Sami R. Achem, M.D.

1. 2011
   Best Doctors in America: FloridaBest Doctors in America
2. 2005
   Re-Elected Governor, State of Florida, Northern Region (Second Term)American College of Gastroenterology
3. 2005
   America's Top PhysiciansAwarding Organization
4. 2004
   The James Borland, Sr. Annual Memorial LectureFlorida Gastroenterological Association Annual Meeting
5. 2004
   The Best Doctors in JacksonvilleJacksonville Magazine
6. 2004
   Inducted as "Academist"National Mexican Academy of Surgery
7. 2004
   Board of Governors Service Award fro Outstanding Service to the ACG Board of GovernorsAmerican College of Gastroenterology
8. 2004
   Who is Who in America?Awarding Organization
9. 2002
   Governor, State of Florida, Northern RegionAmerican College of Gastroenterology
10. 2002
    Distinguished Medical Student - Life Award RecognitionThe University of Coahuila, School of Medicine, Torreon, Mexico
11. 2002
    Honorary MemberMexican Society of Gastroenterology
12. 2002
    The Best Doctors in AmericaAwarding Organization
13. 2002
    The Best Doctors in JacksonvilleAwarding Organization
14. 2001
    Presidential Award for Dedication and ServiceFlorida Gastroenterology Society
15. 2001
    Outstanding Faculty Teacher Recognition Award - Subspecialty in GastroenterologyDepartment of Internal Medicine, Mayo Medical School, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science
16. 2000
    Outstanding Faculty Teacher Recognition AwardDivision of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Mayo Medical School
17. 2000
    Outstanding Faculty Teacher Recognition AwardDepartment of Internal Medicine, Mayo Medical School, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science
18. 2000
    Outstanding Faculty Teacher Recognition Award - Subspecialty in GastroenterologyDepartment of Internal Medicine, Mayo Medical School, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science
19. 1999
    Distinguished Visiting PhysicianCity of Maracaibo, Venezuela
20. 1998
    Distinguished Visiting PhysicianCity of San Pedro Sula, Honduras
21. 1998
    Distinguished Visiting PhysicianCity of San Pedro Sula, Honduras
22. 1997
    Best Research Paper: Hazan S, Steinberg A, Morris N, Affronti J, Achem SR. Long-Term Reproducibility of Intraesophageal Balloon Distension Studies In Patients With Unexplained Chest PainFlorida Chapter ACP-ASIM
23. 1997
    Best Research Paper: Hazan S, Morris N, Affronti, Achem SR. Long-term reproducibility of sensory and pain thresholds in patients with unexplained chest pain - , Jacksonville Research DayUniversity of Florida
24. 1997
    The Best Doctors in America. Top Best Physicians in the Southeast, United StatesAwarding Organization
25. 1996
    Best Research Paper: Hazan S, Castell DO, Achem SR. Octreotide Improves Sensory and Pain Thresholds in Patients with Noncardiac Chest PainAnnual Meeting of the American College of Physicians, Florida Chapter, Ft. Lauderdale
26. 1996
    Best Research Paper: Hazan S, Castell DO, Achem SR. Octreotide Improves Sensory and Pain Thresholds in Patients with Noncardiac Chest Pain -Jacksonville Research DayUniversity of Florida
27. 1996
    Recognized Research Presentation. *Cabi MA, Achem SR. Identifying Reflux in Patients with Noncardiac Chest Pain: Diagnostic Sensitivities and Associated Charges.American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
28. 1996
    Outstanding Faculty Teacher of the Year, Second PlaceFamily Practice Residency Training Program, University of Florida, Jacksonville
29. 1996
    FellowAmerican College of Gastroenterology
30. 1995
    The Best Doctors in America. Top Best Physicians in the Southeast, United States, Jacksonville areaAwarding Organization
31. 1993
    Outstanding Faculty Teacher of the YearFamily Practice Residency Training Program, University of Florida, Jacksonville
32. 1990
    Outstanding Faculty Teacher of the YearFamily Practice Residency Training Program, University of Florida, Jacksonville
33. 1990
    FellowAmerican College of Physicians
34. 1989
    Outstanding Faculty Teacher of the YearFamily Practice Residency Training Program, University of Florida, Jacksonville
35. 1989
    Outstanding Faculty Teacher of the YearInternal Medicine Residency Training Program, University of Florida, Jacksonville Division
36. 1989
    Award Recognition for Teaching and ServicesMexican Gastroenterology Society, Coahuila Chapter
37. 1988
    Outstanding Faculty Teacher of the YearFamily Practice Residency Training Program, University of Florida, Jacksonville
38. 1987
    Active Teacher RecognitionAmerican Academy of Family Physicians
39. 1985
    Outstanding Faculty Teacher of the year - Second place.Internal Medicine Residency Training Program, University of Florida, Jacksonville Division
40. 1973
    with honorsNational Mexican Institute of Social Security
41. 1972
    Golden Plate at Medical School as first rated student throughout medical school careerFacultad De Medicina De Torreon, Mexico
42. 1969
    A.H. Robbins Pharmaceutical Award for Distinguished Medical School CareerAwarding Organization
43. 1967
    With honors each year; Summa Cum Laude, ranked first in graduating class throughout each yearFacultad De Medicina De Torreon, Mexico
44. 1966
    With honors; Magna Cum Laude, ranked second in graduating class, ValedictorianInstituto Frances De La Laguna

1. 2011
   MemberMembership Section, International Association for the Study of Esophageal Diseases, OESO
2. 2011
   MemberEsophageal Motility Section, International Association for the Study of Esophageal Diseases, OESO
3. 2011 - present
   MemberInternational Association for the Study of Esophageal Diseases, OESO
4. 2009
   ChairEsophageal Motility Disorders, American College of Gastroenterology
5. 2009
   ReviewerAnnual Meeting Esophagus Section Poster, American College of Gastroenterology
6. 2008
   MemberInternational Relations Committee, American College of Gastroenterology
7. 2008
   MemberEducation Committee, American College of Gastroenterology
8. 2008
   MemberPost-graduate Education Committee, American College of Gastroenterology
9. 2005
   Abstract ReviewerThe Esophagus Section, American Gastroenterological Association Annual Meeting
10. 2004
    Abstract ReviewerThe Esophagus Section, American Gastroenterological Association Annual Meeting
11. 2004
    Co-ChairThe Esophagus Section, American Gastroenterological Association Annual Meeting
12. 2004
    Appointed ""Academician""National Mexican Academy of Surgery
13. 2003
    Abstract ReviewerThe Esophagus Section, American Gastroenterological Association Annual Meeting
14. 2002
    Course DirectorPost-Graduate Course: Gastroenterology - Recent Advances, American College of Gastroenterology and Florida Gastroenterology Society, Combined Regional Meeting
15. 2002
    MemberFaculty Planning Committee, Division of Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Department of Internal Medicine
16. 2002 - 2005
    MemberAdvisory Panel on Gastrointestinal Devices, Gastroenterology Section, Food and Drug Administration
17. 2002 - 2004
    GovernorNorthern Florida, American College of Gastroenterology
18. 2002
    Immediate Past PresidentFlorida Gastroenterological Association
19. 2002
    Honorary MemberMexican Gastroenterology Society
20. 2002
    MemberGastroenterology Alumni Society, University of Michigan
21. 2001 - present
    Program CoordinatorSwallowing Disorders Monthly Conference, Division of Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Department of Internal Medicine
22. 2001
    Course DirectorPost-Graduate Course: Gastroenterology in the 21 Century, Annual Meeting of the Florida Gastroenterological Association
23. 2001
    Course Co-DirectorPost-Graduate Course: Recent Advances in Gastroenterology, American College of Gastroenterology and Florida Gastroenterology Society, Combined Regional Meeting
24. 2001
    MemberPlanning Committee, Post-Graduate Course in Gastroenterology, Mayo Clinic Florida Committees
25. 2001
    MemberBy-Laws Committee, Florida Gastroenterology Society
26. 2001
    MemberAcademic Committee, Florida Gastroenterology Society
27. 2001
    MemberNominating Committee, Duval County Medical Society
28. 2000 - 2001
    PresidentFlorida Gastroenterological Association
29. 2000
    MemberInternational Task Force, American Gastroenterological Association
30. 2000 - present
    Program CoordinatorGastroenterology, Radiology and Surgery Bi-Monthly Lecture, Division of Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Department of Internal Medicine
31. 2000 - present
    MemberInternational Health Committee, Mayo Clinic Committees
32. 2000 - present
    Associate Program DirectorGastroenterology Training Program Fellowship, Division of Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Department of Internal Medicine
33. 2000 - present
    Alumni Association, Mayo Medical School, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science
34. 1999
    President-ElectFlorida Gastroenterological Association
35. 1999
    MemberCommittee for Clinical Practice Parameters, American Motility Society
36. 1999
    Nominee for GovernorState of Florida, American College of Gastroenterology
37. 1999 - present
    MemberEducation Committee, Division of Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Department of Internal Medicine
38. 1999 - present
    MemberResearch Committee, Division of Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Department of Internal Medicine
39. 1998 - 2003
    MemberInternational Committee, Mayo Clinic Florida Committees
40. 1998
    TreasurerFlorida Gastroenterological Association
41. 1998
    SecretaryFlorida Gastroenterological Association
42. 1997
    MemberMedical Staff Policies and Regulations Committee, Health Sciences Center, University of Florida
43. 1997
    TreasurerFlorida Gastroenterological Association
44. 1996 - 1998
    MemberAd Hoc Committee for the nomination of the Distinguished Clinician Award, American Gastroenterological Association
45. 1996
    Abstract Selection ReviewerAmerican College of Gastroenterology National Annual Meeting
46. 1995 - 2000
    MemberAd Hoc Committee on International Relations, American College of Gastroenterology
47. 1995
    ChairEsophageal Section, American Gastroenterological Association Annual Meeting
48. 1995
    Chairperson/ModeratorEsophageal Section, American Gastroenterological Association Annual Meeting
49. 1994
    Chairperson/ModeratorEsophageal Section, American College of Gastroenterology Annual Scientific Meeting
50. 1994
    MemberProject on Esophageal Reflux, National Task on Educational Projects, American College of Gastroenterology
51. 1994
    ReviewerRelevancy Value of Test Questions, Subspecialty Board of Gastroenterology, American Board of Internal Medicine
52. 1993 - 1997
    MemberResearch Committee, University of Florida
53. 1993
    Abstract ReviewerEsophageal Section, American College of Gastroenterology Annual Scientific Meeting
54. 1992 - 1999
    MemberInternational Association of Pancreatology
55. 1992
    Member In-chargeJacksonville Chapter, Physicians Volunteerism Program, American College of Gastroenterology
56. 1992
    Abstract Selection ReviewerEsophageal Section, American College of Gastroenterology Annual Scientific Meeting
57. 1992
    Session ChairSession on Esophageal Disorders, American College of Gastroenterology Annual Scientific Meeting
58. 1990 - 1998
    MemberSouthern Medical Association
59. 1990
    MemberNominating Committee, American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
60. 1988 - present
    MemberAmerican Association for the Study of Liver Diseases
61. 1987 - 1994
    ChairInstitutional Review Board, University of Florida
62. 1987 - 1990
    MemberFaculty Search Committee, Pathology Department, University of Florida
63. 1987 - 1990
    MemberFaculty Diagnostic Clinic Committee, University of Florida
64. 1987 - 1989
    MemberFaculty Search Committee, Cardiology Department, University of Florida
65. 1987 - present
    ChairJacksonville Gastroenterology Society
66. 1986 - 1989
    MemberHospital Reorganization Committee, University Medical Center
67. 1986 - 1987
    MemberFringe Benefit Committee, University of Florida
68. 1986 - 1987
    FacultyNephrology Search Committee, University of Florida
69. 1986 - 1987
    ChiefNephrology Search Committee, University of Florida
70. 1986 - 1987
    MemberNephrology Search Committee, University of Florida
71. 1985 - 1987
    MemberInternal Medicine Housestaff Selection Committee, University of Florida
72. 1985 - 1987
    MemberEmergency Medicine Faculty Positions Search Committee, University of Florida
73. 1985 - present
    MemberAmerican College of Gastroenterology
74. 1985 - present
    MemberAmerican Motility Society
75. 1985 - present
    MemberDuval County Medical Society
76. 1985 - present
    MemberAnnual Meeting of the Florida Gastroenterological Association
77. 1985 - present
    MemberFlorida Medical Association
78. 1985 - present
    MemberFlorida Physicians Association
79. 1985 - present
    MemberFlorida Society of Internal Medicine
80. 1985 - present
    MemberFlorida Gastroenterological Association
81. 1984 - 1994
    MemberHuman Experimentation Committee, University of Florida
82. 1982 - 1984
    MemberDetroit Gastroenterological Medical Society
83. 1982 - present
    MemberAmerican Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
84. 1982 - present
    MemberAmerican Society of Internal Medicine
85. 1980 - 1982
    MemberAmerican College of Emergency Physicians
86. 1979 - present
    MemberAmerican Gastroenterological Association
87. 1977 - present
    MemberAmerican College of Physicians
88.  
    MemberInternational Activities Committee, Mayo Clinic Florida Committees
89.  
    MemberAmerican Association for the Advancement of Science
90.  
    MemberAmerican Federation for Clinical Research
91.  
    MemberAmerican Liver Foundation
92.  
    MemberAmerican Society for Contemporary Medicine and Surgery
93.  
    MemberAbstract Selection Committee, Esophageal Section, American Gastroenterological Association Annual Meeting

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