Overview
Recognizing extraordinary physicians and medical advocates.
Through the Excellence in Medicine Awards, the AMA Foundation recognizes physicians and medical advocates who exemplify the highest values of volunteerism, community engagement, leadership and dedication to the care of underserved populations. Recipients are honored at an awards ceremony during the AMA Annual Meeting in Chicago and have the opportunity to choose a health-focused non-profit organization for a grant honorarium.
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2022 Excellence in Medicine Awards
View the 2022 virtual Excellence in Medicine Awards presentation.
Tina Shah, MD
Tina Shah, MD, MPH. is the CEO of TNT Health Enterprises LLC, a company that uses evidence-based strategies in wellbeing to optimize health system operations. She has held numerous national leadership roles to advance provider and patient wellbeing, including as past Chair of the AMA Resident and Fellow Section, where she oversaw the largest study to date on resident wellbeing and suicide. Dr. Shah shared that she was, “Honored to have been nominated and selected by my peers for this award, who I continue to serve and advocate for with my work. My fellow honorees are truly exemplary, having shown a selfless desire to touch the lives of those most in need within their communities and a long-term commitment to increasing access to quality health care for underserved populations.”
Nomination Information
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Nominations for the 2024 Excellence in Medicine Awards will open on November 6, 2023.
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No applications or supplemental materials will be accepted via email, fax or mail.
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The selected award recipients will be invited to attend an Excellence in Medicine Awards ceremony in June 2024.
AVAILABLE AWARDS
Courage in Women's Health Advocacy Award
- Honors deserving physicians dedicated to clinically advancing women’s health and/or demonstrating courageous advocacy in support of women, including all who identify as women, or women’s health.
Dr. Debasish Mridha Spirit of Medicine Award
- Recognizes the work of U.S. physicians who demonstrate altruism, compassion, integrity, leadership and personal sacrifice while providing quality health care to destitute, distressed or marginalized populations in impoverished communities.
- Made possible by Debasish Mridha, MD
Dr. Edmond and Rima Cabbabe Dedication to the Profession Award
- Honors physicians who are committed to expanding knowledge through teaching, conducting research and publishing. Other qualifying virtues include leadership, volunteerism and philanthropic activities in medical and other civic organizations.
- Made possible by Edmond Cabbabe, MD, and Rima Cabbabe
Dr. Jacqueline A. Bello Friend of the AMA Foundation Award
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Honors volunteers, AMA staff and donors for their active engagement and unwavering support of the AMA Foundation. Recipients are those who inspire hopefulness and encourage others to join them in giving their time and personal resources to further advance the Foundation’s mission.
Excellence in LGBTQ Health Award
- Honors physicians, residents/fellows and final-year medical students that have demonstrated outstanding work, innovation and leadership in LGBTQ policy, advocacy, patient care, academics (teaching and research), workforce diversity and/or health care administration.
International Award in Medicine
- Honors physicians for outstanding international service in the areas of medical practice, medical education or medical research.
Jack B. McConnell, MD, Award for Excellence in Volunteerism
- Honors senior physicians (55+ years old) who are committed to providing medical care to those without access to health care in the U.S.
Pride in the Profession Award
- Honors physicians who aid underserved populations in the U.S.
--AMA/AMAF Awards--
The awards listed below are made possible in partnership with the American Medical Association (AMA).
AMA Foundation Award for Health Education
In partnership with the AMA:
- Recognizes the professional or public health education activities of practicing physicians.
- Includes a $3,500 stipend and certificate.
- Special consideration will be given to those physicians working in the areas of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs.
- Award recipient selected by the AMA Foundation Board of Directors.
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Made possible by a grant from the John P. McGovern Foundation
Visit AMAAMA Foundation Award for Leadership in Medical Ethics and Professionalism
In partnership with the AMA:
- Honors individuals who are dedicated to the principles of medical ethics and highest standards of medical practice, and who have made an outstanding contribution through active service in medical ethics activities.
- Includes a $2,500 monetary award and plaque.
- Special consideration will be given to those physicians working in the areas of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs.
- Ideal candidates must be active in organized medicine. They may not be current members of the AMA’s Council on Ethical and Judicial Affairs and must be nominated by a peer.
- Award recipient selected by the AMA Foundation Board of Directors
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