2020 Northup Educator of the Year: Dr. Scott Cyrus, D.O.
Dr. Scott Cyrus, D.O.
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The George W. Northup Educator of the Year Award was developed in honor of George Northup, D.O. Dr. Northup who acted as a mentor to many osteopathic medical students throughout his career, often going above and beyond the call of duty to improve students' educational experiences. Each year, local SOMA chapters nominate a professor, dean, or faculty member from their osteopathic medical school who exemplifies the qualities of Dr. Northup. Nominees in the past have provided countless additional hours to students during exam preparation, have opened their homes to students, volunteered in the community, and acted as a friend when needed. We are excited to announce that the Spring 2020 SOMA Delegates selected Dr. Scott Cyrus, DO from Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine (BCOM) to receive this award! Dr. Cyrus has served as a faculty member at Burrell College since the school’s inception in 2016. Despite his many hours devoted to teaching, Dr. Cyrus continues to practice as a pediatrician at Children and Adolescent Medical Services and the Saint Francis Health System in Tulsa, Oklahoma. “Even after all his achievements, Dr. Cyrus is more than a mentor; he is ‘family,’” medical students wrote in a letter nominating Dr. Cyrus for the award. “From his beaming face to his festive ties, it’s heartwarming to know that students can always find advice and friendship in Dr. Cyrus.” |
Dr. Cyrus' Thank You Note:
"As the recipient of 2020 George W Northup Educator of the Year award, I am truly appreciative for the recognition by the Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine SOMA Chapter and the SOMA Foundation. It is an honor and a privilege to be selected from all the outstanding Osteopathic educators from across the nation. The education and development of the osteopathic medical student holds a special place in my heart. I was privileged to have a special mentor as a student who demonstrated to me the osteopathic family meaning and the togetherness that it entails. This unique aspect of osteopathic mentorship encompass my student interactions and drives me to be the best I can be for the student. I am grateful for the acknowledgement and will cherish this award from the student as one of my greatest accomplishments. "
"As the recipient of 2020 George W Northup Educator of the Year award, I am truly appreciative for the recognition by the Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine SOMA Chapter and the SOMA Foundation. It is an honor and a privilege to be selected from all the outstanding Osteopathic educators from across the nation. The education and development of the osteopathic medical student holds a special place in my heart. I was privileged to have a special mentor as a student who demonstrated to me the osteopathic family meaning and the togetherness that it entails. This unique aspect of osteopathic mentorship encompass my student interactions and drives me to be the best I can be for the student. I am grateful for the acknowledgement and will cherish this award from the student as one of my greatest accomplishments. "