the American College of Physicians!As a Master of the ACP, Tavo was judged an ideal candidate, embodying strength of character, integrity, bravery, perseverance, compassion, devotion, and steadiness, as well as clinical competence, service as a mentor, advocacy for quality in internal medicine, a commitment to social justice, deep interest in people, and the creation of communities of medicine. Additionally, he is a "citizen physician", educational innovator, humanist, and learner-teacher who inspires others to seek high standards and excellence.