Frank A. Rubino, MD, Award for Teaching Excellence in Clinical Neurology
The Frank A. Rubino Award honors outstanding clinical neurology educators for excellence in teaching, clinical acumen, and significant contributions to neurology education.
Funder: American Academy of Neurology
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $500 cash prize and certificate of recognition (one annual recipient)
Summary: Recognizes outstanding clinical neurology educators for excellence in teaching, clinical acumen, and contributions to neurology education.
Key Information: Nomination required (no self-nominations); open to US-based AAN members with ≥10 years of clinical neurology teaching.
Description
This award honors the memory of Frank A. Rubino, MD, and celebrates exceptional clinical neurology educators who have demonstrated a longstanding commitment to teaching, clinical excellence, and patient care. It is intended for individuals who have devoted their careers to the practice and teaching of clinical neurology, exhibiting professionalism, superior clinical judgment, and effective communication with patients and caregivers. The award aims to recognize those who have made significant local or national contributions to neurology education and encourages nominations that are inclusive of gender and underrepresented groups in the field.
