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UrduThe American Neuromuscular Foundation is excited to share that Michael Skolka, MD, has received the 2023 Golseth Young Investigator Award for his abstract titled, “The Utility of Electrodiagnostic Testing in Rhabdomyolysis in the Era of Next Generation Sequencing.”
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Brooke Eby Receives AANEM’s 2023 Public Recognition Award for ALS Advocacy Efforts
The American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) proudly announces Brooke Eby as the 2023 Public Recognition Award recipient for her remarkable commitment to raising awareness about muscle and nerve disorders, specifically amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
Teresa Spiegelberg, CNCT, R.NCS.T., R.EEG.T, BS, Receives Outstanding Service Award
The American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) proudly announces Teresa Spiegelberg, CNCT,
R.NCS.T., R.EEG.T, BS, as the inaugural Outstanding Service Award recipient for her dedicated service to patients, medical education, and AANEM.
Amanda C. Peltier, MD, MS, Receives AANEM’s 2023 Jun Kimura Outstanding Educator Award
The American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) proudly announces Dr. Amanda C. Peltier as the 2023 Jun Kimura Outstanding Educator Award recipient for her numerous contributions and dedication to advancing medical education in the fields of neuromuscular (NM) and electrodiagnostic (EDX) medicine.
Bassam A. Bassam, MD, Receives AANEM’s 2023 Distinguished Physician Award
Rochester, Minn. (Sept. 09, 2023)- The American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) proudly announces Dr. Bassam A. Bassam as the 2023 Distinguished Physician Award recipient for his exceptional contributions to patient care, research, and education in the fields of neuromuscular (NM) and electrodiagnostic (EDX) medicine.
John C. Kincaid, MD, Receives AANEM’s Prestigious 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award
The American Association of Neuromuscular &
Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) proudly announces Dr. John C. Kincaid as the 2023
Lifetime Achievement Award recipient for his lifelong dedication to research, patient care,
advocacy, and education.
Five AANEM Members Will Race for a Cure in the TCS New York City Marathon
Five American Association of Neuromuscular Medicine (AANEM) members will race for a cure with American Neuromuscular Foundation (ANF)’s charity team in the 2023 TCS New York City Marathon on Nov. 5 to help raise awareness and funds for NM research and education.
Jerry R. Mendell, MD, Receives 2023 Best Abstract Award for DMD Gene Therapy Research
The American Neuromuscular Foundation, is excited to announce Jerry R. Mendell, MD, as the recipient of the 2023 Best Abstract Award, for his abstract titled, “Long-Term Safety and Efficacy in Patients With Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy 4 Years Post-Treatment With Delandistrogene Moxeparvovec in a Phase 1/2a Study.”
Margaret A. Turk, MD, Selected to Speak at the 2023 AANEM Annual Meeting
The American Association of Neuromuscular &
Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM), is excited to announce Margaret A. Turk, MD, as a 2023
plenary speaker at the AANEM Annual Meeting Nov. 1-4 in Phoenix, Arizona.
2023 Surinderjit Singh Young Lectureship Award Winner Selected
The American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM), is excited to announce Mathula Thangarajh, MD, PhD, as the 2023 Surinderjit Singh Young Lectureship Award recipient.
Funds Available for Physicians from Economically Developing Countries to Attend 2023 AANEM Annual Meeting
The American Neuromuscular Foundation (ANF),
offers international scholarship opportunities for up to 5 physicians from economically
developing countries to attend the 2023 American Association of Neuromuscular &
Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) Annual Meeting, which will be held November 1-4,
2023, in Phoenix, Arizona.
Abstract Submission Opening Soon for 2023 AANEM Annual Meeting
The American Association of Neuromuscular &
Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM), is excited to share that the Abstract Submission
Application opens January 1, 2023 for the upcoming AANEM Annual Meeting.
2023 AANEM Annual Meeting Plenary Topic Expected to Add a Layer to the Meeting
The American Association of Neuromuscular &
Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM), is excited to announce the 2023 plenary topic, selected
by AANEM President Robert Irwin, MD, to be Disability and NMDs: The Whole Enchilada.
Neuromuscular Match Hosted by AANEM Again in 2023
The American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) is excited to host the neuromuscular (NM) fellowship match again in 2023. Through the AANEM Fellowship Match Portal, neurology and PM&R residents are welcome to apply for fellowships in NM medicine and/or clinical neurophysiology (CNP) (EMG-focused).
Remembering AANEM Past President George Kraft, MD, MS
The American Association of Neuromuscular &
Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) is saddened to learn of the passing of longtime AANEM
member and previous AANEM president, George Kraft MD, MS, on November 1, 2022.
Mark Your Calendars for the 2023 AANEM Annual Meeting in Phoenix, Arizona
American Association of Neuromuscular &
Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) is excited to announce the 2023 AANEM Annual
Meeting, which will be held in Phoenix, Arizona, at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge from
Wednesday, November 1 to Saturday, November 4, 2023. Association President, Robert W.
Irwin, MD, has chosen the plenary topic to be: Disability and NMDs: The Whole Enchilada.
Sharpen Your Ultrasound & EMG Skills at AANEM’s 2023 UltraEMG
The American Association of Neuromuscular &
Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) is excited to announce the 2023 UltraEMG meeting,
which will be held February 14-17, 2023, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, at Sonesta Fort Lauderdale
Beach Hotel. Participants will enhance their knowledge of ultrasound (US) and
electromyography (EMG) at this exceptional event through front row, hands-on experiences.
First-Ever Expert Clinical Perspectives Published in Muscle & Nerve
Muscle & Nerve has officially published the first two
manuscripts in the new submission category of Expert Clinical Perspectives. “Diagnosis of
Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy” and “Treatment of Chronic Inflammatory
Demyelinating Polyneuropathy,” were both co-authored by Jeffrey Allen, MD, and Richard
Lewis, MD, and published in the November 2022 journal.
FREE Webinar for PM&R Career Path Guidance Hosted by AANEM
The American Association of Neuromuscular &
Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) invites medical students, physical medicine and
rehabilitation (PM&R) residents, and early-career physiatrists to join experienced physicians at
an interactive webinar to explore career options for physiatrists with a sub-specialty focus on
neuromuscular (NM) and/or electrodiagnostic (EDX) medicine.
2022 AANEM Innovation Award Winner Announced
American Association of Neuromuscular &
Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM), is excited to announce Timothy R. Dillingham, MD, MS,
as the recipient of the 2022 Innovation Award. This award honors forward-thinking members for
designing and developing products, services, or processes to enhance or transform the quality of
patient care through technology and innovation.
2022 AANEM Distinguished Researcher Award Winner Announced
American Association of Neuromuscular &
Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM), is excited to announce Anthony A. Amato, MD, as the
recipient of the 2022 Distinguished Researcher Award. This award honors members who have
made continuous significant contributions to clinical neurophysiological, NM, or MSK research.
2022 AANEM Public Recognition Award Winner Announced
American Association of Neuromuscular &
Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM), is excited to announce Richard S. Bedlack Jr., MD, PhD,
MS, as the recipient of the 2022 Public Recognition Award. This award honors public figures,
celebrities, or entities that have made extraordinary contributions toward increasing public
awareness of muscle and nerve disorders.
2022 AANEM Scientific Impact Award Winner Announced
American Association of Neuromuscular &
Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM), is excited to announce Michael C. Munin, MD, as the
recipient of the 2022 Scientific Impact Award. This award recognizes mid-career members for
serving as a first author, second author, or last (senior) author on a published paper in a national
or international peer-reviewed, indexed journal within the past 2 years.
2022 AANEM Scientific Impact Award Winner Announced
American Association of Neuromuscular &
Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM), is thrilled to announce Raghav Govindarajan, MD, as the
recipient of the 2022 Scientific Impact Award. This award recognizes mid-career members for
serving as first author, second author, or last (senior) author on a published paper in a national or
international peer-reviewed, indexed journal within the past 2 years.
2022 AANEM Distinguished Physician Award Winner Announced
The American Association of Neuromuscular &
Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM), is excited to announce Anthony E. Chiodo, MD, MBA,
as the recipient of the 2022 Distinguished Physician Award. AANEM honors one member each
year who has provided distinguished service as a clinician and/or educator and is an active
supporter of AANEM activities.
2022 AANEM Ernest Johnson Outstanding Educator Award Winner Announced
The American Association of Neuromuscular &
Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM), is excited to announce David R. Del Toro, MD, as the
recipient of the 2022 Earnest Johnson Outstanding Educator Award. Each year, AANEM
recognizes members for their significant contributions related to NM and EDX medicine
education.
2022 AANEM Jun Kimura Outstanding Educator Award Winner Announced
The American Association of Neuromuscular &
Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM), is excited to announce David C. Preston, MD, as the
recipient of the 2022 Jun Kimura Outstanding Educator Award. Each year, AANEM recognizes
members for their significant contributions related to NM and EDX medicine education.
Lifetime Achievement Award Winner Announced
The American Association of Neuromuscular &
Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM), is excited to announce Daniel Dumitru, MD, PhD, as the
recipient of the 2022 Lifetime Achievement Award. The Lifetime Achievement Award is the
highest honor bestowed by AANEM.
SEWARD RUTKOVE, MD AWARDED THE INNOVATION AWARD FROM AANEM
Dr. Rutkove’s work focuses on the application of innovative techniques for the assessment of NM disease. His research centers on electrical impedance myography (EIM), neuronal excitability testing, and ultrasound methodologies.
TEERIN LIEWLUCK, MD AWARDED THE SCIENTIFIC IMPACT AWARD FROM AANEM
Teerin Liewluck, MD, has been chosen as one of the winners of AANEM’s 2021 Scientific Impact Award. Dr. Liewluck was the senior author on a published paper titled, Neuromuscular Transmission Defects in Myopathies: Rare but Worth Searching For.
SANDRA L. HEARN, MD AWARDED THE 2021 SCIENTIFIC IMPACT AWARD FROM AANEM
Sandra L. Hearn, MD, has been named as one of the winners of AANEM’s 2021 Scientific Impact Award. She served as the second author on an article titled Motor Amplitudes May Predict Electromyography-Confirmed Radiculopathy in Patent Referred for Radiating Limb Pain.
AANEM ANNOUNCES 2021 GOLSETH YOUNG INVESTIGATOR AWARD WINNERS
The Golseth Young Investigator Award honors AANEM founding member, Dr. James Golseth. It is presented annually to a medical student or physician in the early stages of their career for original research in NM and EDX medicine. Both a winner and a runner-up were selected for 2021.
ANDREW H. DUBIN, MD AWARDED THE ERNEST JOHNSON OUTSTANDING EDUCATOR AWARD FROM AANEM
AANEM has selected Andrew H. Dubin, MD to receive the Ernest Johnson Outstanding Educator Award in 2021. AANEM Outstanding Educator Awards honor members for their significant contributions related to neuromuscular and electrodiagnostic medicine education.
JEREMY D.P. BLAND, MB CHB, FRCP AWARDED THE DISTINGUISHED RESEARCHER AWARD FROM AANEM
The Distinguished Researcher Award is awarded to an AANEM member who has made continuous significant contributions to clinical neurophysiological, neuromuscular, or musculoskeletal research. This year, this honor is awarded to Jeremy D.P. Bland, MB ChB, FRCP.
ILEANA HOWARD, MD HONORED WITH 2021 ADVOCACY AWARD FROM AANEM
Longtime advocate of veteran healthcare and quality telehealth medical care, Ileana Howard, MD, has been selected for the 2021 AANEM Advocacy Award.
KERRY H. LEVIN, MD SELECTED FOR THE 2021 DISTINGUISHED PHYSICIAN AWARD FROM AANEM
AANEM chooses one member each year who has provided distinguished service over the course of their career as a clinician and/or educator in support of AANEM activities. Kerry H. Levin, MD has been chosen for his commitment as both a clinician and an educator.
JANICE M. MASSEY, MD AWARDED THE 2021 LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD BY AANEM
Janice M. Massey, MD, the first woman to be named professor of neurology with tenure at Duke University, is now the second woman in history to be selected as the recipient of AANEM’s Lifetime Achievement Award.
MICHAEL S. CARTWRIGHT, MD, MS AWARDED THE JUN KIMURA OUTSTANDING EDUCATOR AWARD FROM AANEM
AANEM is pleased to announce Michael S. Cartwright, MD, MS is the winner of the 2021 Jun Kimura Outstanding Educator Award. This award is characterized by a member’s significant contributions relating to neuromuscular and electrodiagnostic medicine education.
AANEM Announces Sessions for 2021 Annual Meeting
The American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) is excited to announce some of the sessions for the upcoming 2021 Annual Meeting.
AANEM Announces Plenary Sessions and Speakers for 2021 Annual Meeting
The plenary topic is “New Worlds, New Ways.”
Sandra Hearn, MD, Receives 2021 Surinderjit Singh Young Lectureship Award
The American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) is excited to announce that Sandra Hearn, MD, is the 2021 winner of the Surinderjit Singh Young Lectureship Award.
COVID-19 Vaccine: AANEM Publishes Guidance for Patients with Neuromuscular Diseases
The AANEM Quality & Patient Safety Committee has published the paper, “Doctor – Should I get the COVID-19 vaccine? Infection and Immunization in Individuals with Neuromuscular Disorders.”
AANEM Adds New Virtual Learning Opportunity
The AANEM is hosting their first Spring Virtual Conference.
AANEM Launches Neuromuscular Medicine Fellowship Portal and Virtual Fellowship Fair
On January 1, 2021, the American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) launched the Neuromuscular Medicine Fellowship Portal. The new portal makes it easier than ever for physicians interested in a neuromuscular (NM) fellowship to apply, and for Training Program Directors to make offers.
Muscle & Nerve Editorial Board Adds Social Media Manager Role
Mohamed Kazamel, MD, has been selected to join the Muscle & Nerve Editorial Board. Dr. Kazamel will be responsible for managing Muscle & Nerve’s social media accounts, gaining followers, and growing the journal’s presence across all platforms.
American Neuromuscular Foundation Announces First Public Board Member
The American Neuromuscular Foundation (ANF), is excited to introduce its first Public Board Member, Barry McLeish. McLeish will spearhead the effort to help ANF become a driving force in neuromuscular research.
Meet the AANEM 2021 President
Bonnie Weigert, MD, will serve as the 2021 AANEM President.
ALS Patients Find Hope in New Study Authored by AANEM Members
There is some hope on the horizon for patients diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. More than a dozen members of the American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) were authors on a study announcing the results showing promise in the fight against ALS that appeared in AANEM’s journal Muscle & Nerve.
More Than 1,660 People Attend the AANEM 2020 Virtual Annual Meeting
A record-breaking 1,666 people attended the 67th American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) Annual Meeting, which took place from October 7-10, 2020. For the first time, the AANEM Annual Meeting was held virtually because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Estelle Benson Receives AANEM 2020 Public Recognition Award
The AANEM’s Public Recognition Award honors someone who has made extraordinary contributions toward increasing public awareness of muscle and nerve disorders.