Congratulations to Pamela Schmidt for receiving the UofL School of Medicine Heart of the School Award. Pam is the backbone, heart and soul of the Department of Surgery. She has worked for the University of Louisville for 31 years, more than 20 of those in the Department of Surgery.

Pam is reliable, conscientious, trustworthy and friendly. She is a consummate professional who efficiently and effectively manages many complex tasks and projects simultaneously. She handles all of these duties with grace and poise. Pam is invaluable to the Department of Surgery and the University of Louisville. Her professionalism sets the standard of excellence for every employee at UofL.