3.2.2 Prizes

- awarded to the student obtaining the highest standing in the Introduction to Clinical Medicine component of the medical undergraduate course. Minimum value: approximately $1,500.

- established by Miss Winifred Birkett in memory of her father, the late Dr. H.S. Birkett, formerly Professor of Otolaryngology. Given to the student who has shown outstanding performance in Otolaryngology. Minimum value: $1,500.

- an annual award, accompanied by a personalized plaque, established in 1991 by the Boehringer Ingelheim (Canada) Ltd./Ltée. The Faculty of Medicine will choose a fourth year medical student who is in excellent academic standing and demonstrates clinical professionalism in the field of either respirology or cardiology. It is preferable that this student not hold another award concurrently. Value: $500.

- established in 1991 in memory of Dr. Carlo Bos, a humane and respected psychiatrist who taught a multitude of medical students at the Allan Memorial Institute. Awarded by the Coordinating Committee for the Introduction to the Patient and Introduction to the Practice of Medicine courses to the student who has demonstrated the greatest proficiency in the clinical skills preparatory to the practice of medicine. Minimum value: $200.

- established in 1979 by a bequest from Frances B. Crowell. To be awarded to an undergraduate medical student engaged in research in Pathology.

- founded by the late Joseph Morley Drake, M.D., awarded to the student with the highest standing in the Pathobiology, Prevention and Treatment of Disease unit. Minimum value: $1,000.

- established by Dr. Victor Dzau, B.Sc. 1968, M.D.,C.M. 1972, and Ruth Cooper-Dzau, B.PhysTher1972, to support undergraduate students in the Faculty of medicine conducting research under the guidance of a professor during the summer months. Awarded annually by the office of the Associate Dean, Graduate Studies and Research, of the Faculty of Medicine to undergraduate students in their 1st and 2nd year of a four-year medical or nursing or physical and occupational therapy degree program. Preference will be given to medical students. Value: minimum $3,000; may be divided to fund more than one student.

- established in 1998 by Miss Debora Eibel, B.A. 1960, in memory of her father, Dr. Philip Eibel, B.A. 1929, M.D., C.M. 1933. The prize shall be awarded to a medical student, resident, or fellow who has exhibited outstanding achievement during training in orthopedic surgery.

- established in 1982 by Louis Endman in memory of his wife. Awarded to the student who obtains the second highest standing in the Gas, Fluids and Electrolytes unit. Minimum value: $100.

- awarded to the student who obtains the highest standing in Epidemiology and Health in Year 1 of the medical curriculum.

- established in 1985 by Randy Fisher in memory of his mother, Shirley Fisher. Awarded to the medical student showing the most promise and sensitivity in the area of Palliative Care in Medicine. Value: $100.

- bequeathed by the late Miss Jeanie Forsyth, awarded annually to the graduating student who has shown particular ability in all branches of Surgery. Minimum value: $450.

- a bronze medal and prize are awarded annually to a student, in the Basis of Medicine, who has achieved excellence in the Unit on Pathobiology, Treatment and Prevention of Disease and has demonstrated, on the basis of interviews, the most promise in the field of Pharmacology. Value: $1,000.

- established in 1981 in memory of Dr. Claude Giroud, Physician-Endocrinologist of the Montreal Children's Hospital and McGill University. Awarded on the basis of scientific merit to the author of a paper suitable for publication in a pediatric journal. The prize is open to medical students and to residents and fellows in pediatric training. Awarded by the Faculty of Medicine. Value: $250.

- established in memory of Dr. Elizabeth Ann Gordon. Awarded to the member of the graduating class, who in the opinion of the Faculty and students, embodies the highest qualifications to practise medicine and has demonstrated outstanding leadership abilities.

- endowed in 1987 by Dr. Robert B. Greenblatt, an eminent endocrinologist and professor emeritus at the Medical College of Georgia, who graduated from McGill with a B.A. in 1928 and an M.D.,C.M. in 1932. Awarded by the Faculty Scholarships Committee to the student who obtains the highest standing in the Life Cycle unit. Minimum value:$1,500.

- bequeathed by the late Mrs. Esther B. Gross in memory of her late husband, Harry S. Gross, D.D.S., 1913, M.D.,C.M., 1921. Awarded to the student in the Introduction to Clinical Medicine component with the highest standing in the Introduction to Surgery course. Minimum value: $300.

- established in 2000 through a generous bequest by Dr. Arthur S. Hawkes, Ph.D. 1945. Awarded by the Faculty of Medicine to an outstanding student in the Department of Biochemistry. Value: minimum $5,000.

- founded by the late Dr. Joseph Hils, of Woonsocket, R.I. Awarded to the student obtaining the highest standing in the Musculoskeletal and Blood unit. Minimum value: $500.

- founded by Mrs. Campbell Howard in memory of the late Dr. Campbell P. Howard, Professor of Medicine at McGill. Awarded to the student in the Introduction to Clinical Medicine component with the highest standing in the Introduction to Internal Medicine course. Minimum value: $300.

- founded by Mr. and Mrs. H.F. Jackson in memory of their son, the late F. Slater Jackson, M.D. Awarded to the student with the highest standing in the Molecules, Cells and Tissues unit. Minimum value: $750.

- established by the late Miss Charlotte Mildred Agar in memory of the late Dr. Campbell B. Keenan. Awarded to the graduating student who has shown the highest proficiency in Clinical Surgery. The winner of the Robert Forsyth Prize in Surgery is ineligible. Value: $100.

- established by an endowment from Dr. J.R. Leclerc who has always valued education at a high level. Income from this fund will be used to permit medical students doing summer research projects to present their work at scientific meetings. If the need arises, income can also be utilized for summer research bursaries. Awarded by the Faculty of Medicine Scholarships Committee.

- an essay prize open to students in all faculties. Information may be obtained from the English Department, Faculty of Arts.

- established to honour the memory of Reilly Madsen who was Manager, Records and Research, Development and Alumni Relations Services. Awarded, on recommendations from faculty and students, to a student with good academic standing who had demonstrated exceptional warmth and empathy towards patients. Minimum value: $500.

- presented upon graduation to a distinguished student for excellence and high academic standing. Preference given to women students. Value: $150.

- established in 1980, a prize and a book are awarded to the student with the highest standing in the Nervous System and Special Senses unit. Prize value: $200.

- income from a bequest of $200,000 from the late Dame Maria Cowan Meadows provides awards for undergraduate and graduate students in the Faculty of Medicine who are engaged in research. Preference is given to candidates working in cancer research but worthy candidates in other areas of medical or surgical research are also considered. Application is made to the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine.

- an award plus a Merck Manual of Diagnostics and Therapeutics. Established by Merck, Sharp & Dohme of Canada Limited for undergraduates in the Faculty to support research in the field of therapeutics. Awarded by the Faculty Student Research Committee. Award value: $1,000.

- established in 1997 from a bequest of the late Miss Dorothy Brown. Award is competitive based on merit and excellence. Awarded by a committee of the Department of Ophthalmology to a student in ophthalmic pathology, with a preference for graduate students or postdoctoral fellows.

- established by the Medical Class of 1984 in memory of Ronald Douglas Naymark, B.Sc., M.D.,C.M.(McG.), this award is given to that member of the graduating class who most enriches the life of the class in the eyes of his or her peers. The award seeks to recognize an individual who inspires trust and confidence, optimism and enthusiasm in his or her medical colleagues. The individual is a participant in class activities and is in satisfactory academic standing.

- established in 1990 by the Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics in honour of Professor Mark Nickerson, a renowned McGill pharmacologist. Awarded to the student, in the Basis of Medicine, who has achieved excellence in the unit on Pathobiology, Treatment and Prevention of Disease and has demonstrated, on the basis of interviews, an understanding of the role of pharmacology and therapeutics in contemporary society. Recipients will also receive a scroll. Value: $250.

- established in 1986 by the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology in honour of Newell W. Philpott, M.D. (1926), Chairman of the Department from 1943 to 1956. This award is to commemorate Dr. Philpott's excellence as a teacher of medical students and residents as well as his many contributions in the field and to the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Awarded to a graduating student for academic achievement and clinical excellence on the recommendation of the Department. Value: $500.

- established by the Class of Medicine 1985, in appreciation for the education they received at McGill, and in memory of their fellow classmate Brian Newton, B.Sc. 1981, M.D., C.M. 1985. Awarded by the Faculty of Medicine's Committee on Student Promotions and Curricular Outcomes to the student who obtains the highest standing in the Obstetrics and Gynecology clerkship. Value: $400.

- established in 1953, awarded to the second year medical student registered in course "Medical Ethics and Health Law" who writes the best essay, as assigned in the course syllabus, on the topic of medical ethics and health law. Minimum value: $1,500.

- awarded on the recommendation of the Department of Psychiatry to the student who has shown the most promise in this field. Value: $200.

- is awarded to the student with the highest standing in Host Defence and Host/ Parasite Relationships unit. Minimum value: $300.

- established in 1989 in memory of Dr. Joseph Shugar who was Orthopaedic Surgeon-in-Chief at the Jewish General Hospital. Dr. Shugar established an enviable reputation for clinical teaching at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels and was active in national and international affairs. This award is granted annually to a graduating medical student who, during his/her undergraduate career, demonstrates the greatest knowledge and proficiency in Orthopaedic Surgery. Selection will be made by the Division of Orthopaedic Surgery. Value: $350.

- established in 1999 by Beverly Spanier, BA'67 to honour the memory of her brother Dr. Allen Spanier, MDCM'72. Dr. Spanier was chief of the Intensive Care Unit at the Jewish General Hospital for 21 years. Awarded annually by the Faculty of Medicine to a graduating student who has maintained high academic standing and exhibited a high standard of professionalism and compassion towards patients, their families, fellow students, and University and hospital staff during the Practice of Medicine component of the curriculum. Minimum Value: $500

- founded by the late W. Grant Stewart (Arts, 1885; Medicine, 1888) in memory of his brother, the late Alexander D. Stewart (Medicine, 1888). Awarded to the member of the graduating class who, in the opinion of the Faculty, presents in every aspect the highest qualifications to practise the profession. Minimum value: $750.

- established in 1980, awarded to the student with the highest standing in the Endocrinology, Metabolism and Nutrition unit. Minimum value: $700.

- founded in 1878 by the late Mrs. Sutherland in memory of her husband, William Sutherland, M.D., formerly Professor of Chemistry in the Faculty. Awarded to the student who obtains the highest standing in the Basis of Medicine component of the medical undergraduate curriculum. Minimum value: $750.

- established in 2000 by Laura Victor, B.A. 1932, in memory of her husband, William V. Victor, B.Com. 1931, F.C.A. Awarded by the Faculty of Medicine Jury of the Annual Student Research Day to a meritorious undergraduate medical student. Value: minimum $1,000.

- founded by the late J. Francis Williams, M.D. Awarded to the student obtaining the highest standing in the Internal Medicine Clerkship of the medical curriculum. Value: $500.