illustrious career, she mentored colleagues, contributed to scientific literature, and innovated surgical techniques, all while maintaining a compassionate and composed demeanor. Her legacy serves as a beacon of inspiration for neurosurgeons worldwide, reminding them of the importance of diligence, empathy, and unwavering dedication to patient care. Even in retirement, her influence endures, as she continues to be revered for her remarkable contributions to the field of neurosurgery. We searched Google, PubMed, and others about Sofia Ionescu and compiled the data about her. We got very important information about her and compiled together for this article. Sofia Ionescu is regarded as the first female neurosurgeon of the world and she paved the way and encouraged many young female neurosurgeons in the field.
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ISSN:1878-8750
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1878-8769
DOI:10.1016/j.wneu.2024.06.132