Hanger and the American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association (AOPA) announced the creation of the Dr. James H. Campbell Commitment to Outcomes Award. The award was created to honor James Campbell, PhD, CO, FAAOP, Hanger senior vice president and COO, for his contributions to O&P, as well as part of Hanger’s commitment to advance the science of care across the profession.
The announcement was made during AOPA’s National Assembly in Charlotte on September 14. The inaugural award is slated for presentation at the 2025 National Assembly in Orlando, Florida. Every year, the award recipient will receive a $3,000 honorarium in addition to fully paid airfare, accommodations, and registration at the National Assembly.
“Jim’s impact to the O&P profession has been transformative, driving a focus on the importance of clinical outcomes,” said Pete Stoy, Hanger’s CEO. “Because of his instrumental efforts, clinical success is measured by the quality of patient care and the outcomes that are delivered. There’s no doubt the profession is better because of Jim’s commitment to excellence.”
As part of establishing the annual award, Hanger will donate $100,000 to AOPA, with the recipient being determined by AOPA’s board of directors following a formal nomination process. The award will recognize an individual who has made significant and outstanding contributions to the field through exceptional dedication to achieving the best clinical outcomes for patients.
“AOPA is honored to partner with Hanger to award the Dr. James H. Campbell Commitment to Outcomes Award,” said Eve Lee, MBA, CAE, AOPA’s executive director. “Dr. Campbell truly is a visionary and bestowing this award on others who make similar substantial contributions to the field will only further the profession and its impact on those it serves.”
