The Distinguished Alumnus Award recognizes an alumnus who has made significant contributions to society, and whose accomplishments, affiliations and career exemplifies the School of Medicine’s legacy of excellence.
This award recognizes an alumnus who has built strong public and private partnerships while advocating for the School of Medicine through innovation and commitment to education.
2017 Nancy Joste, MD, '89
2018 Daniel Derksen, MD, Former House Staff '87
2019 Erika Garcia, MD '08
2020 Paul B Roth, MD, Former House Staff '78
2021 Robert F. Melendez, MD, '00
2013 Catherine McClain, MD '88
2015 Valerie Romero-Leggott, MD '92
2014 Albert Kwan, MD '83
2016 Karen Armitage, MD '81
Visionary Site of the Year, established in 2017, is an award that recognizes a New Mexico health system(s) that embodies the mission of the UNM School of Medicine in their dedication to education, creating a diverse network of health care professionals and providing compassionate care to all New Mexicans.
2017 Presbyterian Healthcare Services
2017 Southern New Mexico Family Medicine Residency Program
2018 First Choice Community Healthcare
2018 Piñon Family Practice
2019 La Familia Medical Center
2019 Presbyterian Medical Services
2020 New Mexico Department of Health
2020 Protect NM in collaboration with Little Sisters of the Poor, Gallup
2020 New Mexico Medical Society
2021 Presbyterian Hospital Española
In celebration of the 15th Anniversary of the MD/PhD program.