Celebrating a Lifetime of Innovation, Care, and Impact
The Lifetime Achievement Award in Prosthetics & Orthotics recognises an individual made an outstanding, sustained, and long-term contribution to the prosthetics and orthotics profession. The award highlights exemplary dedication, innovation, leadership, and service that have had a significant and lasting impact on the advancement of the profession, patient care, and/or education and research in the field.
About the Award
Nominees must meet the following:
- At least 25 years of active service in prosthetics and orthotics (clinical, research, education, advocacy, policy, or leadership).
- Recognised as a leader, innovator, or role model.
- In good professional and ethical standing.
- Demonstrated significant contributions (clinical practice, research, leadership, mentorship, education, policy, innovation).
- Contributions must show sustained, positive, and measurable impact on the profession locally, nationally, or internationally.
Recipients are celebrated at the BAPO’s annual awards event, where they are presented with a commemorative award or plaque, with citation, and recognition of their lifelong contributions and public recognition via BAPO channels.
Nomination Process
Nominations may be submitted by peers, institutions, associations, or recognised bodies (no self-nominations).
What to include in a nomination:
- Completed nomination form
- Detailed nomination statement (max 1,500 words)
- CV or professional profile
Selection Process
- The Executive Committee of BAPO reviews nominations and makes the final decision.
- Decision is final and not subject to appeal.
- Award is not a regular occurrence; given only when a suitable candidate is nominated.
- Maximum one award per year; no minimum requirement.
- Evaluation based on breadth/depth of contributions, sustained impact, leadership/innovation, and professional legacy.
- Nominations received for individuals who have already received the award will be declined.
Deadline: 30th April 2026