Dr. Francisca Velcek Recognized for Her Decades of Service
By Department of Surgery | May 26, 2023
On behalf of the SUNY Downstate Surgery Department, we extend our heartfelt congratulations
to Dr. Francisca Velcek for her outstanding achievements. With over 50 years of dedicated
service as a pediatric surgeon, Dr. Velcek has made an indelible impact on countless
lives. We commend Dr. Velcek for her remarkable commitment to the field of pediatric
surgery throughout her illustrious career. Her expertise and skill have brought healing
and improved the lives of numerous children and their families.
Dr. Velcek was recently awarded the esteemed Hugh J. Carroll, MD Award for Clinical Excellence. This prestigious recognition is a testament to her exceptional abilities as a clinical teacher of medicine. Dr. Velcek embodies both the scientific and artistic aspects of medicine, imparting crucial knowledge to her trainees while fostering compassion and humanistic values. Dr. Velcek's dedication to the science of medicine has equipped her students with essential diagnostic and patient care skills. Her compassionate approach and nurturing nature have instilled the importance of empathy and patient-centered care in all her trainees.
We express our deepest gratitude to Dr. Velcek for her remarkable contributions to the medical field. Her impact has resonated for years and has left an enduring mark on the lives she has touched. Please join us in congratulating Dr. Velcek for her exceptional career of service. She is an inspiration and role model to all aspiring medical professionals.