We are delighted to congratulate the Career Outreach and Work Experience Initiative Team from the British Association of Prosthetics and Orthotics on winning the British Association of Prosthetics and Orthotics Award for Evidencing Impact and Excellence in Prosthetics and Orthotics, sponsored by BAPO, at the Advancing Healthcare Awards 2026.
🥇 WINNER
Career Outreach and Work Experience Initiative
The Career Outreach Team, British Association of Prosthetics and Orthotics
This prestigious recognition celebrates the team’s outstanding commitment to promoting prosthetics and orthotics as a career, supporting work experience opportunities, and inspiring the next generation of professionals. Their dedication is helping to strengthen the future workforce and raise the profile of prosthetics and orthotics across the UK.
👏 Highly Commended
Queen Mary’s Hospital Orthotic Department – Pectus Carinatum Bracing Service
Jack Presnell, Assistant Clinical Lead Orthotist; Andy Kelly and Tom Williams, Senior Technicians; and Diana Chau, Orthotist, Queen Mary’s Hospital, Roehampton.
🌟 Finalist
Active Neuro Rehabilitation Hub – Gateshead Amputee Service
Gemma Stoddart, Lead Physiotherapist; Rachel Lees, Lead Occupational Therapist; and Gail Archer, Senior Lead Occupational Therapist.
Congratulations to everyone recognised in this category at the Advancing Healthcare Awards 2026. Your work demonstrates the innovation, collaboration and excellence that continue to advance prosthetic and orthotic care and improve outcomes for patients.
📸 Photo credit: John Behets Photography.