Call for Nominations
Mary Edwards Walker Inspiring Women in Surgery Award
The American College of Surgeons Women in Surgery Committee (WiSC) is pleased to announce the call for nominations for a new award to be given annually at the Clinical Congress in recognition of an individual's significant contributions to the advancement of women in the field of surgery. The Mary Edwards Walker Inspiring Women in Surgery Award is named in honor of Dr. Mary Edwards Walker for her exemplary inspiration as the first female surgeon employed by the US Army and the only woman ever to receive the Medal of Honor; which is the highest United States Armed Forces decoration for bravery.
Individuals for consideration must meet the following Eligibility Requirements-see library for document.
Questions can be submitted to cbura@facs.org.