Awards + Recognition

The PGME Office recognizes the hard work our faculty and staff undertake in their dedication to improving medical education.

Program Administrator Awards

Quality Improvement & Innovation Award

To recognize a residency PA who has developed an innovative method, technology, system, or process to improve on current practices; made innovative improvements to an existing technology, system, or process; or created an innovative solution to a problem. This award is given in recognition of a specific innovation or project. Read this award’s Terms of Reference »

Previous Recipients

2023: June Carter - Department of Oncology, Palliative Medicine

Administrative Leadership & Excellence Award

To recognize a residency PA who exemplifies outstanding administrative leadership through the creation of a collegial and balanced work environment. Read this award’s Terms of Reference »

Previous Recipients

2023: Kathleen Blair - Department of Pediatrics, Nephrology & Hematology/Oncology

Doris Kurtz Career Achievement Award

In honour of Doris Kurtz, who has strived throughout her career to advance the scope, recognition, and professional development of Program Administrators, this award is to recognize a residency PA with ten (10) or more years of service. Read this award’s Terms of Reference »

Previous Recipients

2023: Doris Kurtz - Department of Medicine