2003
Scientific reviewer for International Journal of Cardiology
2003
Nominated for the American Medal of Honor (Man of the Year 2003), American Biographical Institute, Inc., NC.
2003
Research Excellence Award, Long Island College Hospital
2003
Best Research Paper, Long Island College Hospital
2003
Third Prize Recipient, Essay/Research Contest, Beth Israel Medical Center, NY
2002
Best Poster Award, Cardiovascular Diseases Category (Cardiac Papillary Fibroelastoma) at the American College of Chest Physicians, 68th Annual International Scientific Assembly, November 2-7, San Diego, CA.
2002
ACCP Posters of Distinction (among the very best scientific posters), American College of Chest Physicians, 68th Annual Scientific Sessions, November 2-7, San Diego, CA
2002
Conferred M.D. degree by The University of the State of New York
2001
Physician Recognition Award, American Medical Association
Honored member, Strathmore’s WHO’S WHO (2002-2003)