Leader in stroke treatments honored by American Neurological Association, University of Maryland
Louis R. Caplan, MD, Senior Neurologist at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) and a leader in the treatment and research of strokes, has been elected an Honorary Member of the American Neurological Association (ANA). As the organization's highest honor, Honorary Membership is reserved for select individuals who have made unique contributions to neurology and neurological science throughout their careers. The announcement will be made during ANA's Executive Session of Membership on Tuesday, October 13. The ANA is the oldest neurologic and neuroscience organization in the United States.
Earlier in the week, on Saturday October 10, Caplan will be honored by the Department of Neurology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine during a day-long symposium to celebrate the opening of the university's Stroke Center. Titled "Celebrating a Commitment to Excellence: Louis R. Caplan, MD," the symposium will feature lectures from leading neurologists, culminating with a keynote address by Philip B. Gorelick, MD, MPH, of the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago. Dr. Gorelick's address is titled, "On Being a Vascular Neurologist: Lessons Learned from Professor Caplan." Incoming Chairman of the American Heart Association Ralph Sacco, MD, will also speak.