Awards

The CRA presents a number of awards to recognize excellence in the field of rheumatology.

Award Recipients

• Award Recipients by Year (2008-2020)
• Historical List of Awardees (1981-2019) (PDF)

CRA Awards of Distinction

Nomination forms will be available on award page during competition.

• Distinguished Rheumatologist Award
• Distinguished Investigator Award
• Distinguished Teacher – Educator Award
• Emerging Investigator Award
• NEW! Emerging Teacher-Educator Award

CRA Annual Awards

Application form will be available on award page during competition.

• Practice Reflection Award 

Abstract Awards

Candidates must apply during abstract submission process. The top 5 abstracts for each award are adjudicated at the Annual Scientific Meeting and awards are presented at the Gala Dinner.

• Best Abstract on Quality Care Initiatives in Rheumatology
• Best Abstract on Research by Young Faculty
• Best Abstract on Paediatric Research by Young Faculty
• Best Abstract on Basic Science Research by a Trainee
• Best Abstract on Clinical or Epidemiology Research by a Trainee – Phil Rosen Award
• Best Abstract on SLE Research by a Trainee – Ian Watson Award
• Best Abstract by a Medical Student
• Best Abstract by a Rheumatology Resident
• Best Abstract by an Undergraduate Student
• Best Abstract by a Post-Graduate Research Trainee
• Best Abstract by a Rheumatology Post-Graduate Research Trainee
• NEW! Best Abstract on Spondyloarthritis Research award