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Neurosurgeon
Duke University Medical Center
Dr. Hasan is a scientist neurosurgeon with extensive expertise in managing cerebrovascular diseases and skull base tumors. He is fellowship-trained in open cerebrovascular, endovascular, and skull base neurosurgery, with experience treating over 3,000 brain aneurysms using innovative techniques, including awake surgery.
An international authority in cerebrovascular research, Dr. Hasan has authored over 300 peer-reviewed publications indexed on PubMed, received multiple NIH grants, and serves on the editorial boards of several high-impact medical and surgical journals.
Since October 7, he has devoted himself to delivering humanitarian aid to Gaza and fostering hope between Palestinians and Israelis. Dr. Hasan was among the first surgeons to enter Gaza after the onset of the conflict, completing two medical missions since then. His efforts have facilitated the delivery of tens of millions of dollars’ worth of medications, food, surgical equipment, dialysis units, neonatal incubators, salaries for Gaza’s neurosurgeons, and other essential resources.
Dr. Hasan also established the only coalition of international NGOs—including Palestinian, Israeli, American, and European organizations—dedicated to addressing Gaza’s humanitarian needs. He currently leads a multi-governmental initiative to build the Gaza Children’s Village, which will provide shelter, education, and healthcare for 20,000 orphans, unaccompanied minors, and children with complex medical needs. The village will feature housing, a school with a peace-oriented curriculum, the first dedicated children’s field hospital, a rehabilitation center, and recreational spaces.
Additionally, Dr. Hasan co-founded Lumflies, a platform designed to foster collaboration and hope between Palestinians and Israelis, working toward a brighter future.
Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose
Friday, April 25, 2025
5:15 PM – 5:17 PM EDT