Each year, the Center presents two awards - one for faculty and one for students, recognizing outstanding faculty and students making a meaningful impact in stroke prevention and recovery. We celebrate individuals who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to advancing stroke care through research, clinical practice, community service, or leadership initiatives. 

three women and an award
Abbey Kroll (center) with Gwen Larsen, Education and Community Outreach Coordinator for Tedy's Team Center of Excellence (l) and President and John Hilton Knowles Professor Paula Milone-Nuzzo (r).

Tedy’s Team Center of Excellence in Stroke Recovery Student Impact Award

The Tedy’s Team Center of Excellence in Stroke Recovery Student Impact Award is a prestigious honor recognizing outstanding students at the MGH Institute of Health Professions who are making a meaningful impact in stroke prevention and recovery. This award celebrates individuals who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to advancing stroke care through research, clinical practice, community service, or leadership initiatives.

Each year, one student is selected for their significant contributions to the stroke community, aligning with the mission of the Tedy’s Team Center of Excellence in Stroke Recovery. 
 

Nominees must:

  • Be a current student at the MGH Institute of Health Professions enrolled in a health- related program.
  • Demonstrate active involvement in stroke prevention or recovery efforts through research, clinical practice, community engagement, or innovative projects.
  • Exhibit leadership, dedication, and potential to make a lasting impact on stroke care and public health.
  • Contribute to advancing the mission of the Tedy’s Team Center of Excellence in Stroke Recovery.
Three women pose with the one in the middle holding an award
Dr. Anne McCarthy Jacobson (c), the inaugural recipient of the Faculty Excellence Award from Tedy's Team Center of Excellence in Stroke Recovery, with Dr. Gwen Larsen (l), the Center’s education and community outreach coordinator, and Dr. Kim Erler, director of the Center.

Tedy’s Team Center of Excellence in Stroke Recovery Faculty Excellence Award

The Tedy’s Team Center of Excellence in Stroke Recovery Faculty Excellence Award is a distinguished honor recognizing faculty members of the MGH Institute of Health Professions who have made outstanding contributions to stroke recovery or prevention. This award celebrates individuals who have demonstrated excellence in advancing stroke care through research, clinical practice, community service, or leadership initiatives.  

Each year, one faculty member is selected for their significant impact on stroke recovery or prevention, aligning with the mission of the Tedy’s Team Center of Excellence in Stroke Recovery. 
 

Applicants must:

  • Hold at least a 0.5 FTE faculty position at the MGH Institute of Health Professions.
  • Be actively involved in stroke prevention or recovery efforts through research, clinical practice, community engagement, or innovative projects.
  • Demonstrate leadership, dedication, and a commitment to making a lasting impact on stroke care and public health.
  • Contribute to advancing the mission of the Tedy’s Team Center of Excellence in Stroke Recovery.