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The American Eye Study Club was established in 1956 by a group of ophthalmologists who would become distinguished figures in the profession. Founders included Thomas Hedges, Thomas Kearns, Howard Naquin, Edward Norton and Albert Ruedemann, Jr. The AESC was created to serve as a forum for young leaders from diverse academic, geographic and practice backgrounds to openly exchange ideas and discuss new developments in a scientific and social setting that included both members and their families.
Active membership is limited to 10 years so the Club will remain fresh and vibrant. Members graduate to "Emeritus" status in their 10th year and continue to contribute to the Club's sense of tradition through involvement in the annual meetings and other activities of the organization.
The Club's bylaws limit the number of Active members to 60 who, along with more than 125 Emeritus members, serve in leadership roles at the state, regional, national and international levels. Many members have served as president of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and/or as directors of the American Board of Ophthalmology. More than 30 have served as chairs of university departments of ophthalmology.
Without question, our founders would be proud of the history and course followed by this organization and its members.
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Highlights and Things of Note
AAO convention events -- Reception and luncheon in Chicago
- Lunch: Saturday, Nov. 10; Hyatt Regency McCormick Place
- Reception: Sunday, Nov. 11; Hilton Chicago
Annual Meeting
• 2012 Annual Conference, The Grand Del Mar in San Diego
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Club News
May 14, 2012 --Tom Lee joined an elite group of influential members recognized with the Ellis Island Medal of Honor presented by National Ethical Coalition of Organizations (NECO). He was one of about 100 fellow honorees selected from thousands of nominations who received the award May 12 at the Great Hall on Ellis Island in New York City. He shares a commonality with past recipients including several past U.S. presidents, Muhammad Ali, Deepak Chopra, Yogi Berra, Rudy Giuliani, Nasser Kazeminy, Hillary Clinton, and Janet Reno, to name a few. Read more...
October 17, 2011 -- We were notified today that Thomas P. Kearns, one of the Club's founding members, passed away earlier this year on March 6. Turns out he was the last living founder. Tom is survived by his wife of 66 years, Mary, as well as his daughter Lucinda and his son Stapleton. He spent his career at the Mayo Clinic, retiring in 1987. He's also one of nine Club members to have served as President of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Read Tom's obituary here. Here is a link to Stapleton Kearns' tribute to his father, posted on his blog.
September 15, 2011 -- It is with great sadness that we share the news that longtime Club member Dick O'Grady, MD has passed away in Tucson from stroke complications. He first joined the AESC in 1971 and has been an active member and a familiar face at the Club's annual meetings for many years. Click here to read the announcement published in the Chicago Tribune.
August 2011 -- David Granet and his sons, Elijah and Isaiah, recently visited the US Navy SEALS training base near their home in San Diego. Check out this videoof the experience.
July 30, 2011 -- In memory of Dr. John H. Killian (entering class of 1985), the Club honors a member of a "graduating class" other than the president who has embodied the spirit and active participation that characterized John's involvement in the American Eye Study Club. The 2011 recipient of the Killian Award is William S. Clifford, MD.
August 2011 -- Daniel A. Russell Jr., MD, who joined the AESC in 1958 -- making him one of the Club's first members -- passed away on May 26, 2011, in San Antonio. He earned his medical degree at Tulane University and completed his ophthalmology residency at the Wilmer Ophthalmological Institute. Dr. Russell practiced in San Antonio for 45 years. Read more...
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AESC Administrative Office10 W. Phillip Rd., Suite 120Vernon Hills, IL 60061-1730Phone: (847) 680-1666 • Fax: (847) 680-1682Email: RichardPaul@dls.net
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