AOF

The nomination periods for several prestigious American Osteopathic Foundation (AOF) awards are still open (but closing soon on April 30th). Please send your nominations today! aof.org/grants-and-pro…

To celebrate NOM Week, nominate a physician for the AOF Physician of the Year Award by April 30, 2026! This Award annually recognizes an Osteopathic physician whose dedication & leadership has dramatically improved the lives of their patients. #NOMWeek2026 aof.org/grants/aof-phy…

Nominate an Educator of the Year by April 30, 2026. One of the AOF’s most prestigious annual awards, this award recognizes one Osteopathic professional who has shown they consistently uphold and raise the standards of Osteopathic medical education. aof.org/grants/aof-edu…

As we start NOM Week, the American Osteopathic Foundation (AOF) invites you to download the Project Future Vision Paper and start discussions within your networks on how we can elevate the Osteopathic profession and move it forward. #NOMWeek2026 aof.org/impact-initiat…

The AOF would like to thank the Subject Matter Experts, Thought Leaders, OMS Leaders, and Barbara Ross-Lee, DO for their time & expertise in developing a bold vision for the Future of Osteopathic Medicine. Download the Project Future Vision Paper: aof.org/impact-initiat…

The AOF is excited to announce its first award recipients of 2026! Congrats to AOF/AAOA COMLEX USA Level 2-CE Exam Grant Recipients, Abraham Elliot Libman, OMS-III, Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine Harlem & Anamaria Ancheta, OMS-III, Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine!

The AOF’s Outstanding Resident of the Year Award recognizes Osteopathic medical residents who exemplify altruism, while demonstrating clinical excellence, leadership, and dedication to Osteopathic, patient-centered care. The nomination portal opens today: aof.org/grants/aof-out…

Generously funded by the AOF, the AOA’s Training in Policy Studies (TIPS) program is a policy-based program that provides an understanding of current health care policy issues while also facilitating leadership opportunities. The application is now open: aof.org/grants/trainin…

The AOF brought together over 100 Osteopathic colleagues from across the nation to establish a shared vision for the Osteopathic Research Agenda. They discussed Research Areas; Potential Barriers; & Key Steps. Download the Project Future Vision Paper: aof.org/impact-initiat…

The nomination forms for 4 AOF awards State Emerging Leader, Educator & Physician of the Year & AOF/AOiA Digital Health Excellence Award & the application for the AOF/AOAO Osteopathic Research & Education for Orthopedics Grant opened today! For more info: aof.org/grants-and-pro…

The AOF brought together over 100 Osteopathic colleagues to establish a shared vision for Osteopathic Clinical Practice. They discussed issues including Corporatization & Consolidation; Rising Specialization; & Health Equity. Download the Vision Paper: aof.org/impact-initiat…

The AOF brought together over 100 Osteopathic colleagues from across the nation to establish a shared vision for Osteopathic Medical Education. They discussed Pathway Programs & Coursework/Certification; Mentorship & Support; & Osteopathic Principles. aof.org/impact-initiat…

The American Osteopathic Foundation (AOF) brought together over 100 Osteopathic colleagues from across the nation to establish a shared vision for the future of Osteopathic Professional Identity. Download the Vision Paper to learn more: aof.org/impact-initiat…

The American Osteopathic Foundation (AOF) is proud to introduce Project Future—a multi-year, collaborative initiative culminating in the release of a new Vision Paper for the Osteopathic profession. aof.org/impact-initiat…

Osteopathic Medical Students! The AOF Scholarship application/nomination period opens today, Monday, February 23rd and closes Thursday, April 30, 2026. aof.org/grants-and-pro…

Graduating OMS-IVs! Has your spouse made significant personal and professional sacrifices that contributed to your success in medical school? If so, ask your dean to nominate your spouse for a 2026 AOF/AAOA Donna Jones Moritsugu Memorial Award! aof.org/grants/aof-aao…

The AOF/AAOA COMLEX USA grant application is now open through March 2, 2026. This grant was created to help Osteopathic med students pay for the cost of exam fees associated w/COMLEX USA Level 2-CE Exam. Up to 2 grants will be given annually. For more info aof.org/grants/aof-aao…

The American Osteopathic Foundation (AOF) is pleased to announce the election of Krissy Eisenhardt to its Board of Directors for a three-year term. aof.org/news/aof-elect…

The American Osteopathic Foundation (AOF) is pleased to announce the election of Robert W. Hostoffer Jr., DO, MBA, MS Med Ed, to its Board of Directors. aof.org/news/aof-elect…

Please help the AOF welcome our new President, Julieanne P. Sees, DO! “Dr. Sees is a bright light in our profession! says Rita Forden, AOF CEO. We are thrilled for her leadership!” aof.org/news/the-aof-a…