Nomination Materials
The Robert F. Gagel, M.D. Community Leadership Award recognizes a healthcare professional who has made outstanding contributions to improving osteoporosis care and increasing community awareness about bone health. This award will be presented annually to a healthcare professional residing and working in the United States or its territories.
For 2025, the nomination period will be open from March 11-April 15. The Executive Committee of the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation’s (BHOF’s) Board of Trustees will review nominations and select the recipient.
The award winner will be notified and announced in May, in recognition of Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month. The recipient will receive a plaque and a financial award (currently $1,000) to support community service efforts initiatives related to osteoporosis and bone health.

Award Criteria
  • Must be a licensed and credentialed healthcare provider who dedicates at least 25% of their practice to treating osteoporosis patients, or an individual who has developed clinical care models that enhance osteoporosis prevention and treatment.
  • Eligible candidates may include medical doctors (MDs), doctors of osteopathy (DOs), individuals with a Ph.D., registered dietitians, physical therapists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, or exercise trainers.
  • Must have a minimum of five years of medical practice or professional experience.
  • Must demonstrate a strong commitment to ongoing professional development in the fields of bone and/or musculoskeletal health.
  • Must have a proven impact on raising awareness and educating the local community about osteoporosis and bone health.

Award Nomination Materials
  • A completed nomination form (see below).
  • A copy of the nominee’s curriculum vitae (CV) and bibliography.
  • At least one (maximum of three) letter(s) of recommendation from medical or health professionals within the nominee’s community (town, city, county, or state).
  • At least one (maximum of three) letter(s) of recommendation from community leaders or organizations within the nominee’s community (town, city, county, or state).

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* 2. First Name:

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* 3. Middle Name:

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* 4. Last Name:

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* 6. Email:

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* 7. Phone Number:

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* 8. Employer:

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* 9. Occupation:

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* 10. Are you a patient?

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* 11. Are you a healthcare professional?

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* 12. Relationship to nominee - Please make at least 1 selection from the choices below:

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* 13. Name of nominee:

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* 14. Nominee's healthcare credentials - Please make at least 1 selection from the choices below.

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* 15. Nominee's professional title:

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* 16. Nominee's institution or employer:

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* 17. Address, phone number, and e-mail of nominee:

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* 18. Brief description (500 words maximum) of the significant contributions the nominee has made to advance osteoporosis prevention or treatment in the community. These contributions could impact the prevention/treatment of osteoporosis care at a state or national level, or have a major impact on care in a single community. It should address why this nominee is deserving of the Robert F. Gagel, M.D. Community Leadership Award:

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* 19. Attach a copy of the nominee’s curriculum vitae and bibliography

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* 20. Letter of recommendation from a minimum of one, maximum of three community leaders or organizations in the applicant’s community (town, city, county, or state).

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* 21. Letter of recommendation #2 from a minimum of one, maximum of three community leaders or organizations in the applicant’s community (town, city, county, or state).

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* 22. Letter of recommendation #3 from a minimum of one, maximum of three community leaders or organizations in the applicant’s community (town, city, county, or state).

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* 23. Letter of recommendation from a minimum of one, maximum of three medical/health professionals in the applicant’s community (town, city, county, or state)

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* 24. Letter of recommendation #2 from a minimum of one, maximum of three medical/health professionals in the applicant’s community (town, city, county, or state)

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* 25. Letter of recommendation #3 from a minimum of one, maximum of three medical/health professionals in the applicant’s community (town, city, county, or state)

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BHOF welcomes financial support for the Robert F. Gagel, M.D. Community Leadership Award. To donate, please click here, choose “Direct My Gift To” and select the Robert F. Gagel Community Leadership Fund in the drop-down menu.

For any questions regarding this award or nomination process, please contact Ami Patel at education@bonehealthandosteoporosis.org.

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