AMA honors retiring ACP leader with lifetime achievement award

During the opening session of its 2016 Interim Meeting, the American Medical Association (AMA) presented Steven E. Weinberger, M.D., MACP, FRCP, CEO emeritus of the American College of Physicians (ACP), with the Medical Executive Lifetime Achievement Award. The award honors a medical association executive who has contributed substantially to the goals and ideals of the medical profession.

“The AMA is honored to present this award to Dr. Weinberger for his consistent commitment to the ethos of the ACP and to making a positive impact on health care delivery for the nation,” said AMA President Andrew W. Gurman, M.D. “He is a visionary who inspires many, finds meaningful solutions for challenges and consistently and creatively builds consensus – all signs of a skilled leader.”