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2024 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 2024 honorees!


Ramon Guiteras Award

Headshot of John D. Denstedt, MD

John D. Denstedt, MD
For pioneering work using endourologic approaches for stone disease and for outstanding leadership as AUA Secretary during the worldwide pandemic


Hugh Hampton Young Award

Headshot of Sam S. Chang, MD, MBA

Sam S. Chang, MD, MBA
For outstanding research, leadership and exemplary care of patients with urological cancers


Gold Cystoscope Award

Headshot of Simpa S. Salami, MBBS, MPH

Simpa S. Salami, MBBS, MPH
For expertise in genomics and biomarkers in the management of prostate and kidney cancer


Mid-Career Award

Headshot of Scott E. Eggener, MD

Scott E. Eggener, MD
For clinical contributions and research that improved the screening, diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer


Lifetime Achievement Award

Headshot of Alan W. Partin, MD, PhD

Alan W. Partin, MD, PhD (posthumous)
For outstanding contributions to the practice, science and education of urological oncology


Robert C. Flanigan Education Award

Headshot of Richard K. Babayan, MD

Richard K. Babayan, MD
For inspiring leadership and mentorship of residents and medical students to support future generations of urologists


Victor A. Politano Award

Headshot of Larissa V. Rodriguez, MD

Larissa V. Rodriguez, MD
For the advancement of the treatment of urinary incontinence through pioneering research and compassionate patient care


William P. Didusch Art & History Award

Headshot of Jennifer B. Gordetsky, MD

Jennifer B. Gordetsky, MD
For demonstrating a passion for medical history and extensive publications on urological history


Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award

Headshot of Brian K. McNeil, MD, MBA

Brian K. McNeil, MD, MBA
For outstanding efforts in addressing healthcare disparities and fostering diversity within urology


Distinguished Contribution Award

Headshot of Peter C. Albertsen, MD

Peter C. Albertsen, MD
For a dedicated career evaluating the impact of screening and treatment in men with prostate cancer


Distinguished Contribution Award

Headshot of Angelo E. Gousse, MD

Angelo E. Gousse, MD
For dedicated research in treating voiding dysfunction and overactive bladder


Distinguished Contribution Award

Headshot of Jihad H. Kaouk, MD

Jihad H. Kaouk, MD
For dedication to innovation and teaching robotics and minimally invasive surgery


Distinguished Service Award

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Lane S. Palmer, MD
For exemplary leadership in pediatric urology and contributions to the AUA’s educational materials


Distinguished Service Award

Headshot of Jonathan N. Rubenstein, MD

Jonathan N. Rubenstein, MD
For exceptional leadership to advance AUA goals in health policy, coding, reimbursement and ICD-10 implementation


Distinguished Service Award

Headshot of Drew N. Shifflet, MD, CAE

Drew N. Shifflet, CAE
For exemplary leadership, contributions and service to the AUA, UCF and Northeastern Section Boards


Gold-Headed Cane Award

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Gregory A. Broderick, MD
For over 30 years of dedication to the advancement of urology resident education


Presidential Citation

Headshot of Steven E. Canfield, MD

Steven E. Canfield, MD
For over a decade of vision and leadership as Director of the AUA’s Lessons in Urology course


Presidential Citation

Headshot of Michael Coburn, MD

Michael Coburn, MD
For dedicated leadership to the ACGME Urology Review Committee and for advancing the field of urological trauma


Presidential Citation

Headshot of E. Ann Gormley, MD

E. Ann Gormley, MD
For extraordinary contributions to the ACGME Urology Review Committee, the American Board of Urology and the AUA Board of Directors


Presidential Citation

Headshot of Byron D. Joyner, MD, MPA

Byron D. Joyner, MD, MPA
For contributions to the ACGME Urology Review Committee and exemplary leadership in the field of graduate medical education


Presidential Citation

Headshot of Ajay K. Nangia, MBBS

Ajay K. Nangia, MBBS
For important contributions to the field of male reproductive medicine and surgery


Presidential Citation

Headshot of Hillary L. Copp, MD

Hillary L. Copp, MD, MS
For dedicated service and leadership in pediatric urology and the education of pediatric urology fellows

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