NANOS Spotlight - August 2025

• Call for 2026 Abstract Submission
• One Month Left to View NANOS On-Demand Content
• Submit 2026 Merit Award Recipients
• EYE AM NANOS Committee Update
• NOVEL Needs your Feedback
• Out of the Blindspot Podcast: Going Beyond Medicine
• Register for Neuro-Ophthalmology Subspecialty Day at AAO

Call for 2026 Scientific Abstract & Walsh Submissions

The NANOS 2026 abstract submission portal is now open!  Submit your abstract by October 23rd, 2025. For detailed information on scientific abstract and Walsh submissions, please refer to the guidelines below.

View Walsh Submission Guidelines 2026
View Abstract Submission Guidelines 2026

Please submit your abstract HERE

Now Accepting Hotel Reservations for NANOS 2026!

NANOS has secured discounted rates at the Boston Marriott Copley Place for the 2026 Annual Meeting. 

• Standard Rate: $295/night
• Medical Resident Rate: $249/night (limited availability, March 19–25 only; eligibility required)

Reservations must be made through the hotel portal and by February 25, 2026, and are subject to availability. Visit the NANOS meeting page for more details.

Final Month: Don't Miss NANOS 2025 On-Demand!

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Access ends September 30, 2025! Last chance to view and learn!

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Submit 2026 Merit Award Recipients
Submission deadline: November 4th, 2025.
Click here to learn more and nominate a deserving NANOS member.

EYE AM NANOS Committee Update

In a time of shifting perceptions, our commitment to fostering an environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive at NANOS remains steadfast; we are committed to our mission and purpose and will navigate the future with clarity and resilience, based on our enduring core values.

The mission and purpose of the newly renamed EYE AM NANOS Committee is to fully acknowledge, embrace, and promote our differences to foster an environment where every member has the opportunity to thrive.

Together, “We are NANOS!”

Tell Us What You Think of the NOVEL Website 

As part of our ongoing efforts to enhance the site, the NOVEL team is seeking your valuable feedback on the usability of the NOVEL website. We invite you to complete a short survey to share your experience. Click here for more information.

Attention Future Neuro-ophthalmologists!

Applications for 2026-2027 neuro-ophthalmology fellowship positions are coordinated through the SF-Match Ophthalmology Fellowship match. Click here to view information on fellowships and the SF Match and Fellowships in Neuro-Ophthalmology – NOVEL (utah.edu) to see some details about the neuro-ophthalmology fellowship programs. 

Explore NANOS Online Community Today!

Over 600 of your NANOS colleagues are actively engaging in cutting-edge discussions on our new online community. If you haven’t already, activate your account and start sharing your expertise, asking questions, and connecting with peers.

Frequently Asked Questions:

• How do I join an open discussion community?
• How can I control the frequency and format of the emails I receive?
• Where can I find the Community Guide to learn more about the platform?
• Where can I find the email addresses for the communities and committees I am a part of?

Going Beyond Medicine

What to do when you’ve done all you can to heal, but can do no more? In the latest episode of the Out of the Blindspot podcast, Dr. Ore-ofe Adesina takes a deep dive into an important conversation—one that helps put things into perspective and challenges us to think beyond tests, prescriptions, and procedures, and remember the full person behind the patient.
Featured: Dr. Melissa Ko, Dr. Guy Jirawuthiworavong, Dr. Agnes Wong, Dr. Benzi Kluger

Listen to this episode on your favorite podcast platform or click here.

Register for Neuro-Ophthalmology Subspecialty Day at AAO 2025  

Register for this year's Neuro-Ophthalmology Subspecialty Day program taking place on October 17, 2025, in Orlando.  American Academy of Ophthalmology in conjunction with the North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society (NANOS) have a great line up! Click here for more information.

• Register Today
• Preview the Program Schedule 

Behind every breakthrough in neuro-ophthalmology is a dedicated community.

NANOS is tackling the growing shortage of neuro-ophthalmologists by advancing education, research, and clinical training. Your support helps us build a stronger future for this essential field. Donate today—your impact matters.

Discover how your gift creates hope and breakthroughs—visit our Members’ Stories page.

Explore the NANOS Career Center

Looking for your next opportunity in neuro-ophthalmology? The NANOS Career Center is your one-stop resource for professional growth. As a member, you can also post job openings for free—don’t miss out on this valuable benefit!

Latest Job Opportunities

Vitreoretinal Surgeon | North Carolina

General Ophthalmologist | Burlington, Massachusetts

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Office Closure Notice:

The NANOS Executive Office will be closed on Monday September 1, 2025, in observance of Labor Day (USA).

Have questions? Contact the NANOS Executive Office Support Team—we're here to help!