Ron L. Nelson Award of Achievement Nomination Form


ELIGIBILITY

Nominee does not have to be a PA or MAPA member.


CRITERIA

The Nominating Committee will consider the following criteria when reviewing applications:

  • Is the nominee well recognized by members of the PA profession and others?
  • Has the nominee demonstrated a commitment to furthering the PA profession in Michigan?
  • Has the nominee advocated for the PA profession?
  • Has the nominee served or improved service to patients and the community?


EXAMPLES OF EVIDENCE TO SUPPORT A NOMINEE

#1 Evidence of recognition by all segments of the PA profession and by others:

  • Is this person well known by the PA profession and well recognized by PAs of different generations?
  • Is this someone for whom there is 'clear evidence' of his/her commitment to the PA profession?
  • What awards and forms of recognition has this person received during his/her career?


#2 Evidence of commitment to the PA profession:

  • How has this person demonstrated long-tem commitment to the PA profession?
  • Has this person spent time outside of clinical practice to promote the PA profession?


#3 Evidence of time spent educating and influencing others in support of the PA profession:

  • Has this person lobbied for the PA profession? (In this context, 'lobby' could mean either (or both) legislatively or before individuals and groups that can impact the PA profession.)
  • How has this person taken the PA message to physician organizations, to others within his/her own profession or organization, and to those within his/her sphere of influcence?
  • You may also email letters of recommendation, news articles and other relevant supporting material to MAPA@MichgianPA.org.

Nominator Infomation

Please provide your contact information.

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Nominee Information

Please provide contact information for the nominee.

Award Criteria

Please provide specific information about the nominee's accomplishments and character.