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2026 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 2026 honorees!
Ramon Guiteras Award

Mani Menon, MD
For pioneering contributions in robotics resulting in a paradigm shift for the surgical treatment of prostate cancer
Hugh Hampton Young Award

Hunter B. Wessells, MD
For outstanding leadership and scientific contributions to the field of urologic trauma and reconstruction
Gold Cystoscope Award

Kara L. Watts, MD
For pioneering research in prostate cancer diagnostics, focal therapy and systematic quality improvement methodologies
Mid-Career Award

Jay D. Raman, MD
For significant contributions to organized urology through sustained national service, scholarly activities and leadership in education
Lifetime Achievement Award

Leonard G. Gomella, MD
For numerous outstanding contributions to urologic education and scientific advancements, particularly within urologic oncology
Victor A. Politano Award

J. Quentin Clemens, MD
For outstanding leadership and groundbreaking research in the fields of urinary incontinence and interstitial cystitis
William P. Didusch Art & History Award
Kevin Pranikoff, MD
For outstanding leadership and contributions to the history of battlefield urology
Health Advancement & Impact Award

Quoc-Dien Trinh, MD, MBA
For seminal contributions in addressing health disparities through research, education and mentorship
Distinguished Contribution Award

S. Machele Donat, MD
For critical contributions in improving the quality of care for patients with urologic cancers
Distinguished Contribution Award

Martin A. Koyle, MD
For significant contributions to the fields of pediatric urology and renal transplantation
Distinguished Contribution Award

Lori B. Lerner, MD
For advancing novel surgical technologies and education related to benign prostatic hyperplasia
Distinguished Service Award

Badar M. Mian, MD
For countless hours of volunteerism to advance urology for the benefit of practitioners and patients
Distinguished Service Award
Peter N. Schlegel, MD
For outstanding dedication to the next generation of urologists through excellence in resident and student education
Distinguished Service Award

Arthur E. Tarantino, MD
For extraordinary commitment to the AUA in the areas of advocacy, education and organizational leadership
Gold-Headed Cane Award

H. Barton Grossman, MD
For pioneering work on neoadjuvant chemotherapy and an unwavering commitment to patients with bladder cancer
Presidential Citation

Paul F. Austin, MD, MBA
For outstanding leadership in pediatric urology and impactful scientific research aimed at addressing childhood voiding dysfunction
Presidential Citation
Gina M. Badalato, MD
For national leadership in medical education including the development of the exceptional EMPIRE educational series
Presidential Citation

Kenneth I. Glassberg, MD
For leadership in the New York Section and instrumental contributions to the management of urologic care for children
Presidential Citation

Howard B. Goldman, MD
For 25 years of service on the Annual Review Course and leadership in the management of urinary incontinence
Presidential Citation

Willie Underwood III, MD, MSC, MPH
For leadership in health care disparities and public policy culminating in his election as AMA President
Presidential Citation

Mark R. Zaontz, MD
For surgical excellence, innovation and international leadership in the management of hypospadias
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