OPGA calls for O&P WOY noms
By HME News Staff
Updated 2:17 PM CDT, Wed June 10, 2026
WATERLOO, Iowa — The Orthotic Prosthetic Group of America (OPGA) has opened nominations for the 2026 O&P Woman of the Year Award. Sponsored by Össur and presented by OPGA, this annual award honors women who have made significant and lasting contributions across the orthotics and prosthetics profession, demonstrating exceptional leadership, service and dedication. “We’re proud to continue recognizing the remarkable women whose work strengthens providers, empowers patients, and shapes the future of O&P,” says Jeff Kessler, director of OPGA. “For ten years, the O&P Woman of the Year Award shines a light on the passion, expertise, and commitment women bring to this profession and the lives they touch every day.” Nominators are encouraged to provide examples of how the nominee has made significant contributions throughout her career to serve her patients, community, business and the O&P profession. Nominations for the 2026 O&P Woman of the Year Award must be submitted by July 10 and may be made here www.vgm.com/oandpwomanoftheyear. The award recipient will be selected by a committee of O&P professionals and announced during the AOPA National Assembly later this year.
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