Mitchell B. Max Award for Neuropathic Pain

Mitchell B. Max Award Subcommittee Chair John Markman, MD, FAAN presents the 2012 Max Award to recipient Howard Field, MD, PhD

Sponsored by the AAN and endowed by the United States Cancer Pain Relief Committee, the Mayday Fund, and friends of Dr. Mitchell Max

This award recognizes an individual for outstanding work in the field of neuropathic pain for either a single contribution or for lifetime achievement.

Presentation

Recipient is expected to present a 10-minute lecture during a scientific session at the 65th AAN Annual Meeting.

Recipient will receive:

  • Certificate of recognition and $1,000 prize
  • Complimentary registration for 65th Annual Meeting
  • Recognition at 2013 Awards Luncheon at 65th Annual Meeting

Eligibility

Must be actively engaged in neuropathic pain research

Application Procedure

Applicants should submit one complete set of the following materials:

  1. Completed application form
  2. Current curriculum vitae
  3. Letter from colleague summarizing applicant's body of work including:
    • Relevant background material
    • Research accomplishments placed in context
    • Assessment of the direct or indirect impact of contributions to the understanding of neuropathic pain

Deadline

The 2013 scientific award deadline has passed. Award notifications will be sent to all applicants in early January.

For more information, please contact Amy Radtke at aradtke@aan.com or (612) 928-6142.

Award Sell Sheet