Dr. George Speck, alumnus of SMHS Class of 1941, generously established an annual award in loving memory of his first wife, Doris DeFord Speck. Dr. David Speck, continuing in this tradition on behalf of his parents, will honor a medical student, who, in the words of his father will be: "a wonderful, caring doctor", and who has demonstrated exceptional aptitude for a dedication to biomedical research. Since the award was established, the SMHS Committee on Research has chosen a 3rd or 4th year medical student who best embodies these characteristics from nominations from the faculty.
Any 3rd or 4th year medical student who wishes to be considered for this prize or any faculty member who desires to sponsor a student should submit the following by March 13, 2023:
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