Marvin M.D. Williams Professional Achievement Award

This award recognizes an AAPM member for an eminent career in medical physics with an emphasis on clinical medical physics. 

Nomination Eligibility Criteria: 

To be eligible for nomination, individuals must hold Full or Full-Lifetime (formerly Emeritus) membership status within AAPM for a minimum of 10 years (120 months) at the time of the nomination. Additionally, candidates must have the following qualifications:

• Significant influence on the development of the profession of medical physics through professional matters, education of medical physicists and clinical practice development, and
• Leadership in national and/or international organizations, and
• Active participation in AAPM or ACMP as shown by service as a committee chair, member of the board of directors, officer, or similar activities, and
• The recipient must be an AAPM or ACMP Fellow.

It's important to note that individuals currently serving as members on the AAPM Awards and Honors Committee are not eligible for nomination or to act as supporters in any capacity.

Nomination Process Overview:

Phase 1: Nomination Eligibility Verification Process

1. The nominator should access the nomination system using their AAPM credentials and utilize the "Lookup Field" to identify a nominee meeting the eligibility criteria.
2. The system will automatically cross-reference the AAPM membership database to verify eligibility. If the nominee meets the criteria, their information will pre-fill the necessary fields.
3. If the proposed nominee is deemed ineligible, the nominator will receive a notification in the system, and the nomination process cannot proceed.

Phase 2: Nominee Acceptance/Rejection

1. If the proposed nominee is eligible, an email is sent to the nominee, offering the option to accept or reject the nomination.
2. Upon acceptance, the nominator receives an email from the system (noreply@secure-platform.com) detailing the progression to the next phase.
3. If declined, the nominee is removed from consideration, and the nominator will be informed of the nominee's decision to decline. 

Phase 3: Nomination Finalization

1. After the nominee accepts the nomination, the nominator will receive an email from noreply@secure-platform.com with instructions to go back into the nomination system.
2. Complete the final steps of the nomination:
   • Upload Nomination Letter (Required): Ensure it is ready in PDF file format. Upload it during this phase.
   • Upload Nominee's CV (Required): Upload the nominee's CV during this phase.
   • Supporting Letters (Optional): The nominator will be guided to add up to four individuals to support the nomination through formal letters. Support letters may be from AAPM members or non-members, and you are responsible for uploading them during this phase.

Note for Phase 3: To enhance the efficiency of the process, it is recommended to have the nomination letter, nominee's CV, and any support letters ready in PDF file format before entering this phase of the nomination. This ensures a smooth and timely completion of the nomination process.

IMPORTANT NOTES: 

1. Award Frequency:
   • No more than two awards will be given in any year, and the award does not have to be awarded yearly. Nominations should be made when suitable candidates meeting the eligibility criteria are identified.
2. Posthumous Nominations:
   • Nominations will not be considered for individuals posthumously. 
3. Supporters' Access to CV:
   • Supporters will not have direct access to the nominee's CV within the system. As the nominator, it is your responsibility to share the nominee's CV with any invited supporters.
4. Notification of System Emails:
   • Inform the nominee that all communication from the system will originate from the email address noreply@secure-platform.com. It's crucial that they are aware of this to avoid overlooking important notifications.
5. Timely Responses:
   • Encourage both the nominee and supporters to respond to system emails promptly to ensure a smooth nomination process.
6. Documentation Format:
   • Confirm that all required documentation, including the nomination letter, CV, and any supporting letters, are in PDF file format before entering Phase 3 of the nomination. This helps streamline the process and prevents any delays.
7. Final Decision:
   • Applicants will be notified of decisions in the Spring of 2025. Recipients will be honored at the AAPM Awards and Honors Ceremony and Reception during the 67th Annual Meeting & Exhibition in Washington, DC, in 2025.

► For any inquiries about the functionality of the nomination system, please contact Nancy Vazquez, AAPM Programs Manager.

► For specific questions regarding eligibility criteria for any of the association awards, please contact Jerry White, Awards and Honors Committee Chair.

AAPM encourages nominations for a specific award, but the Association may recommend a different award if appropriate.

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