The Clinical Excellence Award was awarded to Dr. Timothy R. Lubenow, a pioneer in pain management, in recognition of his extraordinary contributions to pain medicine and patient care.
Dr. Lubenow has dedicated four decades to advancing the field of pain management since joining the department in 1987. Nationally recognized for his pioneering interventional techniques, groundbreaking research, and mentorship of countless trainees and colleagues, his work has earned him a reputation as one of the foremost experts in pain medicine in the country. His contributions have profoundly improved the lives of patients and inspired the next generation of professionals in the field.