The recipient of the John Davis Whelchel, Jr MD Resident Award is a third-year surgery resident with a passion for surgery and demonstration of a strong surgical skill set. This individual must participate and show a drive towards research that advances a surgical field of focus in his/her career path. As a third-year resident, the recipient should already demonstrate the refining qualities of a mentor along with an unwavering dedication and compassion for his/her patients.
The recipient of the John Davis Whelchel, Jr MD Faculty Award should embody a young faculty surgeon who shows strong potential as a leader in a specific field of surgery. This faculty member should demonstrate accomplishment in areas of research that advance an area of surgical practice and/or improve patient outcomes or access to care. Despite all other accomplishments, this recipient should embody the core characteristics remembered most by Dr. John D. Whelchel: his surgical expertise, inspiring mentorship, and compassionate bedside manner.