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Carole Rhéaume Award

Sponsored by EMD Serono, facilitated through CFAS

The Carole Rhéaume Award recognizes a registered nurse who has made a significant impact in enhancing the patient experience, advancing clinical practice, or engaging the public in reproductive health awareness.

About Carole Rhéaume

Carole Rhéaume, RN, was an exemplary fertility nurse at Ovo Clinic in Montreal. A tireless patient advocate and leader, she played a vital role in improving patient care and access to reproductive health services. Carole was an active member of CFAS, contributing to both the Nursing and Administrative Special Interest Groups. She also collaborated with the Association of Infertile Couples of Quebec to promote infertility awareness. Tragically, she lost her life in the winter of 2015 while assisting a stranded motorist. This award commemorates her dedication and contributions to the field of reproductive health.

Award Details

The Carole Rhéaume Award includes a sponsorship of up to $4,000 CAD for a registered nurse to attend an international reproductive medicine conference within 18 months of receiving the award.

The recipient will be announced at the CFAS Annual Meeting during the Opening Ceremony and President's Dinner. They will be presented with a trophy at the Nursing Ceremony and will have the opportunity to give a brief speech.

Eligibility Criteria

The award recognizes a nurse who has demonstrated outstanding dedication and leadership in one or more of the following areas:

  • Enhancing the Patient Experience: Exhibits exceptional patient-centered care, fosters open communication, personalizes care, and improves the overall patient journey.
  • Advancing Clinical Practice: Demonstrates expertise in reproductive medicine, identifies and addresses critical clinic needs, drives innovation, and fosters a collaborative and efficient working environment.
  • Engaging the Public: Advocates for infertility awareness, educates the public, and works to improve access to fertility care while inspiring others to support reproductive health initiatives.

Nominee Requirements:

  • Must be a registered nurse actively working in a fertility or reproductive endocrinology clinic in Canada.
  • Must be a CFAS member in good standing.
  • Must have demonstrated an exemplary contribution in at least one of the outlined areas through their leadership, advocacy, and dedication to improving patient care.

Nomination Process

Nominations open annually, with a submission deadline of June 30.

  • Nominators must be CFAS members.
  • The nomination must include:
    • A detailed explanation of the nominee’s contributions, leadership qualities, and impact on patients, the clinic, or the public.
    • An up-to-date CV of the nominee.
    • Letters of support from colleagues or the public (optional but encouraged).

To apply, submit all required documents via the CFAS online submission portal. For inquiries, contact communications@cfas.ca or call 514-300-1333.

Evaluation & Selection

The Evaluation Committee includes:

  • Chair of the Nursing Special Interest Group
  • Chair of the Leadership and Management Special Interest Group
  • CFAS President
  • CFAS Vice President
  • Immediate Past CFAS President
  • CFAS Executive Director

Selection Criteria:

  • Is the nominee a CFAS member in good standing?
  • Has the nominee demonstrated outstanding leadership and commitment to reproductive medicine?
  • Has the nominee made a measurable impact in enhancing patient experience, advancing clinical practice, or engaging the public?
  • Does the nominee’s work exemplify innovation, dedication, and professionalism?
  • Has the nominee’s contribution inspired and positively influenced colleagues and the broader reproductive health community?

The winner will be notified yearly by August, and the award will be presented at the CFAS Annual Meeting.

Support & Funding

This award is made possible through a restricted fund provided by EMD Serono Canada.

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