AOF’s State Emerging Leader Awards recognize exemplary new physicians in practice from across the country. One physician will be selected per state in concert with the state association.

From this outstanding pool of State Emerging Leaders, all nominees will be considered for the prestigious National Emerging Leader Award. This national award serves to honor a new physician in practice who achieves the highest possible level of distinction, whose leadership inspires others, whose noticeable accomplishments motivate others, and whose medical knowledge, combined with patient empathy enrich the lives of those they serve.

Eligibility

• Licensed, practicing Osteopathic physician with 5-7 years years post-residency/fellowship

• Current member of their state Osteopathic association
• Makes a measurable difference in health care modalities, treatment, or policy
• Improves the lives of patients through direct patient-centered care
• Promotes Osteopathic medicine and its philosophy
• Serves as a role model and is a strong leader who uses skills to better the profession
• Contributes noteworthy accomplishments in the field of medicine, health policy, or patient-centered care.
• Making a positive impact through contributions to Osteopathic organizations
• Demonstrates a philanthropic spirit through contributions of time, talent, or treasure.

Submit a Nomination

Learn more about our most recent State Emerging Leaders and the National Emerging Leader.

State Emerging Leader nominations will be accepted between April 1 and June
14, 2024; all nominations received by May 27, 2024 will be eligible to be
considered for the National Emerging Leader Award.