WELCOME TO NANOS SPOTLIGHT - SOCIETY NEWSLETTER
NANOS Spotlight is a Society Newsletter that keeps NANOS members informed of what's going on in the Society, highlights member achievements, celebrates member successes and Society accomplishments, features NANOS volunteers and member resources, and much more. Enjoy our November 2023 issue and click here to check out our past issues.
RENEW YOUR 2024 NANOS MEMBERSHIP ONLINE:
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REGISTER: 2024 ANNUAL MEETING
Hurry up to register for the NANOS 2024 Annual Meeting at an early bird rate by November 30, 2023. Click here to learn more and register today.
NEW! UPDATES FROM THE AAO 2023:
Congratulations to Dr. Steven Galetta for delivering an outstanding and well attended Hoyt Lecture, where he showcased his expertise and left a lasting impact on the field of neuro-ophthalmology. Your remarkable contribution is truly commendable. Well done!
HIGHLIGHTS! NEURO-OPHTHALMOLOGY SUBSPECIALTY DAY AT AAO
The Neuro-Ophthalmology Subspecialty Subday was a resounding success! A big thank you to the chairs and program committee for making it happen.
Co-chair Peter A. Quiros, MD, NANOS President-Elect, shares highlights from Neuro-Ophthalmology Subspecialty Day, which was designed to demystify neuro-ophthalmic conditions for non–neuro-ophthalmologists. Topics included patient medications, optic disc edema, neuro-ophthalmic disease mimickers, and diplopia. View Interview here.
REGISTER! AAO 2023 ON-DEMAND
Over 300 sessions await when you register for both AAO 2023 and Subspecialty Day meetings. The content is accessible on the AAO 2023 Virtual platform through March 1, 2024, and you can claim CME credit (professional attendees only) through March 29, 2024.
NEW! BOARD MEETING AT AAO
NANOS expresses gratitude for the exceptional leadership of its Board of Directors, the driving force propelling neuro-ophthalmology forward. The success of yet another productive Board meeting at AAO 2023 is a testament to their dedication and hard work. Thank you!
Thank you to everyone who made a generous donations to NANOS this year!
Consider making a donation to NANOS today. Your contribution will help NANOS fulfill our mission, attract young neuro-ophthalmologists to our sub-specialty, foster research in Neuro-Ophthalmology, and continue high quality educational programs and successful Annual Meetings.
NANOS is a 501-C3 not-for-profit organization and contributions are deductible to the extent allowed by law.
NEW! NANOS COMMITTEE HIGHLIGHTS
Did you know that NANOS has 40+ committees and taskforces?
NANOS treasures its dedicated volunteers—the driving force behind our organization. Their passion propels our mission, and their tireless efforts behind the scenes are integral to all we achieve. We proudly appreciate their commitment. Explore some of their impactful efforts below.
This November: Learn about the Fellowship and Informatics & Telemedicine committees.
Please click here to view all 2023 NANOS Committee Highlights.
APPLY! NANOS PILOT RESEARCH GRANT
Join NANOS in fueling investigator-initiated research in neuro-ophthalmology with the NANOS Pilot Research Grant Program. The NANOS Pilot Research Grant Program provides a one-year, non-renewable source of funding to help principal investigators generate preliminary data that will lead to additional funding from other national agencies or foundations. Learn more here.
Submission deadline: January 5, 2024
APPLY! THOMAS AND SUSAN CARLOW YOUNG INVESTIGATOR AWARD
This North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society (NANOS) sponsored award of $1,000 and meeting registration reimbursement will be given to a candidate or active NANOS member and is designed to encourage basic or clinical research in Neuro-Ophthalmology. Learn more here.
Submission deadline: January 5th, 2024.
APPLY! DR. IVY DREIZIN LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT GRANT
NANOS recognizes the need to stimulate leadership development in diverse members of its community. The Dr. Ivy Dreizin Leadership Development Grant provides a one-time, non-renewable source of funding to support leadership development for a NANOS member. Learn more here.
Submission deadline: January 5th, 2024.
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ACTION: UPDATE YOUR LISTING IN FIND-A-NEURO-OPHTHALMOLOGY DIRECTORY
Are you a practicing Neuro-Ophthalmologist? If yes, please make sure to check your listing in the Find-A-Neuro-Ophthalmology Directory. If you don't see your listing, please click here to learn how to update your directory settings.
NEW KNOWLEDGE READS
A prospective study found that 15% (3/20) of young patients with transient vision loss had abnormal findings on further investigations. These patients should be referred for neuroimaging and cardiac workup so that treatments can be initiated to prevent complications. - Read Article
NANOS member Alfredo Sadun and his research team demonstrate new understanding of the pathogenesis of some cases of LHON in patients with ND1 gene mutations. - Read Article
NEW! EXPLORE THE LATEST JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Neuro-Ophthalmologist | Ohio ENT & Allergy Physicians
Neuro-Ophthalmologist | West Virginia University
Comprehensive Ophthalmology - Hybrid Schedule| Prisma Health, Greenville, South Carolina
Duke Neuro-Ophthalmology Faculty Position | Duke Health, Durham, North Carolina
VIEW ALL
REMINDER! NANOS CAREER CENTER
MEMBER BENEFITS IN ACTION: Post Today - Free Job Postings on the NANOS Career Center
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HAVE A QUESTION? CONTACT THE NANOS EXECUTIVE OFFICE TEAM
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Membership Inquiries:
Ruva Schuster
NANOS Membership Specialist
info@nanosweb.org
952-646-2037
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Annual Meeting and Marketing Inquiries:
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NANOS Meetings and Marketing Manager
meetings@nanosweb.org
952-641-2293
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Donations and Fundraising Inquiries:
Jonah Coronis
Client Relations and Fundraising Specialist
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Executive and Board Inquiries:
Toma Kinville-Ossian, CMP
NANOS Executive Director
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952-646-2047
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Janel Kuebker
NANOS Consulting Director & GMP Partner
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