Dr. William P. Dillon has been honored with the Albert Einstein Award of Medicine by the International Association of Who's Who

    WILLIAMSVILLE, NY, October 26, 2019 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Now retired, Dr. Dillon has been recognized for his long serving career in the role of Associate Professor Emeritus of Obstetrics and Gynecology at SUNY Buffalo - Jacobs School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences. Displaying expertise in medicine, biology, chemistry, obstetrics & gynecology, maternal fetal medicine and high-risk pregnancies, Dr. Dillon's career has spanned over 49 years.

Dr. Dillon began his academic endeavors at the Canisius College where he obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in 1966. Following on from this, he furthered his education by studying at the University of Buffalo in 1970, where he achieved his M.D.

Dr. Dillon earnt the opportunity to complete extensive training starting with his Internship in 1971, Residency in 1974 and Fellowship in 1979 at the State University of New York. Dr. Dillon is also highly regarded in his profession, holding Certifications from the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology in the areas of Obstetrics and Gynecology as well as Maternal-Fetal Medicine.

In acknowledgment of his success, Dr. Dillon attributes his perseverance and his ability to stay focused on his goals. He also pays tribute to the mentors he has had the pleasure to work alongside including Vincent J. Capraro, MD, Wayne L. Johnson, MD, and Robert J. Patterson, MD.

Among his many professional accolades, Dr. Dillon is proud to have published articles on Obstetric Gynecology and other relevant topics such as patient trust and medical legal issues. Dr. Dillon also holds his appointment in 1997 as Chairman of the Board for Medical Professional Conduct for New York State by Governor George Pataki in high esteem, where he had the honor to serve for five years.

In a continuous effort to broaden his knowledge, Dr. Dillon has maintained membership with the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (FACOG), the New York State Board for Professional Conduct, The Federation of State Medical Boards, the Society of Perinatal Obstetricians, NYS Perinatal Association of Professors of Gynecology and Obstetrics, New York State Medical Society, New York State Association of Regional Perinatal Programs, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, Erie County Medical Society and Buffalo Obstetric and Gynecologic Society.

Dr. Dillon is also known to commit his time when possible to supporting the Academic Health Professionals Insurance Association and also donates to charities such as the Disabled Veterans Association and the Erie County Sheriff's Department, alongside other charitable causes.

Now in retirement, Dr. Dillon enjoys playing golf, walking and hiking as well as maintaining an interest in reading British history novels. Dr. Dillon also loves to travel, particularly visiting Florida during the winter months.

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