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Dr. Richard Simon Excellence in Clinical Neurosciences Award

The Dr. Richard Simon Excellence in Clinical Neurosciences Award will be given annually to celebrate Dr. Richard Simon’s distinguished career at UConn Health and his pioneering contributions to medicine. The award will be given to a clinician, staff member, or student who exemplifies excellence in any area of the neurosciences at UConn Health.

Award Winners

2023

3 UConn Health Nurses Recognized for Outstanding Care

Tara Holm, Jennifer Pickert, and Meagan Zolla

2021

2nd Simon Award Recognizes Stroke, Multiple Sclerosis Providers

Josauris Rivera, Kristen Vavrek, Jennifer Sposito, Kimberly Fofana, Karen Nelson, and Marina Creed

2020

OR Team Shares 1st Dr. Richard Simon Award

Ellen Benson, Shevonne White, and Georgia Priestley