Japan's Neurosurgery Techniques Passed on to the World: Soseikai General Hospital Releases Documentary on Medical Activities in Brazil

Soseikai General Hospital (Fushimi-ku, Kyoto) has released a medical documentary video on YouTube following the international medical activities in Brazil by its neurosurgery team, 'KSN (Kyoto Soseikai Neurosurgery)'.

This documentary closely follows Kosumo Noda, Vice Director and Chief of Neurosurgery at Soseikai General Hospital, as he performs live surgeries, delivers lectures to local doctors, and conducts hands-on training at the University of Campinas in Brazil.

Furthermore, through a post-return dialogue with his disciple, Soichiro Yasuda, this approximately 30-minute medical documentary is structured around the theme of 'skill succession'.

"Passing the skills inherited from the master to the next generation."

This video vividly depicts how Japanese neurosurgeons are imparting their skills and engaging in medical exchange across borders on the other side of the globe in Brazil.

On-site, advanced bypass surgery combined with clipping for a giant thrombosed middle cerebral artery aneurysm was performed in a live format. Many local doctors participated in the surgery, showing high interest in Japan's neurosurgical techniques.

In addition, the video portrays the reality of 'succession' and 'international cooperation'—including education for young doctors, lectures at international symposia, and the background of Japan-Brazil medical exchange—making it more than just about 'overseas surgery'.

Video Overview

Title 'Neurosurgeon Kosumo Noda Goes to Brazil ─ Passing Skills Inherited from the Master to the Next Generation'

Main Cast Kosumo Noda Soichiro Yasuda Enrico Ghizoni Katsuhide Itagaki Kevin Maeno

Filming Locations Brazil (São Paulo / University of Campinas / Iguazu Falls)

About KSN

The Neurosurgery Department at Soseikai General Hospital, 'KSN (Kyoto Soseikai Neurosurgery)', is a specialized team providing advanced cerebrovascular treatments through both craniotomy and endovascular therapy.

Aiming to provide world-class medical care for stroke, cerebral aneurysms, and cerebrovascular disorders, the team is active in both regional healthcare and international medical exchange.

Video Viewing URL

Currently available on YouTube

Message to Media Representatives

This video was produced with a focus on the theme of 'how to pass on Japan's medical technology to the next generation,' rather than simply being a record of overseas medical activities.

It is a medical documentary that provides an in-depth look at the site of live surgeries, the master-disciple relationship, and international medical exchange.

We are always open to inquiries and interviews regarding our neurosurgeons, the background of the video production, and the KSN project.