This award is presented to a person who has taken initiative above and beyond to help improve patient care in the ASC setting. 

 2024 Winner: Cheryl Garmon, DNP, RN, CASC

Dr. Garmon has worked tirelessly over her career to improve patient care and outcomes in the ASC setting. She is a lifelong advocate for patient care and is well known in the ASC industry. Her peers admire her and her work and have the highest level of respect for her. 

 Past Winners:

2023        Richard Bays, JD
2022        Amy Jones, PhD
2021        Teressa Dyson, CRNA
2020        Dianne Buffington, BSN, RN, CNOR
2019        Ruth Maxwell, MPH, CASC & Dee Pete- Jones, RN, BSN, MBA
2018        Patrick Rehm

This award is presented to a vendor who has made positive changes in the ASC industry. 

2024 Winner:  Brandon Bray with Nixon Medical

Mann Eye has used Nixon Medical over the past few years and they have always gone above and beyond to service our two and now three facilities. We couldn't do it without Nixon!

Past Winners:

2023        Nathaniel Mickish with OnHand
2022        Tina Chan with Medline
2021        Cheryl Smith with McKesson
2020        Shannon Mitchell with SIS 
2019        Elena Savage with Medline
2018        HST Pathways

This award is presented to an individual that works in an ASC and has shown significant growth in the ASC industry. 

2024 Winner: Eliza Alberto, RN

Eliza has risen from staff nurse to Assistant ASC Administrator over the years and is an excellent staff and patient advocate.  She holds clinicals on Friday’s with Lone Star College of Nursing. She is the hardest worker I have ever seen and somehow finds the time and a way to get every task given to her completed on time.

Past Winners:
2023       Courtney Dunkin, BSN, RN
2022       Katie Pierson, DNP, RN, ONC
2021       Kayla Schneeweiss-Keene, RN, BSN 
2020       Pat O'Leary
2019       Adam Hornback, RN
2018       James McClung, BSN

This award is presented to a facility that has taken strides to create new and innovative programs within their facility. 

2024 Winner: Amera Solutions

In recognition of their groundbreaking approach to medical transportation services, akin to the Uber model,
and powered by dedicated CNA drivers. Amera has redefined the landscape for medical transportation with their innovative Mobile Application Platform, offering patients a seamless and efficient experience reminiscent of
popular ride-sharing services. By harnessing technology and leveraging the expertise of CNA drivers, they have transformed the way individuals access healthcare transportation nationwide.

Past Winners:

2023       Dallas Endoscopy Center, Susan Cheek
2022       Mann Eye Institute
2021       North Texas Team Care
2020       Memorial Hermann Memorial Village Surgery Center
2019       Kelsey-Seybold ASC