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Award Nominations
2021 Call for Award Nominations
It’s that time of year to recognize outstanding members at our Annual Awards Gala. The recipients are selected from among our outstanding members who have distinguished themselves with extraordinary service to medicine in general, to the association, to the community, or to medical education.These awards are significant honors which reflect the respect, recognition, and appreciation of our membership. Selections are made by the Awards Committee, with input from the membership at-large. Your suggestions for recipients for each of the awards, outlined below, would be appreciated.
Please visit https://form.jotform.com/211734892925060 to submit your nomination.
Nominations m must be received by October 1, , 2021. . Thank you for your recommendations.
If you previously suggested a candidate who was not given an award, please feel free to resubmit that name.
ROBERT D. BURNETT, MD LEGACY AWARD
For a physician member of the Medical Association who has demonstrated extraordinary visionary leadership, tireless effort, selfless long-term commitment, and success in challenging and advancing the health care community, the well being of patients, and the goals of the medical profession.
BENJAMIN J. CORY, MD AWARD
For a physician member of the Medical Association who has displayed forward- looking, pioneering ideas, enterprise, enthusiasm, and prolonged professional stature and ability.
OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT IN MEDICINE
For a physician member of the Medical Association who, during his/her medical career, has made unique contributions to the betterment of patient care, for which he/she has achieved widespread recognition. Consideration shall be given to research and/or the development of procedures, methods of treatment, pharmaceutical agents, or technological advances in the field of medicine.
AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTION TO THE MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
For a physician member of the Medical Association who has exhibited sustained interest and participation in one or more activities of the Association over and above that expected of the membership at-large.
OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTION IN MEDICAL EDUCATION
For a physician member of the Medical Association who has exhibited sustained interest and participation in one or more medical education activities over and above that expected of the membership at-large.
OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTION IN COMMUNITY SERVICE
For a physician member of the Medical Association who has exhibited sustained interest and participation in one or more activities of the community over and above that expected of the membership at-large.
CITIZEN’S AWARD
For an individual who is not a member of the Medical Association, who has achieved public recognition for a significant contribution in the health field. (This usually will be a non-physician, although physicians are not categorically excluded.)
WILLIAM C. PARRISH, JR. LEADERSHIP IN HEALTHCARE AWARD
This award is named after the beloved long-time executive director of the Santa Clara County Medical Association and recognizes an individual whose leadership, innovation, and dedication have resulted in profound improvement to healthcare in Santa Clara and has left a lasting impact on the physicians and patients of the County. William Parrish is the first recipient of this award (established in 2018).
For a complete list of ALL award recipients since 1978 please refer to www.sccma.org/news-events/sccma-physician-awards.aspx
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