ICEP recognizes and honors the dedication, service, and contributions of our outstanding members who are leaders in the field of emergency medicine.
Presented each year at the Ginny Kennedy Palys Annual Symposium and Annual Business Meeting, these awards honor individuals who have gone above and beyond in advancing ICEP’s mission and elevating the practice of emergency medicine throughout Illinois.
ICEP's awards:
ICEP Bill B. Smiley Award
ICEP’s highest honor, recognizing a member for a lifetime of extraordinary service to both ICEP and the field of emergency medicine in Illinois. This award is reserved for those whose contributions have made a profound and lasting impact on the profession.
ICEP Downstate Member Service Award
This award recognizes the contributions of a member living and working outside the metropolitan Chicago area. It celebrates the unique challenges faced by those in Illinois' downstate regions and honors their invaluable contributions to the field and to ICEP.
ICEP Meritorious Service Award
This award is presented to a member who has demonstrated exceptional service, advocacy, education, or other notable contributions to ICEP. It acknowledges individuals whose dedication has significantly advanced the organization’s mission and the practice of emergency medicine.
Nomination Submission Package
All nominations must include the following in which you can upload below.
- Candidate’s CV/Resume
- Photo/headshot of candidate
- Cover letter explaining the candidate’s nomination. (2 pages maximum in length)
- If nominating a candidate for multiple awards, separate cover letters must be sent in support each award nomination must be submitted via the online form.
Please complete the information below to submit your nomination for consideration!