Outstanding Resident of the Year Awards
Nomination Portal
The American Osteopathic Foundation (AOF) Outstanding Resident of the Year Award (OROTY), established in 1997, recognizes Osteopathic medical residents who exemplify altruism, while demonstrating clinical excellence, leadership, and dedication to Osteopathic, patient-centered care. This prestigious award highlights residents whose commitment to Osteopathic principles distinguishes them within their program and the profession.
Over time, OROTY has evolved to include a financial component to support professional development and conference participation.
For more information regarding eligibility and submission requirements, please visit: https://aof.org/grants/aof-outstanding-resident-of-the-year-award.
Nominations of resident physician members from the following partnering specialties will be accepted in 2026: AAO, ACOEP, ACOFP, ACOI, ACONP, ACOOG, ACOP, AOAO, AOCA, and AOCR.
Outstanding Resident of the Year Awards
Outstanding Resident of the Year Awards
Nomination Portal
The American Osteopathic Foundation (AOF) Outstanding Resident of the Year Award (OROTY), established in 1997, recognizes Osteopathic medical residents who exemplify altruism, while demonstrating clinical excellence, leadership, and dedication to Osteopathic, patient-centered care. This prestigious award highlights residents whose commitment to Osteopathic principles distinguishes them within their program and the profession.
Over time, OROTY has evolved to include a financial component to support professional development and conference participation.
For more information regarding eligibility and submission requirements, please visit: https://aof.org/grants/aof-outstanding-resident-of-the-year-award.
Nominations of resident physician members from the following partnering specialties will be accepted in 2026: AAO, ACOEP, ACOFP, ACOI, ACONP, ACOOG, ACOP, AOAO, AOCA, and AOCR.