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December 16, 2021 by Sutter Health The Sonoma County Medical Association (SCMA) has recognized three Sutter-affiliated physicians for their exemplary service and contributions to the Sonoma, Calif., community during the COVID-19 pandemic. The recipients of SCMA’s 37th Annual Physician Awards include: **Outstanding Contribution to Local Medicine –** **Gary Green, MD, FIDSA**, Medical Director of Quality, Infection Prevention, Antibiotic Stewardship at Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital. Dr. Green was selected with appreciation for his identification of the first cases of COVID-19 in Sonoma County; persistent advocacy and collaboration with Public Health and the CDC; co-authoring articles on the early pandemic for MMWR and NEJM; and providing crucial education about the virus to clinicians and the public. **Outstanding Service to the Community –** **Brian Prystowsky, MD**, Pediatrician with Sutter Medical Group of the Redwoods. Dr. Prystowsky was selected in recognition of his being an indomitable champion for COVID-19 vaccine advocacy and community education; the force behind the “I’m In” vaccination campaign; and unrelenting organization of vaccination events and the creation of multi-media vehicles to reach patients, physicians and underserved populations. **Practice Manager of the Year –** **Carolyn Dam, PharmD**, Pharmacy Services Manager at Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital. Dr. Dam was recognized for her tireless work to ensure efficient processes for Sutter’s COVID-19 vaccination program and clinic in Santa Rosa, Calif.; playing a critical role in developing anticoagulation guidelines and workflows for COVID patients; and her instru­mental work in acquiring IV Remdesivir for use in Sonoma County. ## Topics [Screenings and Immunizations](https://vitals.sutterhealth.org/search?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_healthTopics.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Screenings+and+Immunizations%22%5D%7D%5D&verticalKey=articles) ## Related articles ### [Flu and COVID Vaccines: What You Need to Know](https://vitals.sutterhealth.org/perspectives/flu-and-covid-vaccines-what-you-need-to-know) ### [Smart Starts: A Healthy Kickoff to the School Year](https://vitals.sutterhealth.org/perspectives/smart-starts-a-healthy-kickoff-to-the-school-year) ### [Flu's Clues: Sniffing Out Symptoms & Solutions](https://vitals.sutterhealth.org/perspectives/flus-clues-sniffing-out-symptoms-solutions) ### [Autumn Alert: Arm Up for Flu Season](https://vitals.sutterhealth.org/perspectives/autumn-alert-arm-up-for-flu-season) [See all from Press releases](https://vitals.sutterhealth.org/media-resources/press-releases) ## Check your Vitals Get the latest in health innovation, community impact and patient care from Sutter Health — delivered straight to your inbox. 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