Awards & Recognition
Awards & Recognition
MedExcellence Awards
Annually, the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine Alumni Association hosts the MedExcellence Awards Ceremony which includes the presentation of the Distinguished Alumni, Humanitarian, and Service Awards, the Golden Anniversary Prize for Distinguished Clinical Investigation, the Community Clinician Educator Award, and in even years, the M. Paul Southwick Prize for Clinical Excellence and Teaching Award.
We invite you to nominate alumni, peers, agencies, or members of the community who have contributed in extraordinary ways to the practice or support of medicine in consideration for these awards. Graduates, former students, faculty, staff, and friends of the school are encouraged to nominate.
About the Award
Presented to School of Medicine alumni for significant professional achievements in medicine through excellence in clinical practice, academic leadership, and/or research distinction.
Eligibility
- Granted to alumni of the School of Medicine for distinction in their field.
Submission Criteria
The following submission criteria must be included and will be used in determining the nominee's qualifications for receiving the award:
- Nomination Letter: A letter that states the category of nomination and establishes the candidate's qualifications with clear and concise detail.
- Curriculum Vitae: The nominee's vita or professional résumé, including a current address.
- Letters of Support: A minimum of three supporting letters of nomination from other individuals (peers, current and former colleagues and mentors/mentees, etc.).
- [Optional] Any additional information that would further substantiate the nomination.
About the Award
Recognizes individual or organizations who demonstrate extraordinary service to society, community welfare, or humankind.
Eligibility
- Granted to individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the health and welfare of society
Submission Criteria
The following submission criteria must be included and will be used in determining the nominee's qualifications for receiving the award:
- Nomination Letter: A letter that states the category of nomination and establishes the candidate's qualifications with clear and concise detail.
- Curriculum Vitae: The nominee's vita or professional résumé, including a current address.
- Letters of Support: A minimum of three supporting letters of nomination from other individuals (peers, current and former colleagues and mentors/mentees, etc.).
- [Optional] Any additional information that would further substantiate the nomination.
About the Award
Recognizes individuals in recognition of support for and dedication to the School of Medicine and its mission of education, research, and service.
Eligibility
- Granted to individuals who support the mission of the School of Medicine.
Submission Criteria
The following submission criteria must be included and will be used in determining the nominee's qualifications for receiving the award:
- Nomination Letter: A letter that states the category of nomination and establishes the candidate's qualifications with clear and concise detail.
- Curriculum Vitae: The nominee's vita or professional résumé, including a current address.
- Letters of Support: A minimum of three supporting letters of nomination from other individuals (peers, current and former colleagues and mentors/mentees, etc.).
- [Optional] Any additional information that would further substantiate the nomination.
About the Award
Recognizes alumni and Utah scientists for scientific discovery with clinical application that increases understanding of disease, its treatment, and prevention. Established honor of John B. Hibbs, MD, Professor of Medicine at the University of Utah from 1971 to 2011, and George Gee Jackson, MD ’45.
Award & Impact
- Presented a minimum of every three years during the School of Medicine MedExcellence Awards Ceremony.
- Award of $10,000, presented following the ceremony to further scientific discover.
Eligibility
- Nominees may include any faculty member from a university in the State of Utah or an alumnus of the University of Utah School of Medicine.
Submission Criteria
The following submission criteria must be included and will be used in determining the nominee's qualifications for receiving the award:
- Nomination letter (max 2 pages) outlining significant contributions to research increasing the understanding of disease, its treatment, and prevention.
- Curriculum Vitae in NIH Biosketch format.
- Up to three publications or relevant publication links.
- Link to nominee’s online bio and research page.
- Letters of support encouraged.
About the Award
Recognizes Utah physicians whose clinical research involving human subjects has made significant contributions to advancing the understanding and treatment of human disease. Established by the Class of 1945 on their 50th graduation anniversary.
Award & Impact
- Award of $5,000, presented following the School of Medicine MedExcellence Awards Ceremony.
- Encourages early-career physicians and clinical investigators by recognizing impactful research.
- Presented in odd years, alternating with the M. Paul Southwick Award for Clinical Excellence and Teaching. Funded through an endowed gift from class members, including a planned gift from M. Paul Southwick, MD '45.
Eligibility
- Nominee must be an MD, fellow, or faculty member (Instructor to Associate Professor), with preference for early-career physicians. Open to University of Utah faculty and any Utah physician actively engaged in clinical research.
- Significant contributions to understanding and treating human disease through research directly involving human subjects.
Submission Criteria
The following submission criteria must be included and will be used in determining the nominee's qualifications for receiving the award:
- Nomination letter (max 2 pages) outlining clinical contributions to understanding and treating human disease through research that directly involves human subjects.
- Curriculum Vitae in NIH Biosketch format.
- Up to three publications or relevant publication links.
- Link to nominee’s online bio and research page.
- Letters of support encouraged.
About the Award
Presented in even years, this award recognizes faculty in the Department of Internal Medicine who demonstrate exceptional clinical skill and a strong commitment to teaching and mentorship. Established by the Class of 1945 on their 50th graduation anniversary, with a planned gift from M. Paul Southwick, MD ’45.
Award & Impact
- Award of $5,000, presented following the Department of Internal Medicine annual faculty awards.
- Encourages early-career physicians and clinical investigators by recognizing impactful research.
- Presented in even years, alternating with the Golden Anniversary Prize for Distinguished Clinical Investigation. Funded through an endowed gift from class members, including a planned gift from M. Paul Southwick, MD '45.
Eligibility
- Nominee must be an early career physician in training as a Resident, Fellow, or recently appointed Assistant Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Utah Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine
- Demonstrated outstanding performance in clinical medicine and teaching.
Submission Criteria
The following submission criteria must be included and will be used in determining the nominee's qualifications for receiving the award:
- A nominating letter, up to two pages in length, summarizing the individual’s contributions in clinical medicine and teaching in the Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Utah Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine.
- The individual’s updated curriculum vitae in NIH Biosketch format.
- Up to three supporting letters from colleagues and former trainees.
Deadline
Nominations are being accepted until January 1, 2027. Late submissions will be considered the following award cycle.
Direct nominations to:
You may submit nominations in the following ways:
- Complete the online form
- Email completed nomination packets to: SOMalumni@hsc.utah.edu
- Mail: School of Medicine Alumni Awards Committee, 1925 E Spence Eccles Drive, Suite 205A, Salt Lake City, UT 84112