International Speakers
Prof. Herman Kingma
(Netherlands)
- Nobel Laureate in Physics - 2011
- Specialist in Vestibular Disorders
- Professor (Full) at Aalborg University Hospital ENT department.
- Emeritus Professor, Maastricht University Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences
- Ex-Professor at Tomsk State University
- He is renowned for his exemplary work on vestibular disorders and research
Professor Kingma's Expertise
Professor Kingma employs a transdisciplinary approach to address the complexities of vestibular disorders, integrating expertise from multiple fields. His research focuses on improving both diagnosis and treatment.
Surgical Innovations
Professor Kingma has contributed to the development of surgical treatments for conditions such as Meniere's disease, dehiscence syndromes, perilymph fistulas, and benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV).
Advancing Diagnostics
His work has refined diagnostic methods for vertigo and dizziness, enabling more accurate assessments, especially by primary care physicians.
Personalized Medicine
Pioneering the use of computational fluid dynamics (CFD) modelling based on MRI reconstructions, Professor Kingma explores personalised treatments, advancing the potential for tailored interventions in vestibular care.
Prof. Christophe Vincent
(France)
Head of the Department of Otology and Otoneurology, Lille, France
Profile/Professional Summary
Dr. Christophe Vincent is a leading expert in Otology and Neurotology, specialising in cochlear implants, middle ear surgery, and hearing rehabilitation for complex cases, particularly in patients with Neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2). His work spans both adult and pediatric tumor surgeries and advanced auditory restoration techniques.
Areas of Expertise:
- PhD in Neurosciences | University of Lille & Institute Pasteur, Paris Specialisation: Genetics of Deafness
- Dr. Christophe Vincent is a renowned expert in otology and neurotology, specialising in middle ear surgery, cochlear implants, and the treatment of vestibular disorders.
- He leads the Department of Otology and Otoneurology in Lille.
- He has extensive experience in managing complex conditions like neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2) and cerebellopontine angle tumours.
- Focuses on advanced hearing rehabilitation techniques, including cochlear and auditory brainstem implants.
- He has published work on cochlear implants, NF2, and vestibular disorder treatments. Active in clinical research to improve patient outcomes in otology and neurotology.
Prof. Kazimierz Niemczyk
(Poland)
PH MD, Head of Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Medical University of Warsaw, Poland.
Profile/Professional Summary
Prof. Kazimierz Niemczyk is a leading expert in otorhinolaryngology and skull base surgery, with a special focus on cochlear and brainstem implants. As the head of the Department of Otorhinolaryngology at the Medical University of Warsaw, he is recognised as one of Poland’s foremost authorities in skull base tumour treatment. He has led numerous scientific projects and holds patents in Poland, further contributing to the advancement of his field.
Areas of Expertise:
- Cochlear & Brainstem Implant Management (since 2001)
- Skull Base Tumour Surgery (Poland’s top specialist)
- Otologic & Skull Base Surgery
- Scientific Research Leadership (Lead investigator for 11 funded projects)
- Patents (2 patents in Poland)
- Editorial Leadership (Editor-in-Chief, Clinical Otorhinolaryngology, Warsaw, 2015)
Leadership & Prestigious Roles
- President, Polish Society of Otolaryngologists, Head and Neck Surgeons (2010-2012)
- President, Polish Skull Base Society (2009-2012)
- President, European Skull Base Society (2018-2020)
- Deputy Dean, Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Warsaw (2008-2016)
- Editor-in-Chief, Polish Otorhinolaryngology Review (since 2011)
- Vice President, Council of Medical University of Warsaw (since 2024)
Prof. Romain Kania
(France)
MD, PhD Professor, Otorhinolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery Lariboisiere University Hospital, Paris University of Paris-Cite
Profile/Professional Summary
Prof. Romain Kania is a distinguished specialist in otorhinolaryngology and head & neck surgery, with particular expertise in skull base surgery, otology, and thyroid surgery. Prof. Kania holds key academic and administrative roles, including President of Greater Paris University Hospitals and Chairman of the Commission for Activity, Resources, Works & Equipment at APHP. He is also an active participant in international collaborations and frequently presents at global conferences.
AREAS of EXPERTISE:
- Head and Neck Surgery
- Otology & Neurology
- Skull Base Surgery & Deep Tumours of the Head and Neck
- Thyroid Surgery
- Clinical and Fundamental Research
- Over 130 publications in clinical and fundamental research in otolaryngology and head and neck surgery.
- TDoctor of Neuroscience, with extensive research in surgical approaches and techniques.
Leadership & Prestigious Roles
- President, Greater Paris University Hospitals (APHP), Northern Hospital Group
- Chairman, Commission for Activity, Resources, Works & Equipment, APHP
- Member, CORLAS, American Neurotological Society, and IWGEES
