Scholarships and Awards

The medical school funds a variety of awards to support your professional development and recognize your accomplishments within the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Department Awards

  • Marcos B. Gallego, MD Award
    12/14/16
    This award is given to a PGY-1 resident in recognition of overall clinical excellence.
  • Mauricio Young Professional Award
    12/14/16
    This award is given to a PGY-2 resident in recognition of their commitment to professional and personal development.
  • Robert J. Patterson, MD Award
    1/25/18
    This award is given to a PGY-2 resident in recognition of outstanding patient care and compassion.
  • Shashikant Lele, MD Award
    1/25/18
    This honor is given to a PGY-3 resident in recognition of excellence in gynecologic oncology.
  • Wayne Johnson, MD Award
    12/14/16
    This award is given to a PGY-3 resident in recognition of outstanding clinical performance in the care of the maternal and fetal patient.
  • Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine Award
    12/14/16
    This award is given to a PGY-3 resident in recognition of their excellence in obstetrics.
  • Buffalo Gynecologic and Obstetric Society Award
    12/14/16
    This award is given to a PGY-3 resident in recognition of overall academic and clinical excellence in obstetrics and gynecology.
  • David H. Nichols, MD Award
    12/14/16
    This award is given to a PGY-4 resident for overall excellence in gynecologic surgery.
  • Vincent J. Capraro, MD Award
    12/14/16
    This award is given to a PGY-4 resident in recognition of academic and clinical excellence.
  • Kent Crickard, MD Award
    12/14/16
    This award is given in recognition of knowledge and commitment to continued education in the field of reproductive medicine.
  • Student Teaching Award
    12/14/16
    This award is given in recognition of outstanding medical student teaching.

School Awards

  • Award of Excellence for Promoting Inclusion and Cultural Diversity
    5/22/25
    This honorary award acknowledges individuals whose actions, example and efforts contribute to a respectful and supportive environment at the university and in the Western New York community.
  • Thomas F. Frawley, MD Research Fellowship Award
    8/25/21
    Supports medical or surgical residents and new graduates for whom research represents a primary personal interest and passion.