Dr. Fritz Verly Vernet Receives the Prestigious "Physician Educator" Award from ACGME-I

An Honor Celebrating Excellence in Medical Education and Mentorship at Zanmi Lasante

Zanmi Lasante is thrilled to announce that Dr. Fritz Verly Vernet, Medical Education Director and Program Director for the Internal Medicine Residency at Hôpital Universitaire de Mirebalais (HUM) in Haiti, as well as the Nephrology Program Coordinator at Zanmi Lasante, has been awarded the prestigious "Physician Educator" Award by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education International (ACGME-I). This esteemed recognition highlights Dr. Vernet's unwavering dedication to medical education, his exceptional mentoring abilities, and his relentless efforts in shaping the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Dr. Vernet has long been a cornerstone of Zanmi Lasante’s medical training programs. Known for his keen sensitivity to the needs of residents and fellows, he has consistently fostered an environment that promotes professionalism, excellence, and ethical values. His leadership and innovative approach to medical education have not only inspired his colleagues and students but also raised the standards of internal medicine training at HUM. He played a crucial role in helping the Internal Medicine program achieve ACGME-I accreditation, making it the first in the Caribbean to receive this distinction.

In receiving the ACGME-I "Physician Educator" Award, Dr. Vernet joins an elite group of global medical educators recognized for their commitment to advancing graduate medical education. "This award is a testament to Dr. Vernet’s impact, not only at Zanmi Lasante but also in promoting medical education on an international scale," said Dr. Ornella Sainterant, Director of Medical Education at Zanmi Lasante. "He has shown leadership, teamwork, intellectual curiosity, and resilience throughout his career, and we are incredibly proud to have him as a collaborator."

Dr. Vernet’s dedication extends beyond his administrative roles. His passion for clinical reasoning, educational innovation, and global health, along with his involvement in research on non-communicable diseases and nephrology, make him a leading figure in medical education. As a co-founder of the Global MedEd Network, Dr. Vernet is committed to delivering medical education in low-to-middle-income countries, further demonstrating his global influence.

Dr. Vernet’s award highlights the immense talent within Zanmi Lasante’s team and reinforces our commitment to providing world-class medical education and care in Haiti. Congratulations to Dr. Vernet for this outstanding achievement, and may his journey continue to inspire and uplift the next generation of healthcare leaders.