# Introduction Head transplant surgery has been met with skepticism in the past, but as technology advances, this procedure may become a reality. Sergio Canavero, Italian neurosurgeon, has always argued that head transplantation could be an option for elderly patients or those suffering from neurodegenerative diseases. However, his idea has been subject to many criticisms and doubts. ## The history of head transplantation The history of head transplantation begins in the 1970s, when the first attempt at transplanting a human brain was made. However, this attempt failed due to the limited understanding of brain functions. ## Current technology Today, technology has advanced to the point where researchers can work with large language models (LLM) to develop new strategies for head transplantation. In addition, our understanding of brain functions has improved significantly thanks to high-resolution imaging and data from monitoring devices. ## Canavero's perspective Sergio Canavero is convinced that head transplantation could be an option for elderly patients or those suffering from neurodegenerative diseases. However, he also knows that there are many obstacles to overcome before this idea becomes a reality. ## The financial challenge Head transplantation is a complex and expensive procedure. This means that funding research to finance such a project will be a significant challenge. ## The hope for the future However, Canavero is convinced that head transplantation could be an option for elderly patients or those suffering from neurodegenerative diseases. He also knows that there are many researchers and doctors who share his hope for the future. ## Conclusion Head transplantation is an idea that has been met with skepticism in the past, but as technology advances, it may become a reality. It's essential to continue working on understanding brain functions and developing new strategies for head transplantation. ## References * Canavero S., (2022). Head transplantation: a new frontier in medicine. Journal of Neurosurgery, 1-5.