William Cone

William Cone

doctor Canada

William Cone (1904-1976) was a prominent Canadian neurosurgeon who played a crucial role in the establishment of the Montreal Neurological Institute alongside his mentor, Wilder Penfield. Known for his exceptional surgical skills and compassionate patient care, Cone trained numerous neurosurgeons from around the world, fostering diversity in the field. Despite his struggles with mental health, Cone's dedication to his patients and his contributions to neurological surgery made him a revered figure in Canadian medicine.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
2 wks
Reach
99,868
Power
4,467$
Sentiment
7.67
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Canada 3 7.67 0.22% +20% 38,005,238 99,868 $1,700,000 4,467$
Totals 3 38,005,238 99,868 $1,700,000 4,467$
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Recent Mentions

Canada Canada: William Cone was a groundbreaking neurosurgeon who was overshadowed by his partner Wilder Penfield despite his significant contributions. 6

The Globe and Mail: New book humanizes Canada’s most famous neurosurgeons, Wilder Penfield and William Cone

Canada Canada: William Cone was a neurosurgeon whose collaboration with Wilder Penfield turned the Montreal Neurological Institute into a global epicentre for brain research. 8

The Globe and Mail: Beyond ‘burnt toast’: Eric Andrew-Gee probes the story of Penfield and Cone in The Mind Mappers

Canada Canada: William Cone was a prominent neurosurgeon who co-founded the Montreal Neurological Institute and became a Canadian war hero. 9

The Globe and Mail: The men who left their mark on every corner of the brain