The International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics (ISPO) is accepting nominations for the Sepp Heim Award and the Brian and Joyce Blatchford Team Prize for Innovation. The winners will be recognized during the ISPO 21st World Congress in Bangkok, Thailand, in March 2027.
The Sepp Heim Award recognizes outstanding individuals or organizations that have made significant contributions to the development and advancement of O&P services, training, and care in less-resourced settings. The submission deadline is December 30.
Named in honor of Sepp Heim for his lifelong dedication and visionary leadership in the global O&P community, the award celebrates those who embody excellence, service, and impact. ISPO members and National Member Societies can nominate candidates who have significantly contributed to delivering:
- Impactful service
Exceptional commitment to expanding access to affordable, quality mobility, and rehabilitation care in less-resourced settings
- Education and training
Outstanding contributions to building local capacity, workforce training, or institutional development
- Innovation and leadership
Pioneering efforts that improve quality of life for persons with physical disabilities
The Brian and Joyce Blatchford Team Prize for Innovation was established by the Blatchford family to recognize outstanding research and innovation in prosthetics, orthotics, and rehabilitation engineering. The submission deadline is December 10.
€15,000 and an official certificate of recognition will be awarded to the winning individual or team. Complimentary congress registration will be awarded for one author and reimbursement for one author’s travel and accommodation up to a total of €1,500 to attend the ISPO World Congress.
