EMORY OPHTHALMOLOGIST RECEIVES AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY HONOR AWARD

September 22, 1997

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The American Academy of Ophthalmology will present Emory Eye Center neuro-ophthalmologist Nancy Newman, M.D., with an honor award certificate for her many years of service to the Academy and its scientific and continuing education programs.

"It is quite a prividege to receive this award from the Academy, which is the most prestigious of national professional organizations for ophthalmologists," Dr. Newman said.

She will receive the award at the Academy's annual conference in Chicago, October 27-31, 1996.

The Academy honors members who contribute significantly to the field of ophthalmology. The honorees regularly publish scientific papers, review educational material, provide lectures and courses at educational conferences, and serve the Academy in leadership positions.

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