It is an honor to announce Dr. Ece Bayram as the 2026 HAE Impact Award recipient. Across multiple nominations, colleagues consistently described Dr. Bayram as someone who truly embodies the spirit of Health Access, Outcomes, and Engagement through equity‑focused research, authentic community partnership, and inclusive leadership. Nominees highlighted her tireless efforts to build sustainable community partnerships, remove access barriers through inclusive programming and interpretation services, and ensure our educational and research activities reflect the communities we serve. As a mentor and leader, Dr. Bayram was repeatedly praised for fostering environments where people feel valued, supported, and empowered—balancing high expectations with genuine care for well‑being. Her colleagues emphasized her generosity, collaboration, and willingness to show up, noting that her impact is felt not only in programs and initiatives, but in how people experience their work and their community. We are deeply grateful for her contributions and proud to recognize her with this year’s HAE Impact Award.
Honorable Recognition: Impact Award Nominees
- Danelle Carter
- Mallory Lowe, MD
- Miriam Garza De La Torre
- Meagan Watson
- Nicole Gonzales, MD
- Nicole Maes
- Sana Aslam, MD
- Sushil Rijal