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2025 Award Winners
Each year, the American Urological Association honors the contributions of physician researchers and educators to the field of medicine, the specialty of urology, and the AUA. Access the list of previous honorees.
Congratulations to the 2025 honorees!
Ramon Guiteras Award

Joseph A. Smith Jr., MD
For longstanding unparalleled leadership, mentorship, and global health contributions in urology
Hugh Hampton Young Award

David F. Jarrard, MD
For scientific and clinical contributions to the diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer
Gold Cystoscope Award

Ryan S. Hsi, MD
For innovative research into the pathophysiology, epidemiology, genetics, and management of urolithiasis
Mid-Career Award

Melissa R. Kaufman, MD, PhD
For outstanding research, patient care and leadership in reconstructive urology and mentoring women in urology
Lifetime Achievement Award

Gerald H. Jordan, MD
For advancing the field of urologic reconstruction and exceptional contributions to the educational goals of the AUA
Eugene Fuller Triennial Prostate Award

James A. Eastham, MD
For compassionate patient advocacy and the advancement of prostate cancer treatment
Victor A. Politano Award

E. Ann Gormley, MD, MSc
For contributions to the field of urinary incontinence through exceptional research and pioneering educational leadership
William P. Didusch Art & History Award

Sutchin R. Patel, MD
For important contributions to the understanding and appreciation of the history of urology
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award

Tracy M. Downs, MD
For mentorship and devotion to advance diversity and inclusion programs in urology
Distinguished Contribution Award

S. Duke Herrell III, MD
For innovative research, patient care, and teaching of minimally invasive, robotic, and image-guided surgeries
Distinguished Contribution Award

Jean V. Joseph, MD, MBA
For pioneering contributions in robotic surgery, inspired teaching, and dedicated leadership in urology
Distinguished Contribution Award

James M. McKiernan, MD
For outstanding contributions in urologic oncology and research outcomes for bladder cancer patients
Distinguished Service Award

Peter N. Bretan Jr., MD
For exceptional service as a physician, patient advocate, and humanitarian
Distinguished Service Award

Frederick A. Gulmi, MD
For exemplifying the mission of the AUA, particularly in shaping residency programs and resident education
Distinguished Service Award

Kurt A. McCammon, MD
For contributions to international humanitarian efforts and work in advancing genitourinary reconstruction
Gold-Headed Cane Award

Douglas A. Husmann, MD
For a career dedicated to improvements in clinical practice to enhance patient care
Presidential Citation

E. Jason Abel, MD
For leadership in building a surgical oncology program and mentorship of urological oncologists
Presidential Citation

Walid Farhat, MD, GPLLM
For excellence in leadership, clinical experience and mentorship in pediatric urology
Presidential Citation

Sarah E. McAchran, MD
For leadership, program development and faculty mentorship in female urology and women’s pelvic wellness
Presidential Citation

Kristina L. Penniston, MD, PhD, RD
For seminal work in nutritional therapy to prevent kidney stones and creating the NIH CAIRIBU research collaborative network
Presidential Citation

Kyle A. Richards, MD
For creation of a bladder cancer program and leadership in advocacy to uphold relative value units
Presidential Citation

William A. Ricke, PhD
For seminal research with O’Brien Center funding in benign urologic diseases and research network collaboration
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