2025 Outstanding Physician Colleague Awards
Dana Fugelso, MD
Dewayne Pursley, MD and Rich Wolfe, MD
Dewayne Pursley, MD and Rich Wolfe, MD
In Grateful Appreciation of
Twenty Years of Outstanding
Service and Dedication to the organization
Dewayne Pursley, MD and Rich Wolfe, MD
Dewayne Pursley, MD and Rich Wolfe, MD
Dewayne Pursley, MD and Rich Wolfe, MD
In Grateful Appreciation of Your
Twenty Five Years of Outstanding
Service and Dedication to the organization
Alison Zimon, MD CCRM Fertility
Dewayne Pursley, MD and Rich Wolfe, MD
Andrew White, MD New England Baptist Medical Associates
“Dr Zimon is an outstanding example of collegiality among her peers. Dr. Zimon provides fast yet comprehensive responses to consultations or informal questions in her area of expertise. Referring patients to Dr Zimon is seamless, and I am always confident that my patients will receive the highest quality and most compassionate care. It's great to have her as a member and representative of API and all we stand for.”
- Nominated by Evan Appelbaum, MD
Andrew White, MD New England Baptist Medical Associates
Andrew Nichols, MD Beth Israel Lahey Health Primary Care
Andrew White, MD New England Baptist Medical Associates
“Dr White has been terrific in all areas of patient care. He gets patients in to be seen in a timely manner
He takes time with patients, allowing them to feel listened to, he explains the etiology of the symptoms and the procedure need to successfully treat the patient’s condition, fully and patiently answering their questions. He has outstanding surgical skill, and good follow up. And he is responsive to physicians reaching out to him with questions on difficult patient cases, or even just to assure them that they are correctly treating a condition for a patient.”
- Nominated by Jordan Busch, MD Personal Physicians Healthcare
Andrew Nichols, MD Beth Israel Lahey Health Primary Care
Andrew Nichols, MD Beth Israel Lahey Health Primary Care
Andrew Nichols, MD Beth Israel Lahey Health Primary Care
“Dr. Andrew Nichols has been an outstanding pod leader over the past several years. I’ve come to know him through his leadership, where he has consistently demonstrated deep knowledge of the MACIPA system, Mount Auburn Hospital, and the broader Boston healthcare landscape. His clinical acumen is exceptional, and his ability to navigate complex systems makes him an invaluable resource. Dr. Nichols has always gone above and beyond in responding to questions, offering thoughtful guidance, and finding practical, effective solutions. As an independent solo practitioner, I find this very valuable. His responsiveness, insight, and professionalism make him a trusted leader and clinician.”
“I humbly nominate Dr. Andrew Nichols. I'm incredibly fortunate to be a part of a work family in Lexington for 3 years. I started as a new graduate NP under Dr. Nichols. In my premature career, he not only supported me as my supervising physician answering all my questions and consulting during exams, but also became a dear office mate and confidant. It's a privilege to watch him balance administrative duties, clinical duties, and still have a fun life outside of work. He is a natural leader and influencer, creating monthly agendas for our POD, scheduling meetings with peers who need help, continuously advocating for improvement and innovation for colleagues, staff, and patients alike to upper administration, and much more. When I visit with his long-term patients, they always speak so highly of his kindness, skillset, and knowledge, especially those who have been with him for 30+ years. An office setting and work family is what you make of it. As an office, we have annual holiday parties and summer BBQs together to build comradery and friendships outside of work. This speaks to Dr. Nichols as a medical director of our site. He brings together cooperation, fortitude, and perseverance when sudden obstacles are tough. All of this to say, if anyone is deserving of this award, it is this man.”
- Nominated by Bishal Mainali, MD and Helen Chan, NP
Siva Kirubakaran, DO United Family Medical Center
Andrew Nichols, MD Beth Israel Lahey Health Primary Care
Andrew Nichols, MD Beth Israel Lahey Health Primary Care
“This physician has demonstrated exceptional collegiality and support in several ways. He consistently offers guidance and his mentorship by sharing his expertise during challenging cases always encourages one’s opinions. He offers team meetings where everyone's input is valued. Additionally, they often take the time to check in on colleagues, offering assistance with workloads or emotional support during stressful periods, even with personal difficulties. Their willingness to collaborate and share resources has significantly enhanced team morale and improve patient care. Overall, his approachability and dedication to teamwork creates such a positive and supportive atmosphere for everyone where work and life are in balance.”
- Nominated by Andrea Migneault, NP
Barbara Spivak, MD
Bowdoin Street Primary Care Team for exemplary teamwork
Bowdoin Street Primary Care Team for exemplary teamwork
“Dr. Spivak has extended herself as a many decades’ leader in primary care at Mt Auburn, including leadership of MACIPA - teaching physicians and all providers how to support each other in their work, and advocating for primary care every step of the way. A lot of her focus is on doing what is right for patients and reducing burnout in clinical medicine. She also led Mass Medical Society and continues to care for patients and teach us every day.”
“Barbara has left her imprint on every facet of medical care in the Boston area, both clinical and administrative, including her presidency of MACIPA from 1997-2024, the presidency of Mass Medical Society, countless state and health plan committees, and most importantly as an outstanding primary care provider at Mount Auburn Medical Associates. She is a physician, a leader, a mentor and a friend.”
- Nominated by Carey Conley Thomson, MD and Physician Performance
Bowdoin Street Primary Care Team for exemplary teamwork
Bowdoin Street Primary Care Team for exemplary teamwork
Bowdoin Street Primary Care Team for exemplary teamwork
“I am honored to nominate the Bowdoin Street Health Center primary care physician team for their exceptional collegiality and support during Dr. Alves' medical leave over the past six months. Most of Dr. Alves' patients speak Cape Verdean Creole and have multiple chronic conditions requiring specialized and compassionate care. The physician team has gone above and beyond to bridge language barriers and provide culturally sensitive support, ensuring these patients continue to receive high-quality care.
Their collaborative spirit has fostered a supportive environment, allowing us to provide uninterrupted care. The team's willingness to cover additional on call shifts, share responsibilities such as VNA orders and medication management, and offer emotional support to colleagues has been invaluable. Their efforts have maintained the standard of care and strengthened our bonds as a healthcare family.
This team exemplifies the essence of collegiality, making them deserving of recognition for their outstanding contributions and unwavering support.”
Nominated by Frinny Polanco, MD