Seeking nominations for AOA Distinguished Service Award

The AOA is accepting nominations for its Distinguished Service Award, the organization’s highest honor. The nomination deadline is Saturday, April 1, 2023.

The award recognizes leaders who have made outstanding accomplishments in advancing osteopathic medicine, education, research or philanthropy.

With a focus on advancement of the overall profession, rather than regional or local efforts, the award is presented to individuals who make significant contributions in the following areas:

• Contributions to the advancement of the osteopathic medical profession
• Contributions to the art and science of osteopathic medical education
• Contributions to the osteopathic profession through research
• Contributions to the osteopathic profession through philanthropic leadership

To submit a nomination for the Distinguished Service Award, please complete the online submission form. Winners will be notified in May and recognized in July during the AOA’s Annual Business Meeting.

Nominations should include the following:

• Curriculum vitae of nominee
• Letter of recommendation from the nominating affiliate’s governing board (e.g. state osteopathic medical, osteopathic specialty society, college of osteopathic medicine and/or non-practice affiliate)
• Photo of nominee
• Any additional supporting documentation (optional)

Please submit questions to Priya Garg at pgarg@osteopathic.org.