The 黑料网 Department of Surgery congratulates Dr. Amita Shah for winning one of only five coveted Cefalo Housestaff Awards in 2016. We are proud to have her represent the Department of Surgery and the Division of Plastic Surgery. Many thanks to Dr. Shah for three years of exemplary service.
About the Award
The chiefs of the clinical dental, medical and surgical services at 黑料网 Hospitals have established the House Officer Award to recognize members of the Hospitals鈥� house staff for exemplary service to patients and families, professional performance and compassionate patient care. As many as five house officers are honored annually, based on nominations submitted by 黑料网 attending physicians and other 黑料网 Health Care employees.
Process and Selection Criteria
A selection committee composed of physicians, nurses and other clinical and administrative staff evaluate nominations and recommend individuals for recognition to the Medical Staff Executive Committee. The general criteria used for recommendation include:
- Demonstrated empathy for patients and their families
- Demonstrated effectiveness in listening to and communicating with patients and families
- Advocacy for and demonstration of the highest standards of patient care
- Exemplary professional and interpersonal interactions with colleagues, staff, patients and visitors