Dr. James Sutherland Receives OME Compassion Award
The Aspirus Office
of Medical Education (OME) recognizes collaboration and contributions made by
Aspirus Physicians and Advanced Practice Clinicians (APCs) as clinical teachers
for medical students and advance practice clinician students.
This is the
5th year that OME has recognized these efforts throughout the Aspirus
system.
This year’s
Compassion Award goes to James
Sutherland, MD, with Orthopaedic Associates of Wausau.
Dr. Sutherland
exemplifies the heart of a healer to his students. He helps learners understand
the role of a healer and recognize the privilege of caring for patients.
Below are
submissions by students of Dr. James Sutherland.
“Dr. Sutherland has
been very encouraging of my education. He regularly takes time to explain the
rationale behind his medical decision making. He encourages me to build upon my
skillset and knowledge each day I rotate with him. I think that demonstrates
his dedication to be a teacher and excellent educator, and pass his knowledge
to future physicians. In addition to all of this, he creates a welcoming
environment with his positive and happy attitude.” –Medical Student
“Dr. Sutherland
exemplifies the meaning of a mentor and teacher. He is always willing to teach
and share his vast knowledge in medicine. He encourages his students to be
curious, ask questions, and consistently seek knowledge. He provides books and
resources for students to dive deeper and gain more knowledge on topics after a
long day of teaching. In the operating room he always incorporates students and
allows them to participate in numerous tasks which makes the learning
experience that much better. Dr. Sutherland is always willing to let me come in
and follow him around no matter the time and day. He has a busy practice to
operate with many healthcare members that need to learn and train but somehow
always open to me coming in and learning despite me not having any contribution
to his practice. He truly enjoys teaching and inspiring the next generation of
physician.”—Medical Student