RECOGNITION
The FIP feels there is paramount importance in supporting and recognizing individuals who, through their vision and commitment to their profession, make an exceptional contribution to the fields of podiatry. As such, every year FIP-IFP honors those who have demonstrated commendable work and dedication in areas aligned with FIP’s overall mission.
Honoring advocates for podiatry
Throughout the years, FIP has honored individuals who have been steadfast advocates for podiatry, making significant contributions to the profession and positively impacting patients’ lives. We celebrate those whose dedication has helped advance podiatric care and strengthen our community.
FIP-IFP Lifetime Achievement Award
1997 Robert Van Lith
2003 José Roofthooft
2005 Margrét Jónsdóttir
2005 Ronald Lepow
2007 and 2013 Bob Hardy, Clarks Shoes
2008 Philip Lahrmann
2009 Joseph Addante and David Ashcroft
2016 Robert Chelin (California)
2017 Stuart Baird
2019 José García Mostaza
2020 Matt Garoufalis and Serge Coimbra
2021 Vincent Hetherington and Christian Jerome
2022 Honorary Presidency to Matthew Garoufalis and Christian Jerome
FIP Honorary Members
Heidi Corcoran, Honorary President – in recognition for her outstanding dedication and involvement as President of the International Federation of Podiatrists
Vince Hetherington, Honorary membership, in recognition of professional dedication and involvement in the International Federation of Podiatrists
Ivan Farrugia, in recognition of professional dedication and involvement as Vice President of the International Federation of Podiatrists;
Paul Munce, in recognition of professional dedication and involvement as a Board Member of the International Federation of Podiatrists;
James Hill, in recognition of professional dedication and involvement as Secretary General of the International Federation of Podiatrists;
Erin Fourier, in recognition of professional dedication and involvement as Treasurer of the International Federation of Podiatrists.
The 2017 President, Matthew J. Garoufalis, presents the FIP-IFP Lifetime Achievement Award to Stuart Baird, who has just retired after an amazing career as Professor and Dean of Podiatric Medicine at Glasgow Caledonian University.
FIP-IFP Distinguished Service Award
2005 Serge Coimbra, Gerard Manin and Margret Jonsdottir
2008 Philip Lahrmann
2013 Robert Chelin
2016 Joseph Caporusso
2018 Dr. Hämäläinen Carine as FIP President (2014-2016)
2019 Matt J Garoufalis
2020 Edith Dornberger, Minna Stolt, Ekaterini Klikakas, Caroline Teugels
2021 Pauline Wilson, Carles Verges Salas, David Dunning
FIP-IFP Humanitarian Award
2004 Yves Manbeck and Christophe Jacobs (BE) (MWV)
2008 Special Olympics International
2009 Vicki Anton Athens (USA) (Guatemala)
2010 Margaret Van Putten (NL) (Bosnia)
2011 Kirsten Larsen (DK)
2013 Dr. Patricia Nichols (USA) (Haiti)
2014 Patrick Deheer (USA)
2016 Dr. Greta Dereymaeker (BE)
2018 SOI Humanitarian Award 2004 Paramedics Without Vacation
2018 Dr. Patrick Nunan for his work with Special Olympics International as Global Clinical Advisor
Certificate of Appreciation for Those Who Served the Federation
2018 Christine Kobrzycka-Wais
2015 Heidi Corcoran and Mona Boesen
2016 Joanna Brown (SOCAP)
2017 Neil Simmonite (SOCAP)
2008 SOI Humanitarian Award
2004 Paramedics Without Vacation
Other
José Roofthooft received an award
