Dr. Mary Fallat , Hirikati S. Nagaraj Professor and Chief in the Division of Pediatric Surgery, has received The UofL School of Medicine's 2015 Leonard Tow Humanism in Medicine Award. Presented by The Arnold P. Gold Foundation, the purpose of the Leonard Tow Humanism in Medicine Award is to recognize the value of humanism in the delivery of care to patients and their families.

"Dr. Mary Fallat epitomizes the professionalism and humanism in physicians and surgeons that the Leonard Tow Award aspires to reward," said Dr. Kelly McMasters, Ben A. Reid, Sr., MD, Professor and Chair, The Hiram C. Polk, Jr., MD, Department of Surgery. "She has made a lifetime contribution to the care of sick and injured children, as well as to the education of countless medical students, residents and fellows, not only in Kentucky but in the nation, all the while demonstrating the humanism as a doctor and teacher that has inspired many to pursue pediatric and pediatric surgical careers."