2024, May 10
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Dr. Massimo Pignatelli, NU Vice President, Receives 2024 AAHCI Distinguished Service Award
2024, May 10
Share this articleThe Association of Academic Health Centers International (AAHCI) has awarded Prof. Dr. Massimo Pignatelli, Vice President and Dean of the NU School of Medicine, the 2024 Distinguished Service Award.
The official ceremony to honor and present the award took place on May 2, 2024, in Washington, DC, United States, during the 2024 AAHCI Global Innovation Forum.
The AAHCI Distinguished Service Award recognizes individuals for their extraordinary commitment, leadership, and service in enhancing the effectiveness of academic health centers worldwide in patient care, biomedical research, and health professions education.
Prof. Pignatelli has been honored for his exceptional contributions to the global academic health community in several areas, including:
- Visionary leadership and outstanding service to AAHCI;
- Significant contributions to advancing the work of academic health centers worldwide;
- A crucial and collaborative role during the key transition period for the merger of AAHCI with the American Association of Medical Colleges (AAMC);
- Ongoing guidance for AAHCI activities in Central Asia and beyond;
- Leadership as Chairman of the Steering Committee from 2021 to 2023.
Prof. Pignatelli's leadership and expertise continue to drive significant advancements in the healthcare education sector, impacting not only Central Asia but also the global community. NU, alongside the broader academic community, extends heartfelt congratulations to Prof. Pignatelli for his outstanding achievements and for setting a standard of excellence in academic healthcare leadership.
