[American Academy of Neurology](https://www.aan.com)

October 21, 2025

Honorary plaque and formal recognition at the AAN Annual Meeting and in AAN publications (no monetary award).

Recognizes exceptional service and dedication by a private practitioner member to the American Academy of Neurology.

--- ## Description This award honors a private practitioner for outstanding service to the American Academy of Neurology (AAN), highlighting the unique contributions and sacrifices made by those in private practice who volunteer extensively. The recipient is recognized for exemplary dedication, including volunteerism that may require forgoing compensation, family time, or vacation, and is celebrated at the AAN Annual Meeting and in AAN member publications. --- ## Due Dates - Applications close: October 21, 2025 (11:59 p.m. CT) --- ## Funding Amount - The award consists of an honorary plaque. - The winner receives formal recognition at the AAN Annual Meeting and in AAN member publications. - **Note:** No monetary award is provided. --- ## Eligibility - The nominee must be a practitioner working in a private practice setting. - Applicants must be current AAN members in good standing. - Nominees must attest to meeting the AAN definition of private practice: a practice in which the physician(s) own a contractual, controlling, or substantial financial interest in the practice's success or failure. --- ## Application Process - Applications may be submitted as self-nominations or by nominating another eligible practitioner. - Each application must include: - A completed application form, including a statement of interest (500-word limit). - A current curriculum vitae (CV). - Submit all materials via the [AAN award application portal](https://www.aan.com/research/private-practitioner-aan-service-award). --- ## Additional Information - The award is honorary and does not include a financial prize. - The winner will be notified by the end of January 2026. - Recognition will occur at the AAN Annual Meeting and within AAN member publications. --- ## External Links - [AAN Private Practitioner Outstanding Service Award Program Page](https://www.aan.com/research/private-practitioner-aan-service-award) - [American Academy of Neurology Home](https://www.aan.com) - [AAN Awards Search](https://www.aan.com/search/awards) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | Additional Contact Options | |----------------|----------------------------|-----------------|---------------------------------------------------| | Michaela Read | [mread@aan.com](mailto:mread@aan.com) | (800) 879-1960 | [AAN Contact Page](https://www.aan.com/about-the-aan/contact-us) |

AAN Private Practitioner Outstanding Service Award

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