Christopher R. Thomas, M.D., is the recipient of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry 2008 AACAP Catcher in the Rye Award for an Individual.
Contact: Erin Baker, Communications Director
202.966.7300, Ext. 119
ebaker@aacap.org
Adam Lowe, Communications Coordinator
202.966.7300, Ext. 154
alowe@aacap.org
Washington, D.C., October 14, 2008 - Christopher R. Thomas, M.D., is the recipient of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry 2008 AACAP Catcher in the Rye Award for an Individual. The award recognizes Dr. Thomas’s effort to advance the field of child and adolescent psychiatry.
As a member of the AACAP’s Task Force on Policies and Procedures, Dr. Thomas has helped lead the discussion on conflicts of interest in medicine and has developed the template for AACAP’s Guidelines on Conflict of Interest for Child and Adolescent Psychiatrists.
"I was drawn to child and adolescent psychiatry as a career because it offers the chance to work with a wide range of individuals and professionals in improving the lives of my patients," said Dr. Thomas. "I am deeply honored by this award, knowing that it reflects not only my own efforts but also those of everyone I have had the pleasure to work with throughout my career."
"Dr. Thomas’s work helps children and their families function at their best," said AACAP President Robert Hendren, D.O. "He has distinguished himself through his leadership of the AACAP’s Rights and Legal Matters Committee."
The AACAP Catcher in the Rye Award was named after J.D. Salinger’s classic novel. It is administered by the AACAP’s Assembly and recognizes an individual for outstanding advocacy efforts on behalf of children and adolescents.
For more information on the award, or to obtain a photograph of Dr. Thomas, please contact Adam Lowe, AACAP Communications Coordinator, at 202.966.7300 ext. 154 or alowe@aacap.org.
Representing over 7,500 child and adolescent psychiatrists nationwide, the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) is the leading authority on children's mental health. AACAP members actively research, diagnose, and treat psychiatric disorders affecting children, adolescents, and their families.
Contact: Erin Baker, Communications Director
202.966.7300, Ext. 119
ebaker@aacap.org
Adam Lowe, Communications Coordinator
202.966.7300, Ext. 154
alowe@aacap.org
Washington, D.C., October 14, 2008 - Christopher R. Thomas, M.D., is the recipient of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry 2008 AACAP Catcher in the Rye Award for an Individual. The award recognizes Dr. Thomas’s effort to advance the field of child and adolescent psychiatry.
As a member of the AACAP’s Task Force on Policies and Procedures, Dr. Thomas has helped lead the discussion on conflicts of interest in medicine and has developed the template for AACAP’s Guidelines on Conflict of Interest for Child and Adolescent Psychiatrists.
"I was drawn to child and adolescent psychiatry as a career because it offers the chance to work with a wide range of individuals and professionals in improving the lives of my patients," said Dr. Thomas. "I am deeply honored by this award, knowing that it reflects not only my own efforts but also those of everyone I have had the pleasure to work with throughout my career."
"Dr. Thomas’s work helps children and their families function at their best," said AACAP President Robert Hendren, D.O. "He has distinguished himself through his leadership of the AACAP’s Rights and Legal Matters Committee."
The AACAP Catcher in the Rye Award was named after J.D. Salinger’s classic novel. It is administered by the AACAP’s Assembly and recognizes an individual for outstanding advocacy efforts on behalf of children and adolescents.
For more information on the award, or to obtain a photograph of Dr. Thomas, please contact Adam Lowe, AACAP Communications Coordinator, at 202.966.7300 ext. 154 or alowe@aacap.org.
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Representing over 7,500 child and adolescent psychiatrists nationwide, the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) is the leading authority on children's mental health. AACAP members actively research, diagnose, and treat psychiatric disorders affecting children, adolescents, and their families.
