Antonio Omuro, MD, has been elected a Fellow of the American Academy of Neurology, the academy’s highest and most respected class of membership awarded to select board-certified neurologists and research neuroscientists who have demonstrated high achievements in teaching, clinical practice, administration and/or research.
Dr. Omuro is a Professor of Neurology and Chief of the Division of Neuro-Oncology as well as co-Director of the Chênevert Family Brain Tumor Center at Smilow Cancer Hospital and Yale Cancer Center. He is an internationally renowned leader in clinical care and research in the field of brain tumors, having led pivotal research projects and clinical trials to advance the treatment of these difficult cancers.
Founded in 1948, the AAN represents more than 38,000 members and is dedicated to promoting the highest quality patient-centered care. Awarding of Fellowship status is based on a multi-step process involving nominations from current Fellows, a rigorous review of the nomination by the AAN Membership Application Review Subcommittee, and endorsement of the AAN Executive Committee.