Marion Spencer Fay (July 24, 1896 – May 20, 1990) was an American physician, dean, teacher, and advocate.
[1] In 1959, Fay became president and dean of the College, the only woman in the United States to serve in this dual role at a medical school.
[1] Drexel University issues the annual Marion Spencer Fay Award to a woman physician or scientist "who has made an exceptionally significant contribution to health care" and "who exhibits significant future potential."
The National Board for Women in Medicine established the award in Fay's honor in 1963.
Past honorees included Julie Overbaugh, Nina F. Schor, and Reshma Jagsi.