Each year, CHEST honors members who are making an impact—through their dedication to the organization, their contributions to medical research and clinical practice, their commitment to educating the next generation, and so much more.
Join us in recognizing the 2026 award recipients during the Opening Session at 8:00 am on Sunday, October 18.
DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD
David Zielinski, MD, FCCP
This award is conferred to a FCCP who has held a CHEST leadership position; has led significant society achievements; and/or has donated time, leadership, and service to CHEST.
COLLEGE MEDALIST AWARD
Christopher L. Carroll, MD, FCCP
The College Medalist Award is a long-standing CHEST tradition. This award is given for meritorious service in furthering progress in the field of diseases of the chest.
EARLY CAREER CLINICIAN EDUCATOR
Megan Conroy, MD, MAEd, FCCP
The Early Career Clinician Educator Award recognizes the achievements of a clinician educator who has already made significant contributions to CHEST educational activities and is committed to continuing to grow as a CHEST faculty member.
EARLY CAREER CLINICIAN EDUCATOR
Laura K. Frye, MD, FCCP
The Early Career Clinician Educator Award recognizes the achievements of a clinician educator who has already made significant contributions to CHEST educational activities and is committed to continuing to grow as a CHEST faculty member.
MASTER CLINICIAN EDUCATOR
Margaret A. Pisani, MD, MPH, FCCP
The Master Clinician Educator Award recognizes long-term achievements of one clinician educator who has made significant contributions to CHEST activities and has demonstrated a strong commitment to medical education throughout their career.
ALFRED SOFFER AWARD FOR EDITORIAL EXCELLENCE
Hayley B. Gershengorn, MD, FCCP
This award honors Alfred Soffer, Master FCCP, Editor in Chief of the journal CHEST® from 1968 to 1993, and Executive Director of CHEST from 1969 to 1992. Recipients have made significant contributions to CHEST and are often world experts in their fields, have written numerous papers and abstracts, have served as primary investigators, and/or have served as a department editor of the journal CHEST.
ALFRED SOFFER AWARD FOR EDITORIAL EXCELLENCE
Matthew C. Miles, MD, MEd, FCCP
This award honors Alfred Soffer, Master FCCP, Editor in Chief of the journal CHEST® from 1968 to 1993, and Executive Director of CHEST from 1969 to 1992. Recipients have made significant contributions to CHEST and are often world experts in their fields, have written numerous papers and abstracts, have served as primary investigators, and/or have served as a department editor of the journal CHEST.
PRESIDENTIAL CITATION
John E. Studdard, MD, Master FCCP
This award is given on behalf of the CHEST President to individuals who have shown their dedication to the chest medicine field and for their many contributions to CHEST.
Join Us at CHEST 2026
Connect in person with influential clinicians from around the world—and attend top-tier educational sessions focusing on the most relevant clinical topics. CHEST 2026 will have it all, including optional add-on sessions to customize your learning. Reserve your spot by October 5 to save $100 with advance registration pricing.
