Allan Peterkin is the recipient of the 2023 Health Humanities Consortium Visionary Award. He was recognized for his leadership in the field of health humanities, far-reaching contributions both nationally and globally, and mentorship to health professionals.

Nominators noted that his “career has been one of global achievement and accomplishment, all with great heart and light.” In addition, Dr. Peterkin was recognized for being a “leader and champion in using the health humanities to advocate for the health of clinicians and for minority and marginalized populations in medicine.”

Dr. Peterkin was presented with the award at the Health Humanities Consortium Conference held in March at Case Western Reserve University.