The American Association of Neurological Surgeons named Steven Glassman, MD, an honorary member, a spokesperson for Norton Medical Group said.
Dr. Glassman, of Louisville, Ky.-based Norton Leatherman Spine, is the first person to earn the award since 2007, according to a May 13 email shared with Becker's. The honor recognized him for his work to pave collaboration among orthopedic surgeons and neurosurgeons.
Dr. Glassman has been in practice for 33 years, according to Norton's website.