This award honors a physician for outstanding leadership and advocacy in improving patient care and advancing the interests of neurology patients.
Funder: American Academy of Neurology
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 | November 2026
Funding Amounts: $1,000 award, honorary plaque, recognition at AAN Annual Meeting and in member publications
Summary: Recognizes an outstanding physician advocate in neurology who demonstrates exemplary leadership and advocacy in patient care.
This award honors a physician member of the American Academy of Neurology (AAN) who has demonstrated exceptional leadership and advocacy on behalf of neurology patients, reflecting the legacy of Dr. Kenneth M. Viste, Jr. The recipient receives a monetary award, an honorary plaque, and recognition at the AAN Annual Meeting and in official publications. The program is intended to highlight and encourage advocacy within the neurology community.