Join us in recognizing the 2024 Presidential Commendation Awardees. From groundbreaking education initiatives to vital policy advancements, these individuals and teams are shaping the future of pain medicine.
“Each of these awardees exemplifies the spirit of innovation and commitment that propels our field forward. Their contributions are not just achievements but are the foundations upon which the future of pain medicine is built,” says AAPM president Farshad M. Ahadian, MD.
Our 2024 Awardees
Education Awards
The Education award shines a light on David Copenhaver, MD, MPH; Jessica Oswald, MD, MPH; Mirsad Serdarevic, PhD; and Tim Furnish, MD, for their unparalleled commitment to enhancing educational programs.Their dedication not only enriches our learning environment but also ensures our field continues to grow with well-informed, dynamic professionals.
AAPM Scholars Program Awards
The AAPM Scholars Program proudly acknowledges Nicholas Canzanello, DO, and Oluadre O. Olatoye, MD, for their leadership, along with Rajat Moman, MD, Jay Karri, MD, Bhavana Yalamuru, MD, James Chao, MD, Kaivalya Despande, MD, Gemayel Lee, MD, Marin McDonald, MD, PhD, and Thomas Rutledge, PhD, for their significant achievements. These bright minds are the future of pain management, bringing fresh perspectives and innovative solutions to our field.
Annual Meeting Awards
Congratulations to Lynn Kohan, MD, and Amit Gulati, MD, whose efforts have significantly enhanced the value and impact of our annual meeting. Their hard work and dedication ensure our community remains at the forefront of interdisciplinary pain medicine knowledge. Under their leadership, our annual meeting participation continues to grow.
AAPM Foundation Revitalization Awards
This year, the AAPM Foundation has seen significant successes, largely due to the exceptional efforts of Antje Barreveld, MD, Charles Argoff, MD, Jeremy Adler, PA-C, Marsha Stanton, PhD, RN, Mark Wallace, MD, and Michael Hooten, MD. Their dedication has not only strengthened the foundation but also poised it for a future of expanded research and innovation. The revitalization of the AAPM Foundation is a testament to the incredible achievements possible through collective effort, enhancing our capability to lead and innovate within the field of pain medicine.
External Organizations Awards
We also celebrate the achievements of Jim Zaneillo, FASAE. Aubrey Wanner, SCORAH Consulting [Scot Sarver and Kimberly Meegan], and Paul Pomerantz, FACHE, FASAE, for their outstanding work with external organizations. Their efforts have significantly broadened the AAPM’s impact, fostering valuable partnerships across the pain medicine landscape. This collaboration underscores the importance of building relationships and working together to advance medical excellence and patient care.
Media & PR Awards
Special recognition is given to Shravani Durbhakula, MD, MPH, MBA, Mustafa Broachwala, DO, Tariq AlFarra, DO, and the Media & PR team, including Zachary McCormick, MD, Nathaniel Schuster, MD, Lynn Kohan, MD, and Steve Cohen, MD, along with Kathleen Holton, PhD, MPH, for their leadership in media and public relations initiatives. Their efforts in enhancing the AAPM’s visibility and engagement with the media and public have been exemplary, demonstrating the power of effective communication in elevating our presence and mission.
Pain Medicine Policy Awards
We applaud Steven Stanos, DO, Joseph Max Hendrix, MD, and Gregory Polston, MD, for their influential work in pain medicine policy. Their leadership and contributions are instrumental in shaping the future of pain management and improving patient care. Through their dedication, they exemplify the leadership and innovation that drive policy changes and advancements in pain medicine.Their work ensured patient access to critical pain medicine therapies.
Innovation
Congratulations to Salman Hirani, MD, Director of Innovation, and Brian Mayrsohn, MD, MS, Chair of the 2024 Innovation Challenge, for their outstanding contributions to innovation within AAPM. Their focused efforts have been instrumental in advancing the boundaries of pain medicine, aligning with AAPM’s mission to promote multidisciplinary pain care, education, advocacy, and research.