Annual Awards
Applications for the 2026 Annual Awards are Now Closed.

ICEP recognizes and honors the dedication, service, and contributions of our outstanding members who are leaders in the field of emergency medicine.

Presented each year at the Ginny Kennedy Palys Annual Symposium and Annual Business Meeting, these awards honor individuals who have gone above and beyond in advancing ICEP’s mission and elevating the practice of emergency medicine throughout Illinois.

Annual Awards - Learn More & View Past Recipients

• Bill B. Smiley Award
• Meritorious Service Award
• Downstate Member Service Award

Why Nominate?

Nominating an individual for one of these prestigious awards is a powerful way to recognize their leadership, dedication, and lasting impact on our association, community, and the field of emergency medicine in Illinois.

Your nominations help strengthen ICEP’s mission to support and amplify the voices of emergency physicians, advancing the quality of emergency care statewide.

By celebrating these contributions, you inspire future leaders and reinforce the core values that drive ICEP forward.

To be considered for an award, candidates:

• Must be an ACEP and ICEP member in good standing.
• Must not be a previous recipient of the award in which a nomination was submitted for consideration.

Recognition
Recipients will be acknowledged in-person during the Annual Business Meeting at the Ginny Kennedy Palys Annual Symposium with:

• Commemorative plaque
• Complimentary registration to attend the Ginny Kennedy Palys Annual Symposium and Annual Business Meeting

Nomination Submission Package
All nominations must include the following:

• Candidate’s CV/Resume
• Photo/headshot of candidate
• Cover letter explaining the candidate’s nomination. (2 pages max)
• If nominating a candidate for multiple awards, separate cover letters must be sent in support each award nomination must be submitted via the online form.