The Extra Mile Award - In Memory of Mark Thomas
The APAGBI have established this new award in memory of Mark Thomas who sadly passed away in 2025. Mark was a paediatric anaesthetist at GOSH, and spent much of his career advancing the specialty through his passion for teaching and research. He spent many years on the council of the APAGBI and was president of the APAGBI in 2021-23.
The Extra Mile Nomination Form 2026
This award is designed to recognise anaesthetists with a paediatric interest in the UK and Ireland, who are clearly exceptional in all aspects of their clinical practice, but who also are driven to go “the extra mile” to deliver teaching and training, colleague support, well-being improvement and inclusivity for the wider department, or are recognised as the 'unsung hero' of the anaesthetic department.
We would ask that all APAGBI members consider who within their department might fit the bill and would encourage you to submit a nomination.
Nominations should clearly outline how the candidate demonstrates the qualities that distinguish them from their peers including some of the defining characteristics shown below:
- Clinical excellence: Technical proficiency, clinical judgment and wisdom, communication skills
- Teaching and training: Ability to train and inspire trainee colleagues and others
- Communication skills: Beyond formal teaching or academic presentations
- Supporting colleagues: Providing valuable support to colleagues and co-workers, improving well-being, promoting inclusivity
Full details are included on the nomination form. All nominations will be considered by the APAGBI Officers who will choose the successful recipient.
Please read carefully and note the closing date for receipt of nominations of 30th March 2026.
At the time of Marks passing a Much Loved Tribute Page was set up where you can see some of the wonderful connections that made during his time.