Dr. Doreen Yee Award

New Teaching Award

This prestigious award honours Dr. Doreen Yee's legacy as the inaugural Program Director of Fellowship Programs in the Department of Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine, Temerty Faculty of Medicine at the University of Toronto from 2009-2023. Established in 2024, it recognizes outstanding educators who exemplify the commitment to fellowship training and education. This award is presented annually to a faculty member who demonstrates exceptional teaching and mentorship of fellows.

Nomination criteria may include and exhibits:

  • Sustained excellence in clinical teaching, lectures, and seminars over at least two consecutive years
  • Innovative approaches to enhance the learning environment and fellow wellness
  • Significant contributions to improving the fellowship program curriculum or structure
  • Active engagement in educational committees or administration
  • An embodiment of professionalism and role modelling for fellows
  • Demonstrated impact on fellows' academic and professional development

Members of the Department of Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine (faculty and fellows) are invited to nominate candidates. For assistance in a nomination, please contact the Fellowship Program at fellowship.anesthesia@utoronto.ca.