Virtual Award Ceremony
Context
The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) is honored to announce the launch of “The Suzan McLennon Miguel Caribbean Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Leadership Award,” a prestigious recognition established in memory of Dr. Suzan McLennon-Miguel, a dedicated Jamaican veterinarian whose impactful career spanned more than three decades. Known for her leadership in public health, veterinary medicine, and disaster response, Dr. McLennon-Miguel was a champion of One Health, integrating human, animal, and environmental health efforts to enhance food safety and combat AMR in the Caribbean.
Dr. McLennon-Miguel’s commitment to improving society extended beyond her professional achievements. Her groundbreaking initiative, "Doc Sue’s Happy Rooms," created spaces in three hospitals across Jamaica where sick children could play, learn, and find joy during their recovery. This award honors her legacy of compassion, dedication, and leadership in AMR and veterinary public health.
Agenda
11:05 am - 11:10 am
Opening
Ms. Lisa Bayley Specialist, Communications for Health Promotion
11:10 am - 11:20 am
Welcome Remarks
Dr. Pilar Ramon Pardo, Advisor Antimicrobioal Resistance Response
11:20 am - 11:25 am
Introduction of Award Selection Committee
Dr Nathalie El Omeiri. Advisor, Antimicrobial Resistance Response.
11:25 am - 11:30 am
Remarks from Selection Committee Chair
Dr. The Most Honourable Cory Forde. Director, Clinical and Diagnostic Services.
11:30 am -11:45 am
Introduction of Award Nominess
Dr Franka des Vignes Advisor, Disease Surveillance and Epidemiology.
Dr Kimberly Salmon International PAHO/WHO Consultant.
11:45 am - 11:50 am
Criteria for Award
Dr. Sandra Vokaty. Veterinary Epidemilogist
11:50 am - 11:55 am
Presentation of 2025 Award Winner
Ms Piedad Huerta. Head, Country and Subregional Coordination.
11:55 am - 12:00 pm
Remarks from Awardee
TBD
12:00 pm
Vote of Thanks
Ms. Lisa Bayley Specialist, Communications for Health Promotion.
Time Correspondence
- 09:00 am - Central America and Mexico
- 10:00 am - Colombia, Peru, Panama, Ecuador, U.S.A. (Washington DC)
- 11:00 am - Venezuela, Guyana, Bolivia
- 12:00 pm - Brazil (Brasilia), Suriname, French Guiana
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