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| Dr. Frank H. Netter Award For Special Contributions to Medical Education |
| The Dr. Frank Netter Award is given annually to an individual, institution or company in recognition of the development of visually oriented educational materials which, through independent testimonial or documentation, has been demonstrated to have met the stated educational objective as well as made significant contribution to the advancement of education and research in visual communication for health sciences. The award was first given to Frank Netter, M.D., in 1990, and accepted by Phillip Flagler, then director of medical education at CIBA-Geigy Pharmaceuticals, and a Vesalius Trustee. The award was named in Dr. Netter's honor the following year. Dr. Netter, who died in 1992 at the age of 94, was best known for his artwork published in the Clinical Symposia series and the CIBA Collection of Medical Illustrations. Dr. Netter is recognized by both physicians and medical illustrators for his concise and creative presentation of complex medical materials. His relationship with CIBA, and his contribution to the Collection was one that benefited medical education on a grand scale, stimulating this award. Dr. Netter was an honorary Vesalius Trustee until his death. Individuals, institutions or companies engaged in the development of visually oriented education materials which have impacted health science education or practice are invited to apply for this prestigious award. The award is accompanied by a $1,000.00 cash prize. |