Graduate Medical Education

Best Clinical Teaching Award

This award is given to a resident/fellow that demonstrates a consistent & remarkable enthusiam for teaching our medical students.

Brock DeAngelo, D.O. 

PGY-4, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Nominator Note:
Dr. Deangelo on many occasions has gone above and beyond as a leader and educator in the PM&R residency program. Whether in the EMG lab, during weekly board review, the inpatient service, or outpatient clinic, he often spends a significant amount of time ensuring his peers gain a comprehensive understanding of the topics at hand. He has even on multiple occasions utilized personal study time to teach ultrasound, OMT, and nerve conduction/EMG techniques to his fellow residents. He is always a pleasure to work with and creates a welcoming learning environment. This all is an addition to other leadership and teaching roles he serves in our program, such as our social media chair and presenter of regular didactic sessions as a part of our weekly didactics program. The UT PM&R program and GME community is very fortunate to call him one of our own. He will undoubtedly continue to be an excellent physician educator and make a positive impact on those who have the pleasure of working with him.

Dr. DeAngelo is a leader in our busy student rotation. He goes above and beyond to educate our students about PM&R. He also takes the time to teach both academically and clinically. His ability to teach at the student level is commendable.

Excellence in Patient Care Award 

This award is given to a resident/fellow who exemplifies the highest standards in professionalism including compassion, commitment, honor & integrity, respect for the patients, colleagues, & all members of the healthcare team.

Amanda Springer, M.D.

PGY-2, Psychiatry

Nominator Note:

It is with great enthusiasm that I am nominating Dr. Amanda Springer for the 2025 Resident Excellence in Patient Care Award. Dr. Springer exemplifies the highest standards of patient care through her unwavering dedication, exceptional clinical skills, and profound compassion. Her contributions to patient care extend far beyond expectations, consistently improving the lives of those she treats.

Dr. Springer does not simply care for her patients; she profoundly impacts their lives. Her impact is also evident in her work with patients facing complex challenges. Dr. Springer attends to even the smallest patient needs with remarkable dedication. Dr. Springer’s impressive CV, including her induction into the Gold Humanism Honor Society and numerous leadership roles, research contributions, and presentations, further solidifies her as a remarkable physician. Her commitment to excellence in patient care is unparalleled, making her an exemplary candidate for this award.

Dr. Amanda Springer is not only deserving of the 2025 Resident Excellence in Patient Care Award—she epitomizes its very essence. Recognizing her achievements with this honor would be a fitting tribute to her profound impact on patients, colleagues, and the field of medicine.

Professionalism as a Member of the House Staff 

This award is given to a resident/fellow who best exemplifies professionalism & compassionate clinical care of patients as well as the science & art of medicine in the care of patients.

Mitra Patel, M.D.

PGY-6, Cardiology

Nominator Note:

Dr Patel exemplifies Professionalism in actions more than words. He is currently the Chief Cardiology Fellow and leads by example. He is the first to volunteer to cover service that need help. He is universally praised by staff in all parts of the Division for always going the 'extra mile' in communication and collegiality. He has created clinical guidelines for the performance of TEEs in patients with Structural Heart Disease that will benefit patients, co-Fellows, staff and Faculty. He works with a genuine enthusiasm for learning and teaching and enjoys teaching students, residents and junior fellows. If you are looking for a "collegial, generous individual with a strong sense of collaboration, and can-do attitude" - look no further than Mitra!

Best Clinical Teaching Award

Mohamad Ali Cheaito, M.D. 

PGY-3 - Emergency Medicine

Excellence in Patient Care Award 

Zohaib Ahmed, M.D.

PGY-4 - Gastroenterology

Professionalism as a Member of the House Staff 

Sidra Saleem, M.D.

PGY-4 - Neurology

Best Clinical Teaching Award

Jeff Cross, M.D.

PGY-5 – Orthopaedic Surgery

Professionalism as a Member of the House Staff 

Sumayya Naz, M.D.

PGY-5 – Neurology

Excellence in PAtient Care Award

Kara Richardson, M.D.

PGY-4 – OBGYN