Critical Care Specialist Honored With Patient-Centered Award
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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — A highly respected BMC Pulmonary and Critical Care specialist has been recognized with the 2016 Patient-Centered Physician Award, presented annually to a physician who exemplifies the philosophy of patient-centered care at BMC.
Dr. Hafez Alsmaan was awarded the honor during a special ceremony on March 30, National Doctors Day.
“Dr. Alsmaan has brought a powerful spirit to the hospital, and his heart and soul belong to his patients, their families and his colleagues at BMC,” said Diane Kelly, RN, BMC's chief operating officer. “He is the kind of physician who leaves a lasting mark on all who are in his care. It is his life’s work, his passion, and his vocation. A patient never forgets a physician who demonstrates respect and who answers their questions thoroughly and honestly, who soothes their fears and anxieties, who offers both physician comfort and emotional support. Dr. Alsmaan is such a physician and we are proud he is part of Berkshire Medical Center.”
The staff of Berkshire Medical Center submitted nominations for the award. They chose to honor Dr. Alsmaan, among the many fine physicians on staff at BMC, based on his actions as a role model and physician leader who demonstrates caring through quality interactions with others.
The award focuses on communicating with patients and families, involving patients in healthcare decisions, taking the time to talk with patients and listen to their concerns, and working collaboratively and respectfully with all other members of the care team so that everyone can do their very best in addressing patient care issues. These behaviors exemplify a growing philosophical belief that all care activities must be centered around the patients’ needs, rather than hospital or individual routines and schedules.
The Patient-Centered Physician Award is presented each year in conjunction with National Doctors Day. Previous recipients of the Patient Centered Physician Award are: Drs. Robert Wespiser, Richard Perera, Todd Lasner, Ronald Hayden, Paula Aucoin, Andrew Beckwith, Wade Gebara, Rocco Iannucci, Marcella Bradway, William DeMarco, Michael McHugh and Michael DeLeo.
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