Margaret F. Butler Outstanding Mentor of Women in Head and Neck Surgery Award

The Women in Head and Neck Surgery Service of the American Head and Neck Society (AHNS)  Margaret F. Butler Outstanding Mentor of Women in Head and Neck Surgery Award

The American Head and Neck Society and the Women in Head and Neck Surgery Service are soliciting nominations for the Margaret F. Butler Outstanding Mentor of Women in Head and Neck Surgery Award.

Dr. Margaret Butler was the first female otolaryngology chair in the United States. In 1906, she was appointed Chair of Ear, Nose, and Throat at Women’s Medical College of Pennsylvania. As a respected otolaryngologist and an ambassador of the specialty, Dr. Butler provided a blueprint for generations of future female otolaryngologists.

The purpose of this Award is to recognize individuals who have demonstrated leadership in the promotion of gender diversity and sponsorship of women in the field of Head and Neck Surgery and its related endeavors. A secondary goal is to encourage the training and mentorship of future women leaders in our specialty.

Individuals nominated for this award should have the following qualities:

1. Has demonstrated leadership and a consistent track record of promoting gender diversity and equity in head and neck surgery, and its related fields.

2. Has consistently sponsored and promoted women in head and neck surgery and related endeavors.

3. Has successfully mentored individuals through merit-based career advancements and promotions.

4. Has had a measurable impact in the promotion of women in head and neck surgery and its related fields, i.e., career advancement of mentees, mentorship in publications and research, etc.

5. Present or past member of the AHNS is preferred but not required.

Submission requires a nomination letter, a second supporting letter from an AHNS member, and the nominee’s CV/Resume to be uploaded with the application.

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Submission deadline is October 31st! Please email [email protected] with any questions.