Doctors-In-Training Awards Nominations

The AMA (NSW) is acknowledging the achievements of exemplary interns, residents, registrars and their supervisors with the 2012 Doctors-in-Training Awards.
The awards will be presented at the 2012 AMA (NSW) / Investec Medical Finance Doctors-in-Training Black & White Ball on Saturday, 3 March in three categories:
- Doctor-in-Training of the Year (interns, residents and registrars)
- Doctor-in-Training Volunteer of the Year (interns, residents and registrars)
- Supervisor of the Year (senior doctors)
Nominations for the AMA (NSW) Doctors-in-Training Awards have now closed.
Award Nomination Information
There is no requirement for the nominee to be a member of the AMA.
AMA (NSW) Councillors will not be considered for these awards.
Any person or persons may nominate a doctor-in-training (intern through to registrar).
Self-nominations will be accepted.
Nominees will be contacted by AMA (NSW) and will be provided with an opportunity to provide referees and/or written contributions to support their nomination.
Doctor-In-Training Of The Year
In the Doctor-in-Training of the Year category we are looking for interns, residents and registrars who not only meet the criteria outlined below but also inspire their colleagues because of the passion they have for their vocation.
- Evidence of commitment to patients
- Evidence of commitment to colleagues
- Evidence of high level skills and knowledge
Doctor-In-Training Volunteer Of The Year
In the Doctor-in-Training Volunteer of the Year category we are looking for interns, residents and registrars who have a passion for using their talents and training to make the world a better place. Criteria considered include:
- Evidence of an ongoing commitment to volunteer work
- Evidence of the nominee's ability to inspire others to engage in volunteer work
- Evidence of the effectiveness of the volunteer work the nominee has undertaken
Supervisor Of The Year
In the Supervisor of the Year category we are not necessarily looking for doctors in formal supervisory positions but rather those senior doctors who have a capacity to inspire the interns, residents and registrars with whom they work. Criteria considered include:
- Evidence of commitment to doctors-in-training above and beyond what the nominee is paid to do
- Evidence of being liked and respected by doctors-in-training and other colleagues
- Evidence of excellent teaching skills and knowledge
Registrar Research Grant – More Information
The AMA (NSW) is also presenting its annual $5,000 Registrar Research Grant at the AMA (NSW) / Investec Doctors-in-Training Black & White Ball.


