Rodriguez-Violante
I am honored to be considered for the role of elected trustee of the World Federation of Neurology (WFN). As a movement disorder neurologist and head of the Clinical Laboratory of Neurodegenerative Diseases at the National Institute of Neurology and Neurosurgery in Mexico City, I have dedicated my career to improving the care of individuals with Parkinson’s disease and related disorders, particularly in Latin America, where access to specialized neurological care remains a challenge.
With a strong foundation in both clinical practice and academia, I have trained numerous neurologists through my role as a full professor in the Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders high-specialty course. My international experience, including movement disorder training at the Hospital Clinic de Barcelona and advanced degrees from the University of Murcia, has strengthened my ability to collaborate across cultures and disciplines, ensuring that diverse perspectives contribute to the advancement of our field.
Beyond my clinical and educational work, I have been actively involved in international neurological organizations. This includes serving on committees within the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society and mentoring in the MDS LEAP program. My research contributions, reflected in over 180 peer-reviewed publications and an h-index of 29, underscore my commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and fostering collaboration across regions.
As an elected trustee of the WFN, I would advocate for greater inclusion of neurologists from Latin America and other underrepresented regions, ensuring that their expertise and challenges are part of the global conversation. I am also committed to strengthening opportunities for women in neurology, supporting mentorship initiatives, and expanding access to neurological education worldwide.
I look forward to the opportunity to serve and collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds to advance neurological care, education, and equity on a global scale. •
