Criteria for Nomination 

Any member of the Government Services Chapter of the American College of Emergency Physicians (GSACEP) may nominate himself/herself or another member for this scholarship. The leadership team of any hospital or military treatment facility may nominate a GSACEP member for this scholarship. The nominee must be a GSACEP member.

The Bernadette Carr Legacy Scholarship recognizes the selfless service, camaraderie, respect and friendship of GSACEP’s longest serving Executive Director. Her dedication, integrity and loyalty to the chapter exemplify the military values our members strive to attain. During her tenure, Bernie was the champion of the Government Services Symposium (formerly called Joint Services Symposium), working tirelessly behind the scenes to make each conference an unparalleled success for attendees from all perspectives: professional, social, educational and research/academic. Recipients of the Legacy Scholarship receive complimentary registration to the Government Services Symposium and an honorarium to include hotel expenses and $500 towards travel. Recipients are expected to attend the GSACEP Board of Directors Meeting during GSS and meaningfully participate.

Annual call for nominees: Dec

Deadline for nomination: Jan 31st

Application Form

New starting in 2022 - Excellence in Teaching Awards!

Senior & Junior Awards 

Excellence in Teaching Award, Senior Faculty

Criteria for Nomination 

Any member of the Government Services Chapter of the American College of Emergency Physicians (GSACEP) may nominate himself/herself or another member for this award. The leadership team of any hospital or military treatment facility may nominate a GSACEP member for this award. 

This is the highest educational award offered by GSACEP, intended to recognize a leader with a long-standing record of significant educational contributions to Government Service, VA and/or military emergency medicine, resulting in noteworthy impact on the profession.   

Nominees must meet the following criteria:

• Active member of GSACEP
• Outstanding educational work and professional activities.
• A proven enduring record of noteworthy, sustained, contributions to military emergency medicine education
• 7 or more years post-residency

Supporting Letters:

• It is recommended to include a summary letter with direct quote/support from a learner groups, which may include: emergency medicine residents, medical students, medics/Corpsmen
• It is recommended to include a letter of support from a colleague, department chair, or other leader that is familiar with the nominees contributions

Annual call for nominees: Dec

Deadline for nominations: 31Jan

Letter of support from a designated group of learners with which the nominee has been most directly involved. This could be emergency medicine residents, medical students, emergency medicine fellows, or other health professional learners (ie, paramedic students).

Documentation of teaching ratings and awards, educational efforts, GSACEP/ACEP educational programs, and major innovative educational programs. Awardees' are notified in the March time frame. The award is presented at the annual Government Services Symposium. 

Application Form

Excellence in Teaching Award, Junior Faculty

Criteria for Nomination 

Any member of the Government Services Chapter of the American College of Emergency Physicians (GSACEP) may nominate himself/herself or another member for this award. The leadership team of any hospital or military treatment facility may nominate a GSACEP member for this award. 

This educational award offered by GSACEP, is intended to recognize a leader with significant contributions and a promising future in Government Service, VA and/or military emergency medicine education.

Nominees must meet the following criteria:

• Active member of GSACEP
• Outstanding educational work and professional activities.
• A proven enduring record of noteworthy, sustained, contributions to military emergency medicine education
• Less than 7 years post-residency

Supporting Letters:

• It is recommended to include a summary letter with direct quotes/support from a learner group, which may include: emergency medicine residents, medical students, medics/Corpsmen
• It is recommended to include a letter of support from a colleague, department chair, or other leader that is familiar with the nominee’s contributions

Annual call for nominees: Nov/Dec

Deadline for nominations: 31Jan

Letter of support from a designated group of learners with which the nominee has been most directly involved. This could be emergency medicine residents, medical students, emergency medicine fellows, or other health professional learners (ie, paramedic students).

Documentation of teaching ratings and awards, educational efforts, GSACEP/ACEP educational programs, and major innovative educational programs. Awardees' are notified in the March time frame. The award is presented at the annual Government Services Symposium. 

Application Form

Criteria for Nomination 

The GSACEP Rising Star Award is intended to honor the junior Emergency Medicine staff that most exemplifies excellence and dedication to service.  Similar in intent to sports-based “rising star” awards, the GSACEP Rising Star Award is given annually to a standout young EM physician who displays exceptional service to the Government Services Section and/or outstanding leadership in the profession.  

Nominees must meet the following criteria:

• Between one and five years out of Emergency Medicine Residency Training
• Active member of GSACEP
• Outstanding work and professional activities.
• Notable service to professional Emergency Medicine organizations (preferably GSACEP).

Any member of the Government Services Chapter of the American College of Emergency Physicians (GSACEP) may nominate himself/herself or another member for this award using the GSACEP Rising Star Award Nomination Form.  The leadership team of any hospital, military treatment facility, or military unit may also nominate someone for this award.  

Annual call for nominees: Dec

Deadline for nominations: 31Jan

Selection and presentation

The Rising Star award winner is selected by a majority vote of awards committee members, the chair vote deciding in a tie situation. Awardees' are notified in the March time frame. The award is presented at the annual Government Services Symposium.   

Application Form

Criteria for Nomination  

Any member of the Government Services Chapter of the American College of Emergency Physicians (GSACEP) may nominate himself/herself or another member for this award. The leadership team of any hospital or military treatment facility may nominate a GSACEP member for this award.  This award recognizes a GSACEP member that made significant contributions to the health, welfare and/or safety of our nation’s veterans.   

Nominees must meet the following criteria:

• Active member of GSACEP 
• Outstanding work and professional activities.
• A record of noteworthy contributions benefiting veterans.

Annual call for nominees: Dec

Deadline for nominations: 31Jan

Selection and presentation

The Veterans Advocate award winner is selected by a majority vote of awards committee members, the chair vote deciding in a tie situation.  Awardees' are notified in the March time frame. The award is presented at the annual Government Services Symposium. 

Application Form