GSM Faculty Awards
2008 Faculty Award Recipients
The fifth annual Graduate School of Medicine Faculty and Research Awards were presented by James Neutens, Ph.D., Dean, Graduate School of Medicine, to the following recipients during the Residents' and Fellows' Reception and Faculty Awards held June 25, 2008, at the UT Visitors’ Center. Winners are nominated by department chairs.
GSM Spirit Award
Alfred Beasley, M.D.
Director, Graduate Medical and Dental Education
The Spirit of the Graduate School of Medicine Award is given in recognition of outstanding leadership and innovation that upholds and promotes the Graduate School mission.
“Dr. Beasley embodies the Spirit of the Graduate School of Medicine as evidenced by his untiring dedication to education, service and research on our behalf,” Dr. Neutens said in recognizing Dr. Beasley. “Dr. Beasley led the Graduate School as a faculty member, a department chair, director of Graduate Medical and Dental Education, and most importantly as a mentor to our residents and junior faculty.”
Excellence and Leadership in Basic Science Research
David A. Gerard, Ph.D.
Professor, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Dr. Gerard was selected for his commitment to basic science research over the past five years through several research projects while mentoring others.
“Dr. Gerard has provided both excellent leadership and mentoring,” said Eric Carlson, D.M.D., M.D., in nominating Dr. Gerard.
Excellence and Leadership in Clinical Research
Oscar H. Grandas, M.D.
Assistant Professor, Department of Surgery
This award recognizes outstanding investigators and promotes excellence in clinical research. Dr. Grandas’s research in hormone replacement therapy has resulted in significant translational research.
In nominating Dr. Grandas, Mitchell Goldman, M.D., said, “His interests transcend vascular and transplant surgery and his contributions to clinical literature highlight these interests.”
Excellence in Teaching Award
Daphne Norwood, M.D.
Assistant Professor and Transitional Year Residency Program Director, Department of Medicine
Dr. Norwood received the Excellence in Teaching Award for her strong commitment to teaching while serving as a role model to residents, students and colleagues. Notably, Dr. Norwood initiated a two-week course for PGY-1 and PGY-2 students that allows residents time away from patients to focus on research and articles.
“I cannot reiterate enough positive comments about Dr. Daphne Norwood, her dedication to teaching, her enthusiasm, and the respect she has earned from the residents,” said Timothy Panella, M.D.
Excellence in Teaching Award (Volunteer Faculty)
Michael Fields, M.D.
Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Surgery
Dr. Fields volunteers his time and effort to further the Graduate School mission of education, patient care and research. Dr. Fields is noted by residents to be readily available, concerned about their education and an excellent role model.
“Dr. Fields has been committed to the training of surgical residents in the Graduate School of Medicine and has enhanced the education program of the department immeasurably,” Mitchell Goldman, M.D., said in nominating Dr. Fields.
