TEHRAN, Feb. 16 (MNA) � World renowned neurosurgeon Prof. Madjid Samii received �Medal of Merit� from Serbian President Tomislav Nikoli? on Monday.During a ceremony held on February 15, Serbia�s National Day, President Tomislav Nikoli? honored 66 personalities and institutions with medals of merit.

Distinguished German-Iranian�neurosurgeon Prof. Madjid Samii received Golden Order of Merit from President Nikoli? who lauded Samii for his scientific achievements�and long-term cooperation with Serbia.

For over 25 years. Prof. Samii has held cooperation with hospitals and medical centers in Serbia which are related to surgical and neurosurgical operations. Also, Serbian neurosurgeons receive training in a hospital in Germany where Dr. Samii is a member.

Professor Madjid Samii was the founding president and founding member of several national and international foundations and societies.�He has received several prestigious national and international awards, honors and medals, including Golden Neuron Award and Leibniz Ring Prize in 2014 as well as the Friendship Award�of the People's Republic of China.

He was also guest of honor in many neurosurgical meetings and had given more than 1000 lectures as special and invited lecturer in international congresses.

By Mehr News Agency