OPGA names O&P WOY finalists
By HME News Staff
Updated 9:28 AM CDT, Tue August 25, 2026
WATERLOO, Iowa — Orthotic Prosthetic Group of America (OPGA) has announced the finalists for the 2026 O&P Woman of the Year Award.
The finalists are:
- Brianna Sehrer, CPO, Orthotic & Prosthetic Specialists
- Cody McDonald, PhD, CPO, Assistant Professor, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Division of Prosthetics and Orthotics, UW
- Diane Atkins, Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Baylor College of Medicine
- Gwen Ansier, CO, Clinician, Hanger Clinic
- Molly McCoy, Director, Clinical and Scientific Affairs, Hanger Clinic
Sponsored by Össur and presented by OPGA, this annual award is open to all women who work in the O&P profession. This year’s finalists have demonstrated exceptional dedication and leadership within their organizations, positively impacting patients and communities alike. Their contributions reflect the highest standards of the orthotics and prosthetics (O&P) profession, making them role models for aspiring professionals in the field. They will be honored during the American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association National Assembly, Thursday, Sept. 10, at 9:50 a.m. in the Product Preview Theater.
For more information about the O&P Woman of the Year Award, including more information about each finalist, visit www.vgm.com/oandpwomanoftheyear.
- Read about last year’s WOY: Changing face of O&P: Education, research and new generation of clinicians
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