Emergency physicians, honor yourselves!
Posted by CEP America on Fri, Apr 30, 2010 @ 09:00 AM
By Joel Stettner MD
As emergency physicians, we're often so wrapped up in the daily "doing" of emergency medicine that it can be difficult to step back and recognize the significant clinical and administrative accomplishments of our colleagues.
Luckily ACEP, through its American College of Emergency Physicians Awards Program, does an excellent job of recognizing those ED physicians who have demonstrated the highest levels of leadership and excellence. The Program provides an opportunity to honor members for significant professional contributions as well as outstanding service to the College.
The ACEP Excellence in Health Policy Award is an example of how the program works. Each year, ACEP presents this award to a member who has made a significant contribution to achieving the College's health policy objectives, or who has demonstrated outstanding skills, talent, and commitment as an administrative or political leader.
I am pleased to report that a respected partner and colleague, Miles Riner, MD, was recently named the 2010 recipient of this award. Through his work on state and national regulatory and legislative issues, and as a member of the Board of Directors of the California chapter of ACEP (CAL/ACEP), Dr. Riner has been able to make a significant contribution as a powerful advocate for emergency physicians and the emergency care safety net. Recently retired from clinical work, Dr. Riner is continuing his efforts in support of health care policy advocacy at both state and national levels.
I'm honored to call him my friend and very pleased that his hard work and dedication to emergency medicine have been recognized.
All members of ACEP are eligible for one or more of the College's award programs. Our success as a specialty has always depended on our willingness to get and stay involved beyond clinical work. As busy as we are, it will always be important to take time to recognize the individuals who demonstrate true commitment and excellence in their work.
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