Awards and Recognition

MD-PhD students at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai are eligible for a range of awards and honors recognizing excellence in education, research, service, and leadership.

Medical School Awards MD-PhD students are eligible to receive Medical School Education Awards, Medical Education Awards, and Medical School Academic Awards during the year they participate in the commencement ceremony and are awarded their dual MD-PhD degree.

• Gold Humanism Honor Society: Awarded based on excellence in clinical care, leadership, compassion, and dedication to service.

Graduate School Achievement Awards Students are also eligible for Graduate School Achievement Awards in the year they defend their PhD. This may occur prior to their participation in the final MD-PhD commencement ceremony.

Service to the MSTP Award: Open to MD-PhD students at any stage of training, recognizing outstanding contributions to the MSTP community.

Distinctions

• Distinction in Community Service-Global Health: Recognizes significant contributions to community service and global health initiatives.

• Distinction in Research: Awarded to students who have demonstrated exceptional achievements and leadership in research.

• Distinction in Medical Education: Honors students who have made meaningful contributions to teaching, curriculum development, and educational leadership.