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Scott Halpern Receives J Randall Curtis Humanism Award from the American Thoracic Society

American Thoracic Society May 17, 2025

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Orange and yellow graphic with headshot of Scott Halpern, the PAIR Center's logo and ATS 2025 logo, and the words "J Randall Curtis Humanism Award."

The J Randall Curtis Humanism Award recognizes and celebrates individuals whose work reflects the ideals espoused by Dr. Curtis—ATS leader and pioneer in the science of end-of-life care— throughout his career of compassion, humanism and mentorship. The recipient reflects these values in daily practice and continuously strives to be an exemplar of humanism in healthcare. This award assesses their professional and personal skills, and professional and academic activities that provide evidence of the following qualities and characteristics: exceptional mentoring skills, compassionate delivery of patient care, competence in scientific endeavors, respect for patients, families and colleagues, embodiment of the values of diversity, equity and inclusion in their daily work and life, effective, empathic communication and listening skills and service to community.

Dr. Scott Halpern will receive this award on Saturday, May 17th, during the Opening Ceremony of the ATS 2025 International Conference. Read more about the ATS Awards here.