It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of L. Nelson “Nick” Hopkins, III, MD, a world-renowned leader in neurosurgery and the founder of the first-of-its-kind Gates Vascular Institute. Known as the father of endovascular neurosurgery, Dr. Hopkins pioneered the now widely accepted practice that uses catheters inserted into arteries to treat vascular disease that previously required major surgery. He has saved countless lives, inspired generations of medical professionals, and has truly shaped stroke and vascular care as we know it. Dr. Hopkins believed in multidisciplinary collaboration in order to work towards the best possible outcomes for his patients. At Gates Vascular Institute, Dr. Hopkins brought together physicists, chemists, engineers, neurosurgeons, cardiologists, vascular surgeons, and radiologists at the co-located Gates Vascular Institute and SUNY University at Buffalo's Clinical and Translational Research Center to study and treat diseases of the vascular system. He also founded the Jacobs Institute, convening entrepreneurs, physicians, scientists, and engineers to develop innovative technologies and approaches for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of vascular and neurological diseases. Beyond his technical expertise, Dr. Hopkins was selfless, generous and lifted those around him up so they could see their own greatness and potential. Our deepest condolences go out to his wife, children, grandchildren, family, friends and the many colleagues and patients he helped throughout his extraordinary life and career. Read more about Dr. Hopkins' legacy here: https://lnkd.in/gHfYDgWP
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