John G. Clarkson

University of Miami (Florida) is a private research university with students from around the world that is focused on teaching and learning, the discovery of new knowledge, and service to the South Florida region and beyond. The university was founded in 1925 and it is headquartered in Coral Gables, FL.

The American Board of Ophthalmology is an independent, non-profit organization that certifies ophthalmologists in the United States. The non-profit company is based in San Francisco, CA. The American Academy of Ophthalmology, launched in 1979, is the world's largest association of eye physicians and surgeons, with a community of 32,000 medical doctors. The AAO sets the standards for ophthalmic education and advocates for patients and the public. The organization was founded in 1916 and is one of 24 specialty boards recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties and the American Medical Association.

Noven Pharmaceuticals, Inc. operates as a pharmaceutical company with transdermal expertise. It specializes in the research and development, manufacture, marketing, and sale of prescription pharmaceutical products. The company was founded in 1987 and is headquartered in Miami, FL.

The American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) sets professional standards for lifelong certification in partnership with Member Boards. The non-profit company is based in Evanston, IL and has subsidiaries in United States. The primary function of each ABMS Member Board is to certify physicians in their primary specialty and subspecialty areas and to support the professional development of those Board Certified physicians throughout their career. The CEO of the company is Richard E. Hawkins.