National Prize for Medicine
The National Prize for Medicine () was created in 2001 by the , the Association of Medical Faculties, the Association of Medical Scientific Societies, and the . It is given to recognize the work of those doctors who have excelled among their peers in the area of clinical or public health and, in addition, have had a prominent role in teaching, academic administration, or research. The prize consists of a diploma, a commemorative medal, and an amount of money that is contributed by the medical community. It is awarded every two years.