APhA-APPM William H. Briner Distinguished Achievement Award in Nuclear Pharmacy Practice
This award, named in memory of Captain William H. Briner, a pioneer in the development of the nuclear pharmacy practice specialty, recognizes the achievements of an individual who has made a significant contribution or sustained contributions to the provision of pharmaceutical care within nuclear pharmacy practice. Premier support for this award is provided by the National Association of Nuclear Pharmacies.
2020 William H. Briner Distinguished Achievement Award in Nuclear Pharmacy Practice recipient: Jeffrey A. Clanton, MS, DPh, BCNP
Criteria
The nominee for the APhA-APPM William H. Briner Distinguished Achievement Award in Nuclear Pharmacy Practice must be a pharmacist who is a member of APhA and an APhA-APPM Member who has made significant or sustained contributions to the practice area(s) represented by the section. In 2000, this award was renamed in memory of Captain William H. Briner, a pioneer in the development of the nuclear pharmacy practice. Preference will be given to section members. Self-nominations are allowed for this award. Remington Medalists are not eligible for the award.
Nomination process
The nominator is responsible for submitting a complete award nomination. The deadline for nomination materials is September 1 annually. Self-nominations are allowed for these awards.
The nomination is to include the following items:
• A letter of nomination describing the most important achievements of the nominee and explaining why the nominee meets the criteria for the award
• One letter of recommendation from someone other than the nominator is required, up to two letters accepted
• A current curriculum vitae or detailed résumé
Selection process
The selection is made by the APhA-APPM Nuclear Pharmacy SIG based upon careful review of the complete nominations and criteria as listed above. Particular attention will be given to the individual’s impact on the profession.
Nature of award
The award is presented at the APhA Annual Meeting & Exposition and consists of a crystal recognition piece. The recipient will also receive a complimentary APhA Annual Meeting registration and reimbursement for meeting-related travel expenses, according to current travel policies and up to the maximum amount budgeted by APhA.
Past recipients:
2020 Jeffrey A. Clanton
2019 Richard M. Fejka
2018 Duann V. Thistlethwaite
2017 Kenneth Breslow
2016 Sally W. Schwarz
2015 Richard A. Nickel
2014 Jeffrey P. Norenberg
2013 Robert W. Beightol
2012 Vivian S. Loveless
2011 Kristina M. Wittstrom
2010 George H. Hinkle
2009 Neil A. Petry
2008 Nicki L. Hilliard
2007 Joseph C. Hung
2006 James F. Cooper
2005 Clyde N. Cole
2004 Rodney D. Ice
2003 David L. Laven
2002 Samuel C. Augustine
2001 Dennis P. Swanson
2000 Richard J. Kowalsky
1999 William B. Hladik
1998 Stanley M. Shaw
1997 James A. Ponto