Nadelson Named Renaissance Woman

From left, Dr. Carolyn Robinowitz, past President of the American Psychiatric Association, Dr. Christie Huddleson, past President of the Foundation for the History of Women in Medicine, Dr. Carol Nadelson and Dr. Eleanor Shore, head of the Archives for Women in Medicine Committee and former Dean for Faculty Affairs at HMS.
Carol C. Nadelson, MD, director of the Partners Office for Women’s Careers at BWH, has been named the 2009 recipient of the Alma Dea Morani, MD Renaissance Woman Award by the Foundation for the History of Women in Medicine. The award honors outstanding women physicians and scientists in North America who further the practice and understanding of medicine and make significant contributions outside of medicine. Dedicated to the education and mentoring of students, physicians and the public, Nadelson pioneered work in women’s health and mental health and provided inspirational leadership in psychiatry and medicine. She has been devoted to innovative areas of investigation, clinical understanding and education. Her work continues to leave an indelible mark on patients and on generations of students and colleagues.