We provide national and local support networks for those affected by acoustic neuroma and strive to be a resource for health care professionals treating AN
OUR VISION
To continually improve the lives of Acoustic Neuroma patients and their families through communication, support, innovation and partnerships with the medical community. OUR VALUES
• Respect: to honor the needs and privacy of acoustic neuroma patients
• Professionalism: to maintain high ethical standards at all times
• Objectivity: to remain free of bias in everything we do
• Patient Centricity: to place the patient and their community at the forefront of all ANA efforts
11/21/2025
The AN journey is unique. Patients and families frequently look to others in our community for encouragement, support, and inspiration. Sharing your story is a great way to give back - and we’re here to help! Connect with us to learn more and get started.
11/20/2025
is December 2nd! Join us for "Immediate and Short-term Postoperative Care after Acoustic Neuroma Resection," presented by the team from The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. No need to register. This pre-recorded presentation will be released on the ANA page, in the ANA video library, and in the ANA member webinar library.
These upcoming events are open to everyone, but you must register to participate. A complete list of upcoming events, meetings, information, and registration is available at anausa.org/upcomingevents.
11/19/2025
Thank you to Dr. McDermott and Dr. Selman of Baptist Health for your time and expertise! The recording of this presentation is now available in our video library at anausa.org/video-library and in our member webinar library at anausa.org/member-login.
11/18/2025
Caregiving can be gratifying, but it isn't easy. Caregiver stress — the emotional and physical strain of caregiving — is common. We have resources that can help. Join us on Thursday, December 4th, for our Caregiver Support Group meeting - information and registration at anausa.org/upcomingevents. We also have a Caregiver page on our website with resources to ensure caregivers also get the help they need - anausa.org/caregiving.
11/17/2025
Everyone is welcome to join us tomorrow for this upcoming webinar. The team from Baptist Health will present. Information and registration are available at anausa.org/upcomingevents.
It's about that time again! As lovely as it is to give thanks and break bread with those that we hold dear, Thanksgiving can be challenging and the ultimate example of "dinner table syndrome". Does anyone have any tips to add to help minimize the headaches (both literal and figurative) and maximize the joy?
11/14/2025
Have you recently been diagnosed with an ? We know you have questions, and we're here to help! Visit anausa.org to get started. Click Free Patient Kit to sign up for yours, and click Events for information and registration for our upcoming support group meetings, webinars, and events.
11/13/2025
Giving Tuesday is December 2nd! Join us for "Immediate and Short-term Postoperative Care after Acoustic Neuroma Resection," presented by the team from The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. No need to register. This pre-recorded presentation will be released on the ANA page, in the ANA video library, and in the ANA member webinar library.
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The Acoustic Neuroma Association was founded in Carlisle, PA in 1981 by Virginia Fickel Ehr. She found no patient information or patient support available when she had surgery for the removal of an acoustic neuroma in 1977. She resolved that future acoustic neuroma patients should have easy-to-read medical material about their condition and support and comfort from each other.
With assistance from a number of leading surgeons and patient volunteers, ANA was incorporated in 1981 as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The patient-focused organization now serves nearly 5,000 members including acoustic neuroma patients, family members, friends, and health care professionals providing information regarding all treatment types.
Mission
The Acoustic Neuroma Association, the premier resource to the Acoustic Neuroma community, informs, educates and supports those affected by Acoustic Neuroma brain tumors.
Vision
To continually improve the lives of Acoustic Neuroma patients and their families through communication, support, innovation and partnerships with the medical community.
Values
Respect: to honor the needs and privacy of acoustic neuroma patients
Professionalism: to maintain high ethical standards at all times
Objectivity: to remain free of bias in everything we do
Patient Centricity: to place the patient and their community at the forefront of all ANA efforts