Neuroendocrinology Section
The purpose of the the Neuroendocrinology Section is to further clinical care, research, and education in the area of neuroendocrinology by acting as a resource to the American Academy of Neurology; by organizing meetings, publications, presentations at scientific sessions of the Academy and any other events that encourage or increase the level of interest in neuroendocrinology among Academy members; and by advising the Academy of the activities of the Section.
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- Neurologists Asked to Monitor
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2011 Annual Meeting Abstract Submission Now Open
Online abstract submission for the Scientific Program at the 2011 AAN Annual Meeting in Hawaii is now open and the deadline to submit abstracts is October 25, 2010. Selected research abstracts will be presented in exciting scientific programs and showcased in high profile scientific sessions and popular poster sessions.
New Nanosymposium
This year the AAN will offer for the first time a nanosymposium. The nanosymposium will consist of abstracts from multiple institutions on a similar topic. When abstracts are submitted, researchers can note that they would like their abstract to be linked to the abstracts of their collaborators. Talk to your collaborators and submit your abstracts for the nanosymposium.
AAN members and nonmembers alike can submit abstracts, and no sponsors are required. Submission is free for graduate students, post-doctoral candidates, and medical students; $25 for AAN members not in these categories; and $75 for nonmember first authors. Previously presented or published abstracts will be accepted with prior presentation disclosure.
Present your research at the world's largest gathering of neurologists and neuroscience professionals! Submit your abstracts today at www.aan.com/go/am11.
Apply Now for Neuroendocrine Research Award
Apply now for the new AAN Neuroendocrine Research Award or nominate a colleague. The Neuroendocrine Research Award recognizes individuals who have made a contribution to neuroendocrine research. Eligible recipients must have carried out independent research (clinical or basic) in the field of neuroendocrinology. Work must demonstrate a major point in neuroendocrinological science for any of the following: pathophysiology/basic mechanisms, treatment paradigms, or illustrations of major comorbidity.
The award recipient will be recognized at the 63rd Annual Meeting in Honolulu, Hawaii, April 9 through 16, 2011.
Apply today for the Neuroendocrine Research Award.
Sign Up for Free Electronic FDA Patient Safety Alerts
The American Academy of Neurology and the Health Care Notification Network have teamed up to offer AAN members a free online service that delivers timely neurology-specific FDA-mandated patient safety drug alerts electronically. This new AAN member benefit is free to members who wish to receive it; however, it is necessary to sign up in order to participate in the program. Participants may also opt out at any time.
The HCNN is the only network that delivers FDA-required drug alerts for recalls and warnings to physicians and prescribers online. This new program is an excellent opportunity for you to quickly and conveniently stay current on specialty-specific FDA alerts in order to provide the safest and best possible care for your patients. And because these alerts are targeted by specialty, not all doctors get all alerts; therefore, you can expect to receive less than one alert per week, on average.
Don't be the last to know about prescription recalls and warnings—visit today to learn more and enroll in this free AAN member benefit!
Up to $10,000 Available for Education Research Grants
Proposals Due September 3, 2010
Two to four awards—ranging from $5,000 to $10,000—are available through the AAN's Education Research Grant program for projects that can help improve the neurologic education of AAN member residents and fellows, medical students, practicing neurologists, and non-neurologists. The application deadline is September 3, 2010.
The program was designed to strengthen the AAN's education programs for quality improvement and credentialing purposes and train neurologic educators to perform and publish education research as one component of career development for academic educators.
AAN Active and Associate members are encouraged to apply—and to persuade their colleagues to do the same. Those who have previously applied are also welcome to submit new proposals by simply re-submitting the prior proposal along with a brief description of how the new proposal is different.
Information guidelines and grant applications are available at www.aan.com/go/education/eduresearch. For more information, contact Nancy Poechmann at npoechmann@aan.com or (651) 695-2812.
Connect with Colleagues in Neuroendocrinology
The newly designed AAN.com is an indispensable part of your member benefits and connects you with colleagues, your areas of interest, and more.
AAN.com's new look and functionality now features AAN Communities, which allows members to connect with colleagues and discuss topics and subspecialty interests important to them and to access relevant Neurology® journal articles. Forums provide each community opportunities for discussion and networking.
Finding Information Is Easier Than Ever
Forget endless sifting through articles and links. A new green roll-down "preview pane" appears to give you a preview of what each area of the website provides. New "share" and "follow us" buttons allow visitors to send and stay current with topics and Academy news links. Visitors can also find their way around the site better using "bread crumb" links to track their progress.
Visit AAN Communities to get started!
Get Involved with AAN Sections
The AAN offers many opportunities for members to get involved in Academy events and initiatives, from joining sections and work groups to writing and reviewing clinical practice guidelines. Events such as the Annual Meeting, regional conferences, and advocacy participation programs give members the chance to improve their skills, advance health care issues, and network with their peers.
Throughout this website, you will find contact information for AAN staff who can answer questions about their areas and help you get involved. If you would like to become a member of an AAN section, contact AAN Member Services at memberservices@aan.com or call (800) 879-1960 to indicate which sections you would like to join.
Neurologists Asked to Monitor Patients for Post-Vaccine Related GBS
At the request of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the American Academy of Neurology is asking its member neurologists and other health care professionals to report any potential post-vaccine related cases of Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS), a rare nerve disorder that may be associated with the H1N1 vaccine currently in production.
The AAN will host a series of webinars specially designed for neurologists and other health care professionals. These multimedia presentations will feature important information on reporting GBS and related cases, general facts about the disorder, and more.
Learn more about to report to VAERS, the webinar, and other resources on H1N1 and GBS.
Important: Update Your Membership Contact Information Today
Update your contact information today to be sure your address and other contact information is current. Don't miss out on important news and event information about your Academy, or your host of other AAN publications included with your membership that are designed to keep you up-to-date on the latest issues affecting you and your profession, your practice, and your patients, including the journal Neurology®, AANnews®, Neurology Now®, and more.
If you are a Junior member of the AAN who graduated in June, 2009, you will need to update your contact information in order to continue receiving important AAN communications and other valuable member benefits during your transition to Active or Associate member status. If you are continuing to a fellowship, contact AAN Member Services to be sure your member status is updated and you continue to receive Junior member benefits, including discounts on the RITE exam, free subscription to Continuum: Lifelong Learning in Neurology®, and more!
If you want to update your section participation, contact AAN Member Services. View a list of AAN subspecialty or special interest sections.
