2015 Award Recipients
2015 Award Recipients
DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI AWARD
2015 LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
Presented in recognition of outstanding service by an alumna or alumnus whose work has made a
significant mark in the field of medicine and whose efforts have brought distinction to Case Western
Reserve University School of Medicine.
Alfred G. Gilman, MD, PhD [MED ‘69, GRS ‘69]
To be presented to an alumnus/a who has exhibited outstanding lifelong
commitment, inspiration and dedication to improving the lives of others that has
brought about distinction for Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine.
MD CATEGORY
Lissy Feingold Jarvik, MD [MED’54]
HONORARY ALUMNUS OF THE YEAR
AWARD
MD CATEGORY
Bruce D. Walker, MD [MED’80]
Presented to a non-graduate of the Case Western Reserve University School
of Medicine, whose distinguished career at the university and national
recognition have brought about distinction for Case Western Reserve
University School of Medicine.
Michael M. Lederman, MD
SPECIAL RECOGNITION AWARD
MED-RELATED PhD OR MD/PhD CATEGORY
Hildegard Lamfrom, PhD [GRS’50] – posthumous
To be presented to an alumnus/a who has made extraordinary contributions
in areas not recognized by the other awards, including exceptional community
service, clinical expertise, teaching/mentoring, social or civic engagement, or
other notable achievements.
Anne F. Zimmerman, MD [MED’74] – posthumous
CLIFFORD J. VOGT, MD ’34 ALUMNI
SERVICE AWARD
Presented to an alumnus/a who best emulates the spirit of Dr. Vogt in
unselfish devotion of time and activities that have benefited Case Western
Reserve University School of Medicine.
Scott R. Inkley, MD [MED’45]
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SPECIAL MEDICAL ALUMNI SERVICE
AWARD
Presented to individuals who have made extraordinary contributions to the
field of medicine and who have provided notable service to Case Western
Reserve University School of Medicine.
Gene H. Barnett, MD [MED’80]
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