The 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, have been demonstrated to
have met the stated educational objective as well as made a significant contribution to the advancement of education and
research in visual communication for the 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 later a Vesalius Trustee.
The award was named in Dr. Netter's honor the following year. Dr. Netter, who died in 1991 at the age of 85, 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 educational materials that have influenced health science education or practice are invited to apply for
this prestigious award. The award is accompanied by a $1,000 cash prize.
Close window
|