Dr. Samir El-Dahr, MD, the Jane B. Aron Professor and Chair of the Department of Pediatrics at the School of Medicine and Pediatrician-in-Chief at Children’s Hospital New Orleans, was honored with the prestigious Henry L. Barnett Award at the Pediatric Academic Societies Meeting in Toronto, Canada. The Henry L. Barnett Award, originally established as the “Kidney Award” in 1990 and renamed in 1994, celebrates lifetime achievements in pediatric nephrology. It recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the teaching of nephrology, advocacy for children, and distinguished service in the field. This accolade highlights Dr. El-Dahr’s exemplary dedication and outstanding contributions to pediatric nephrology.