Robert M. Quencer, M.D., professor and chairman of the Department of Radiology, has been selected to receive the Gold Medal from the American Society of Neuroradiology at their annual meeting in June 2007. This award is given for outstanding contributions to the field of neuroradiology and for furthering the mission of the American Society of Neuroradiology in research, education, and clinical practice.

Roberto Heros, M.D., professor, co-chairman, and residency program director of the Department of Neurological Surgery, received the 2007 Parker J. Palmer Courage to Teach Award from the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. He is one of only ten winners nationwide selected for the honor, which recognizes recipients’ dedication to teaching, patient care, leadership, and mentorship.

Robert J. Myerburg, M.D., professor of medicine, was chosen to receive the Gifted Scientist Award from the American College of Cardiology-Florida Chapter. Myerburg is only the third physician to receive the chapter’s Gifted Scientist Award, which is granted to a scientist working within the state of Florida who has made sentinel contributions to further the knowledge about one or more areas of cardiology through personal research efforts.

Stuart N. Kline, D.D.S., professor of clinical surgery in the Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, received the Donald B. Osbon Award for an Outstanding Educator from the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons during its 88th annual meeting in San Diego in October.

Allan Rodriguez, M.D., associate professor of clinical medicine and infectious diseases, earned the public service achievement award for his dedication, concern, and care for persons of all ages living with HIV/AIDS from the board of directors of the Institute for the Puerto Rican/Hispanic Elderly, Inc.