Awards for Excellence/Fellowships

Among the highlights of every Summit are the award ceremonies that recognize and congratulate the most accomplished and committed executives, project teams, and organizations in the field. The work undertaken by the award winners is recognized by all attendees and the ceremonies help to create a conference environment that is inspirational and motivating. The following recognition and award events are planned for the 2008 Summit:

	Award	Sponsored By
	The TRUST Award The Health Research & Educational Trust present the TRUST Award to an individual who has exhibited visionary leadership to influence change in the health care field.
	The American Hospital Association -- McKesson Quest for Quality Prize® The AHA -- McKesson Quest for Quality Prize honors leadership and innovation in patient care, quality, safety and commitment.
	Circle of Life Awards® The American Hospital Association Circle of Life Awards recognize innovation in end-of-life and palliative care.
	Most Wired™ Awards Health Care’s 100 Most Wired hospitals and health systems will be honored for their innovative use of online technologies.
	AHA NOVA Awards® The American Hospital Association NOVA Awards honor effective, collaborative projects focused on improving community health status.
	HRET Fellowship Program The Health Research & Educational Trust Patient Safety Leadership Fellows will be recognized. The Fellowship is the premier leadership development program for health care improvement leaders across the United States and internationally.