Sander A. Kushner, DO, FACOFP Memorial Osteopathic Family Medicine Resident Award

The ACOFP Foundation invites osteopathic family medicine residents to apply for the Sander A. Kushner, DO, FACOFP Memorial Osteopathic Family Medicine Resident Award.

Dr. Kushner had a passion for osteopathic family medicine and a commitment to teaching. His legacy and impact on osteopathic medicine is evident through the physicians he trained, the colleagues with whom he worked and—most importantly—within the communities where he practiced. Watch this video to hear what 2022 recipient Ravin Patel, DO, had to say about receiving this honor.

Application Checklist

For your application to be considered, the following items must be submitted:

• Completed application
• Current curriculum vitae
• 500–650-word personal statement
• Headshot suitable for publication

Personal Statement Requirements

Your 500–650-word personal statement should include your academic achievements, career goals in osteopathic family medicine and how you will continue Dr. Kushner's legacy.

Award Criteria

The Sander A. Kushner, DO, FACOFP Memorial Osteopathic Family Medicine Resident Award is available to ACOFP resident members who are enrolled in AOA-accredited family medicine residencies or in ACGME-accredited family medicine residencies with osteopathic recognition. Not an ACOFP member? Join for free.

SUBMIT APPLICATION