TIAA-CREF Distinguished Medical Educator Award :: 2005

2005 – Herbert Fred, M.D.

2005 Recipient Profile

Professor of Medicine at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

Dr. Fred is a national treasure in medical education. For five decades, he has taught excellence in patient care, focusing on compassion for the patient and the appropriate use of the latest techniques for diagnosis and management. He is a thought leader in his specialty, having authored or co-authored more than 400 medical articles and having written three books.

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“Outstanding medical educators have a very special place in our society because they provide the knowledge, inspiration and motivation for setting standards of excellence and commitment in the new generation of doctors, nurses and other health care professionals who in turn will contribute to the health and well being of our citizens.” — L. Maximilian Buja, M.D., Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (Steering Committee)