Ourania Preventza, MD Awarded 2023 Physician of the Year Award by the Hellenic Medical Society

This December, Ourania Preventza, MD, MBA, cardiovascular surgeon and chief of UVA’s Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, was honored with the 2023 Physician of the Year Award from the Hellenic Medical Society of New York. Dr. Preventza’s recognition holds historical significance as she is the first female physician to receive this honor from the society since its foundation and marked a moment of progress and inclusivity within the medical community. In her acceptance speech, she expressed gratitude to her mentors, teachers, and family, emphasizing the importance of resilience, humility, and the pursuit of scholarship to inspire and guide the younger physicians present. Congratulations, Dr. Preventza, on this well-deserved accomplishment! Read More ➤