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AWSF Stories of Giving
in support of women surgeons
Recognizing an Excellent Surgeon
The Association of Women Surgeons is pleased to announce a new donation made in recognition of Dr. Dixie Mills. In a note submitted with the gift, donor Betts G. Mayer shared the following sentiments:
This donation is dedicated to honoring Dr. Dixie Mills with my appreciation of her very wise and unique medical counsel to me. There is no one like her. Dixie delivers invaluable guidance in the most personable and and professional manner, reflecting her warm and caring nature. No wonder she was your president in 1999-2000!
Thank you, Betts Mayer, for generously supporting women surgeons and recognizing Dr. Mills! Are you interested in recognizing an invaluable surgeon in your life? Simply click the link below, select a donation amount, and select "I would like to dedicate my donation to someone special."
Celebrating a Friend
The Association of Women Surgeons is pleased to announce a donation made in honor of Nell Maloney Patel, MD.
“As lifelong friends of Dr. Maloney Patel, her friends chose to celebrate a milestone birthday by donating to the future of women in surgery." - Dr. Stephanie Bonne
Interested in honoring your friends, colleagues, and mentors in a unique and impactful way? Consider making a gift in support of women surgeons in their name. Simply click the link below, select a donation amount, and select "I would like to dedicate my donation to someone special."
AWS Foundation Awardees Share their Experiences
Each year the Association of Women Surgeons Foundation presents awards to outstanding women surgeons and supporters. These awards are made possible through the generosity of AWS Foundation donors.
We asked past winners to reflect on what receiving an AWSF Award meant to them, and how it impacted their journeys.
Meera Kotagal, MD, MPH
2013 AWSF Dr. Hilary Sanfey Outstanding Resident Awardee
Dr. Sanfey is an incredible role model. Being named the Hilary Sanfey Outstanding Resident in 2013 was such a tremendous honor, and one of the standout achievements of my career to date. To be nominated both by my mentors and chair, and to be recognized by the AWS Committee was a moving recognition of both the work I had done to that point, and of my potential to have an impact in the field.
Lisa Bevilacqua, MD
2018 AWSF Patricia Numann Outstanding Medical Student Awardee
The Patricia Numann Award inspired me to enter residency with fearlessness to advocate for change and take on leadership roles during my training. It also allowed me to pursue my interests knowing there was a strong network of other women surgeons that I could rely on for guidance and support. I am extremely grateful for this award and the path that it has helped put me on.
Rebecca Hoffman, MD, MSCE
2018 AWSF Dr. Hilary Sanfey Outstanding Resident Awardee
My Sanfey Award Plaque hangs proudly in my office, a constant reminder of the amazing woman for whom it stands, a reminder of who I strive to be and the legacy I strive to leave, and a reminder of who I was and all that I have worked for.
AWS Foundation Awards are made possible through the generosity of our donors. If you are interested in helping to continue the AWSF Award program, please consider making a donation. Thank you for your ongoing support!
AWSF Travel Grants
Thanks to the generosity of donors, the Association of Women Surgeons Foundation provides travel grants to enable women surgeons to attend the Annual College of Surgeons of East, Central and Southern Africa (COSECSA) conference and Women in Surgery Africa (WiSA) events.
Congratulations to Hana A. Gebreselassi, MD, recipient of the 2022 AWSF Travel Award. In this photo, Dr. Gebreselassi is shown celebrating with Drs. Hilary Sanfey, Patricia Numann, and Amanita Salleh.
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