The Finnish Society of Gastroenterology has since 1988 founded an annual award in honour of Professor Maxim Siurala, who was considered the founder of modern gastroenterolgy in Finland.
The award goes to someone recognized for their distinguished scientific research in the field of gastroenterology.
Professor Tom Hemming Karlsen recieved this year's award in a seremony at the Annual meeting for the Finnish Society of Gastroenterology in Helsinki, Finland on February 6th 2025. He is recognized for his significant contributions to gastroenterology and hepatology research over the last 20 years.
«It is a great honour to be recognized by Nordic colleagues in this manner», Karlsen says. «We have a great team in Oslo, and I have been privileged to work with many distinguished researchers worldwide, so the achievements for which the award is given is to be considered a joint effort, and not something I have accomplished on my own.»