Happy and sad times

Well, we did it. We had to let them graduate... but we sure will miss them! It was a great night of celebration of accomplishments and sad goodbyes. This class holds a special place in my heart because they were the first that I was primarily responsible for selecting and recruiting as a new Program Director. I'm very proud of them and all they've accomplished. What a talented group of young people!

The UTMB-FM Faculty of the Year for 2006 is Dr. Cecilia Romero. Dr. Romero has served UTMB, the Family Medicine Residency and Pre-Doc programs and so many other organizations in more ways than I can possibly name. The FMR will especially miss her contributions to our Community Medicine curriculum and as a valued and trusted resident mentor. Dr. Romero will retire in September and she too will be missed. See the video of Dr. Romero's award presentation.

Outgoing Chief Residents Clint Watson, M.D. and Huelen Smith, M.D. with Administrative Associate Louis Johnston announce award recipients.

Staff Appreciation Award recipient, Rosie Vincent

I won't list all the award recipients and graduates individually here because we will have a section of the website devoted to the details, so check the photo album in a few days. Thank you to the FMR Staff who did so much to make this a great night. Thank you to the residents of the Class of 2006, who have worked so hard and made us all so proud of them.

Congratulations, Residents of the Class of 2006!!