Honoring SMCMA Distinguished Service Award Recipients July 31, 2025 Areas of interest(s): awards, leadership In July, your SMCMA launched a virtual photo gallery to recognize physicians who have received the Distinguished Service Award (DSA) - SMCMA’s highest honor. Awarded annually, the DSA celebrates local physicians who demonstrate: Exceptional commitment to service and community involvement Leadership, integrity, and the core values of the medical profession Dedication to patient care and the betterment of public health Efforts to expand access to quality care, especially for underserved populations Visit the SMCMA Distinguished Service Award Recipients page to explore the gallery and meet the physicians who exemplify excellence in medicine and community service. DSA nominations are accepted year-round. To nominate a colleague, email smcma@smcma.org with a brief statement explaining why the candidate should be considered, including specific examples of the nominee’s achievements. Help us celebrate the physicians who make a lasting impact in our community!