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Local Hero Award
The 2013 Call for Nominations is now closed. Award recipients will be announced in June 2013.
2013 Call for Nominations | Nomination Form
2012 LOCAL HEROES
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Marsha Griffin, MD FAAP provides care for children in one of the most medically underserved and impoverished communities in the United States as Chief of Pediatrics at Brownsville Community Health Center. Dr. Griffin helped establish the first two active medical-legal partnerships for children in Texas. This program places lawyers in the clinical setting to provide on-site legal aid addressing the social determinants that negatively impact the health of vulnerable populations. Dr. Griffin has committed to serving the indigent and underserved, extending herself not only in caring for her patients, but in advocating for systemic change. |
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C. Damon Moore, MD FAAP is Managing Partner of Pediatric Healthcare in Virginia. Dr. Moore is an active community pediatrician noted for his support for children and families during difficult life and family transitions. He is recognized by patients and families for his dedication to physical and emotional health and wellbeing. Dr. Moore developed a "For Dads Only" program in his practice, to support and educate expectant fathers. Dr. Moore is also active in community health organizations, including the Make a Wish Foundation of the Mid-Atlantic and Covenant House. |
ABOUT THE LOCAL HEROES AWARD
The Council on Community Pediatrics Local Hero Award recognizes pediatricians who lead community action and advocacy for children in local communities. This award is presented to individuals who epitomize the “community pediatrician.” The award is presented to two pediatricians annually.
PREVIOUS AWARD RECIPIENTS
| 2011 |
Andrea Green, MD, FAAP |
Daniel Plasencia, MD, FAAP |
| 2010 |
Echezona Ezeanolue, MD, MPH, FAAP |
Alina Olteanu, MD, PhD, FAAP |
| 2009 |
Angel Mendoza, Jr, MD, FAAP |
Laura Jean Shipley, MD, FAAP |
| 2008 |
M. Edward Ivancic, MD, FAAP |
Earnestine Willis, MD, MPH, FAAP |
| 2007 |
Terence Joiner, MD, FAAP |
Phyllis Cavens, MD, FAAP |
| 2006 |
Charles
Schubert, MD, FAAP |
Anu
Partap, MD, MPH, FAAP |
| 2005 |
Robert
Anderson, MD, FAAP |
Tom
Young, MD, FAAP |
| 2004 |
Wendy Gladstone, MD, FAAP |
Blaine Sayre, MD, FAAP |
| 2003 |
George Bunch, MD, FAAP |
Suzanne C. Boulter, MD, FAAP |
| 2002 |
Donald Cantley, MD, FAAP |
Marsha Raulerson, MD, FAAP |
FOR MORE INFORMATION
For more information about the Council on
Community Pediatrics or the Local Heroes Award, e-mail COCP Staff or (800) 433-9016, ext 7085.
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American Academy of Pediatrics, 141 Northwest Point Blvd., Elk Grove Village, IL, 60007, 847-434-4000
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