U of M Honors Professor for Lifetime Service to Children

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U OF M HONORS PROFESSOR FOR LIFETIME SERVICE TO CHILDREN

MINNEAPOLIS / ST. PAUL (June 23, 2005) — The University of Minnesota Department of Pediatrics presented the Gold-Headed Cane Award to Paul Quie, M.D., for his distinguished lifetime service to children. This award is recognized by local physicians as a top honor for pediatricians. Quie was presented his cane on Wednesday, June 22, at the Pediatric Resident Recognition Dinner.

“It is an honor to be recognized by people you work with,” says Quie.  “They know the good and the bad.  I feel very fortunate to receive this award.”

Quie is a Regents Professor of Pediatrics, division of infectious diseases.  He has been on the Medical School faculty since 1958. He is recognized as an exceptional researcher, educator, and clinician. Quie is the co-director of the International Medical Education and Research Program.

The Academic Health Center is home to the University of Minnesota’s six health professional schools and colleges as well as several health-related centers and institutes. Founded in 1851, the University is one of the oldest and largest land grant institutions in the country. The AHC prepares the new health professionals who improve the health of communities, discover and deliver new treatments and cures, and strengthen the health economy.