Our Story

The Brain Aneurysm Foundation was established in 1994 by a renowned Boston neurosurgeon and neurosurgical nurse practitioner who, through their practice, identified numerous treatment gaps and access to resources amongst both their patients and the broader medical community. Over the ensuing 30 years, the nonprofit Brain Aneurysm Foundation has grown to become the globally recognized leader in brain aneurysm awareness, education, support, advocacy, and research funding.

Guided by a Medical Advisory Board of internationally recognized brain aneurysm specialists affiliated with the world’s leading medical centers and with grassroots support from legions of survivors and families across North America, the Brain Aneurysm Foundation has an audacious but achievable goal —

A world without death or disability from brain aneurysms.

To Reach This Goal, We:

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    Promote the critical need for training, technology, and education for early detection of brain aneurysms – with a focus on providing information and raising awareness of the symptoms and risk factors.

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    Collaborate with medical communities worldwide to provide vital support networks for patients and families.

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    Advance research into new medical interventions aimed at saving lives and improving patients’ treatments and outcomes.

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    Advocate at the national level for increased federal spending on brain aneurysm research and the interests of patients and families.