Nancy Fan, MD, named 2023 Tilton Award honoree by Medical Society of Delaware
October 9, 2023Tags: Saint Francis Hospital
Wilmington, Del. – (October 10, 2023) – Saint Francis Hospital and Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic are thrilled to congratulate Nancy Fan, MD, an obstetrician/gynecologist at Saint Francis Women’s Center, as this year’s Tilton Award Honoree. The Tilton Award is a prestigious honor that is presented by the Medical Society of Delaware to a physician in recognition to their medical achievements in the state.
“Being selected as the recipient of the Tilton Award was an extremely exciting and humbling honor,” says Fan. “My top priority has always been to serve my patients and fellow physicians.”
Fan’s career spans over 30 years. Having served as past president of the Medical Society of Delaware and current chair of the Delaware Health Commission, Fan is a valued medical leader not only at Saint Francis Women’s Center but throughout the First State.
“I cannot express how much this award means to me, in recognition of this work. I will endeavor to embody the spirit of this award as I continue to advance my profession and work for a healthier Delaware,” Fan adds.
Now in its seventh year, the Tilton Award recognizes one outstanding physician who lives out the values of the Medical Society of Delaware’s first president, James Tilton, MD, to whom the award pays tribute. According to the Medical Society of Delaware, Tilton Award recipients exhibit an innovative and pioneering spirit, and a lifelong commitment to service for the betterment of patients, local community and the nation.
“Dr. Nancy Fan embodies natural leadership qualities and possesses an exceptional ability to communicate effectively,” says Robert J. Varipapa, MD, president of the Medical Society of Delaware. “Her expertise and unwavering dedication toward the improvement of health care in Delaware and her efforts as a mentor to me and others is laudable."
Fan will be honored at the annual Tilton Award Reception on Thursday, October 12, at the University and Whist Club in Wilmington, Del.
Schedule an appointment with Nancy Fan, MD, or learn more about her achievements at Saint Francis Hospital and Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic.