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Dr. John D. Brown Memorial Award

Established in 2012 by the family of the late Dr. John Brown, this award recognizes a postgraduate trainee in any area of medicine who displays excellence in patient-centered care and reflects the values and practices of Dr. John Brown, who always put his patients first. At $5,300, this award represents a substantial commitment to promoting excellence among our residents in the foundational area of patient care.

 Application Deadline: mid-March annually

Award Criteria

  • $5,300 award
Residents and Clinical Fellows.

Nominees should: 

  • Demonstrate excellence in patient-centred care
  • Reflect the values and practices of Dr. John Brown
  • Show a consistent commitment to putting patients first

Required materials: 

  • Letter of support from the Program Director (required)
  • Up to 5 additional letters of support, can be provided by:
    • Teaching faculty
    • Residents, fellows, or medical students
    • Other healthcare professionals
    • Patients or their families

How to Submit a Nomination

Combine all materials into one PDF file
Email the completed package to PGME
Email a Nomination
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