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WELCOME TO NANOS SPOTLIGHT - SOCIETY NEWSLETTER
NANOS Spotlight is our 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 February 2025 issue and click here to check out our past issues.
NANOS 2025 is Just Around the Corner - Secure Your Spot Now!
We’re excited to share that over 650 attendees have already registered for the NANOS 2025 Annual Meeting! If you haven’t secured your spot yet, now is the time. Visit our meeting webpage for more information.
The NANOS room block at the JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort in Tucson, Arizona, is now SOLD OUT.
If you have reserved a room but your plans have changed, please let us know at meetings@nanosweb.org. This will allow us to make the necessary arrangements to meet our contractual obligations with the hotel. Visit the NANOS meeting page for alternative accommodation options.
NEW: SOCIAL EVENTS HAPPENING AT NANOS 2025 ANNUAL MEETING
Welcome Reception and Awards Ceremony – All are welcome! Reconnect with your NANOS colleagues on Saturday, March 15, 2025, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm, and enjoy some music and great food. The Dr. Ivy Dreizin WIN Leadership Grant, Hoyt Lecture Award, Merit Awards, Lawton Smith Award (JNO), Top NOVEL Contributors will be presented. Guest tickets are available for purchase at $150 and children’s tickets are available for $50 with online registration or onsite at the Registration Desk.
Members in Training Reception – All Students, Residents, and Fellows-in-Training, NANOS Board of Directors, Fellowship Directors, Student Clerkship, and Neurology and Ophthalmology Residency Directors are invited to this reception on Sunday, March 16, 2025, from 5:45 pm - 6:45 pm. This event is a great opportunity to network and connect with NANOS leadership and Fellowship Directors.
Meet the Poster Author: Analytical Studies Poster Reception – Monday, March 17, 2025, from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm. This is your chance to ask questions and learn more about the analytical studies posters. Light appetizers and one drink ticket are included. Guest tickets are available for purchase for $100 by online registration or onsite.
NEW! Happy Hour Networking Reception - Tuesday, March 18, 2025, from 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm. Meet someone new and discover ways to get involved with NANOS and learn more about the world of neuro-ophthalmology, all in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
Banquet – Join us for an unforgettable evening on Wednesday evening on March 19, 2025, from 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm while enjoying a delicious dinner and "Trio of Cultures" entertainment under the stars. Guest tickets for the banquet and afterparty are available for purchase at $175 and children’s tickets are available for $75 with online registration or onsite at the NANOS Registration Desk.
NEW! Fun Run / Walk - Tuesday, March 18th, 2025, at 6:30 am - 7:30 am. Pre-registration is required. Your meeting registration does not include access to the Fun Run/Walk event. Please be sure to pre-register to participate. All pre-registered participants will receive a special NANOS water bottle to stay hydrated and keep as a souvenir.
Get ready to move and make memories at our 5K Fun Run / Walk! Whether you are a dedicated runner or just here for a good time, this event is all about fun, fitness, and friendship. All abilities are welcome – so bring your enthusiasm, enjoy the scenery, and let’s make this 5K unforgettable together! Don't forget to pre-register to participate!
TAKE A LOOK AT: NANOS 2025 ABSTRACT AWARD NOMINEES!
The nominees for the 2025 Abstract Awards have been announced! Click here to view the full list. The award recipients will be revealed at the NANOS Banquet on March 19, 2025. Stay tuned for this exciting event!
RENEW YOUR NANOS MEMBERSHIP ONLINE:
Please log in to your Member Profile on the NANOS website using your username and password. If you cannot remember your password, please click here to reset it.
NEW PODCAST: OUT OF THE BLINDSPOT
Hosted by Dr. Ore-ofe Adesina, "Out of the Blindspot" is a podcast acovering all aspects of Neuro-ophthalmology. Click here to listen to his conversation with Dr. Lenworth Johnson, a true pioneer in the field.
NEW: VINDICO gMG H369 WEBINAR
Ready to take a deep dive into the latest advancements in generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG) care? Explore how a better understanding of the disease burden can drive smarter clinical decisions and discover how neonatal Fc receptor inhibitors are reshaping long-term treatment strategies. With insights on the pathophysiology and exploration of real-world evidence, you’ll gain the necessary tools to personalize care and achieve better, lasting outcomes for your patients. Following the webinar, join us for the AfterShow Q&A: a live breakout session! Connect directly with faculty, engage in discussions, and ask individualized questions in a collaborative and dynamic environment.
This activity is supported by an educational grant from Janssen Biotech, Inc., administered by Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC.
TAKE A LOOK AT: NANOS STUDENT SPLASH PAGE
NANOS Medical Student Engagement Task Force has created a new resource for medical students. Click here to view the page. In preparation for this Spring's AAMC Careers in Medicine Day, be sure to share with your medical students.
WATCH NOW ON-DEMAND: DEMYSTIFYING CAREERS IN NEURO-OPHTHALMOLOGY
Medical students, and ophthalmology & neurology residents are invited to watch this engaging and interactive virtual webinar, which explores the broad and diverse clinical scope of practice available to neuro-ophthalmologists. Click here for more information.
2024 BYLAWS AMENDEDMENT UPDATE
As of December, all proposed amendments to the bylaws have been approved by the membership. Click here to view the updated NANOS bylaws and the approved amendments.
REMINDER: DONATE TO NANOS TODAY
Help NANOS fulfill our mission by donating online or by joining our current Facebook Fundraiser.
View our 2024-2025 Donors here.
NEW KNOWLEDGE: In Neuro-Ophthalmology
This meta-analysis compares visual outcomes of m.11778G>A MT-ND4 LHON patients who are untreated, treated with idebenone or #lenadogene #nolparvovec, finding that there is a gradient of efficacy with gene therapy being superior and both treatments being better than the natural history, based on CRR from nadir and final BCVA. Full Article
In this invited commentary, Etminan and colleagues summarize the current data landscape on the association between GLP1 receptor agonists and risk of NAION. The authors suggest several future directions to avoid selection bias and other confounders in elucidating this potential ION risk factor. Full Article
NEW! EXPLORE THE LATEST JOB OPPORTUNITIES:
Chair, Ophthalmology and Visual Services | Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Physician Scientist in Ophthalmologist | Worcester, Massachusetts
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REMINDER! NANOS CAREER CENTER
MEMBER BENEFITS IN ACTION: Post Today - Free Job Postings on the NANOS Career Center
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