Dr. Saigal was nominated to be a member of the AOA Honor Medical Society by current members of University of Washington AOA Chapter. Each year, the UW AOA chapter elects faculty, residents, and fellows who demonstrate commitment to and excellence in teaching medical students as well as displaying outstanding leadership, professionalism, service, and professional achievement. AOA’s purpose is to perpetuate excellence in the medical profession, and election to AOA is one of the highest honors that physicians can receive. It recognizes excellence in scholarly activities, humanistic qualities, leadership capacity, and exceptional patient care skills. To learn more about AOA, please visit alphaomegaalpha.org.