ACE Rising Stars

The Rising Star Award is an Academy of Clinical Excellence (ACE) initiative recognizing Residents and Fellows in Clinical Departments. It recognizes individuals who consistently exceed expectations, demonstrate dedication to patient care, and exhibit a rich knowledge base with the ability to implement and communicate their skills effectively in clinical practice, education, and research.

The ACE Rising Star Award aligns with the Academy’s mission of recognizing and promoting clinical excellence. This award honors outstanding Residents and Fellows who embody the Academy’s core values, demonstrate exceptional abilities in clinical medicine and inspire others.

Criteria of Excellence

The Rising Star Award, presented biennially by the Academy of Clinical Excellence (ACE), recognizes up to 5% of Residents and Fellows in each clinical department. For smaller training programs, a minimum of one individual may be selected. Awardees are recognized for their exceptional ability and performance in the following domains:

• Humanism, emotional intelligence, professionalism, and passionfor clinical medicine
• Intellect, clinical acumen, technical skill,and the ability to navigate healthcare systems to address patients' needs within their context
• Scholarly productivityand innovation
• Leadershipas educators and role models among peers and clinical teams