Portage la Prairie Family Physician Dr. Mike Omichinski's been awarded Professional Association of Residents and Interns of Manitoba Educator of the Year Award for 2015-2016.

Omichinski gives a few reasons why he feels he was selected.

"I was very honoured. I think it culminates in 3 main things when I look at this. One is my enthusiasm, number two the residents that we have obviously nominate me, and therefore as a result of the nomination they're recognizing me, and the third part is my practice. The culmination of those three is probably the reason why I'm fortunate enough to be recognized."

Omichinski received a few awards in his time, but nothing as prestigious as this.

"I've been recognized a number of times at the Mid-3 level, I've received a number of teaching awards from there in teaching excellence. A lot of that has to do with I've been doing it for so long, and really enjoy having the students and residents around."

He adds his family has been very supportive in the whole process, and like any body who accepts an award, he really needs to thank them also.