ST. ALBANS — Dr. Anna Royer, of Northwestern Associates in Surgery, was honored with the Deogracias “Deo” P. Esguerra, MD Service Award at Northwestern Medical Center’s recent appreciation event.
The award was created in 2011 to honor a provider with a “passion for excellence and dedication to the patients of our community.” Its namesake, Dr. Esguerra, was known as a caring, passionate and inspirational physician who loved both the science and art of medicine.
Dr. Katie Montagne, the 2023 recipient, presented the award to Dr. Royer, and shared sentiments from medical staff colleagues including this reflection: “She demonstrates a deep and consistent investment in the people of this institution, a genuine care for the community, and an unwavering commitment to the patients she serves. She is a meticulous surgeon who consistently goes above and beyond her job description in pursuit of exceptional care and the protection of access to care in our community.”
Dr. Royer grew up in Maine and completed her undergraduate degree at Colby College. She attended Boston University School of Medicine and completed her surgical training at the University of Tennessee College of Medicine in Chattanooga. She practiced in Central Maine before coming to NMC in July of 2018. Since joining NMC, Dr. Royer has been a valued member of the Tumor Board and Cancer Committee and served as Medical Staff President.
Dr. Royer joins a list of “Deo Award” honors that that includes Dr. Fred Holmes, Dr. Frank Zsoldos, Dr. Mike Corrigan, Dr. Chip Chiappinelli, Dr. Robert Zelazo, Dr. Stephen Payne, Dr. Toby Sadkin, Dr. John Minadeo, Dr. Robert Beattie, Dr. Lowery Sullivan, Dr. Laura Bellstrom, Dr. Louis Dandurand, Dr. Katie Montagne and Dr. Donny Khela.
