Minimally Invasive Neurosurgery Training Academy

Advancing minimally invasive neurosurgery, worldwide.

A Hong Kong–based non-profit association, training neurosurgeons and advancing neuroscience in the most precise techniques — for patients in Hong Kong and beyond.

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Who we are

Vision & mission

Our vision

Better neurosurgery through less invasive surgery.

Our mission

MINTA advances minimally invasive neurosurgery through hands-on training, research, and open knowledge — for patients in Hong Kong and beyond.

What we do

Training that travels

Skills learned here are carried back to operating theatres across the region and beyond.

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Hands-on workshops

Cadaveric and practical training in endoscopic and minimally invasive techniques.

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Courses & conferences

Flagship courses bringing the world's leading surgeons to Hong Kong.

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Global partnerships

Collaborations with societies across Asia and beyond, including MOUs with ACNS and NSCD Japan.

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Research

Studies and publications in minimally invasive neurosurgery, openly shared.

Track record

What we've done

Highlight of the year
4th World Congress of Young Neurosurgeons 2026 — Hong Kong, 30 October to 1 November

Organised by MINTA · wcyns2026.com →

People

Founding team

Clinicians, educators and advocates for better neurosurgical care.

CM

Dr Calvin Mak

Founding President

JC

Ms Jessica Cheng

Founding member

BN

Dr Ben Ng

Founding member

SL

Mr Samuel Leung

Founding member

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Support training without borders

MINTA is a non-profit organisation for the public benefit, supported by philanthropic donors. Your support helps bring hands-on training to neurosurgeons — and better care to their patients.

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