Maryland Society of Anesthesiologists named Murray A. Kalish, MD, the first Robert L. Lyles, Jr., M.D., Award for Physician Advocacy, according to an ASA report.
Here are three notes:
1. Dr. Kalish currently serves as director of the Maryland Society of Anesthesiologists.
2. He is an active member of ASA and also serves on its Committee on Critical Care Medicine and Committee on Finance.
3. The award was created to recognize individuals demonstrating a "deep and enduring commitment to enhancing the representation and recognition of anesthesiology at all levels of government."