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Clinical Center Director Dr. John Gallin has been named the 2001 Physician Executive of the Year by the Physicians Professional Advisory Committee of the U.S. Public Health Service.
The award was presented to Dr. Gallin by U.S. Surgeon General Dr. David Satcher during the annual meeting of the Commissioned Officer’s Association. The award recognizes a physician executive who plays a key role in the successful administration of a PHS program.
The recipient makes exceptional contributions to the accomplishments and goals of the PHS while serving as a manager. He makes choices that maximize the use of available resources and enhances the goodwill between the U.S. government and the public.
“It is a great honor to receive such a special award,” said Gallin.