Director Recognition Award Grant

Director Recognition Award Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: American Academy Of Neurology Institute
Last Updated: August 22, 2025

Summary

The Director Recognition Award by the American Academy of Neurology honors program directors in residency and fellowship who demonstrate exceptional leadership and commitment to neurology training. This prestigious award recognizes creativity and innovation in education, emphasizing inclusivity in nominations. Recipients will receive a certificate of recognition, highlighting their contributions at the Consortium of Neurology Program Directors Business Meeting, thereby advancing the future of neurology through excellence in training.

Overview

About the American Academy of Neurology The American Academy of Neurology is the leading voice in brain health. As the world’s largest association of neurologists and neuroscience professionals with more than 40,000 members, the AAN offers access to continuing education, essential practice tools, research grants, networking and advocacy opportunities, and more. Through public resources like Brain & Life®, we make it easy for patients, caregivers, and anyone interested in brain health to access the latest information and guidance. Together with our members, the AAN is advancing what’s possible in brain disease treatment, cures, and prevention. It’s all in service of our mission to enhance member’s career fulfillment and promote brain health for all. Program Director Recognition Award Residency and Fellowship Program Directors face many challenges in administering a training program. This award is intended to acknowledge excellence on their behalf and recognize individuals whose leadership, creativity, and innovation are crucial in ensuring the future of Neurology. Nominations should be inclusive in regard to gender and underrepresented groups. Candidates can nominate themselves or be nominated. Posthumous nominations will not be accepted. Benefits Annually, two (2) residency program directors and two (2) fellowship program directors will be selected to receive a certificate of recognition by the AAN. Recipients will be acknowledged at the Consortium of Neurology Program Directors (CNPD) Business Meeting.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. An active AAN member A current residency or fellowship program director with at least five years’ experience in that role. Associate program directors are eligible. Demonstrated excellence in GME education Demonstrated record of leadership, creativity, innovation, and scholarshipApplication requirements:Curriculum vitae (CV)Three letters of recommendation: one each from DIO or Department Chair, Program or Fellowship Coordinator, and current resident(s) or fellow(s). If multiple residents/fellows combine into one file to upload. You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member.