Announcing the 2001 winners of the CAEP awards

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CJEM 2001;3(2):155

Announcing the 2001 winners of the CAEP awards

In 2000, CAEP's Residents' Section worked with the CAEP Board of Directors to develop 2 new national EM awards. "CAEP EM Teacher of the Year" was created to recognize outstanding EM educators in Canada. "CAEP EM Resident Leadership Award" was designed to identify emerging leaders in Canadian EM -- a resident who made an exceptional contribution during his or her EM training.

This year, the first year of the Awards, all Emergency Medicine, Pediatrics, and Family Medicine programs were invited to apply. A national Awards Committee met to select the winners. We are pleased to announce those chosen for 2001.

CAEP EM RESIDENT LEADERSHIP AWARD 2001: Dr. Sunil Sookram, Edmonton

Dr. Sookram has been a standout resident in his FRCP program at the University of Alberta. He has been involved in many endeavours, including CJEM, the STARS program in Alberta, and developing a Trauma Fellowship. He was nominated by his fellow residents as a skilled teacher, a strong resident advocate, and a genuine leader.

CAEP EM TEACHER of the YEAR 2001:
Dr. John Ross, Halifax

Dr. Ross was nominated by his residents as an unusually dedicated and enthusiastic teacher. He is known for his ability to skillfully teach learners of all levels and make it enjoyable. He has worked hard to develop EM education in Halifax, including the Teaching Shift project, an airway workshop, and numerous presentations. Dr. Ross was highlighted as an EM role model to be emulated.

Jason R. Frank, MD
Chair
CAEP Residents' Section
Editor
Resident Issues section, CJEM
jfrank@attcanada.ca