“BOC’s award is a meaningful tradition that celebrates the skills, dedication and impact of BOC certificants,” said Judi Knott, MA, MBA, CAE, BOC president and CEO. “As we reflect on more than 40 years of credentialing excellence, we are proud to continue this recognition program by honoring certificants who exemplify the values that define this important profession and strengthen the communities they serve.”
The BOC Certificant of the Year Award is open to any BOC-certified professional in good standing in any of BOC’s six certification areas (DME Specialist, Mastectomy Fitter, Orthotic Fitter, Orthotist, Pedorthist or Prosthetist). Nominees should demonstrate exceptional service to patients, notable achievements in research, commitment to giving back to the community and/or outreach to developing countries or other underserved areas.
BOC will accept nominations online at www.bocusa.org/certificant-of-the-year through June 15, 2026. Nominations can be submitted for a colleague, coworker or industry professional.
For more information about BOC and its credentialing programs, visit bocusa.org.
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About BOC
For more than 40 years, the Board of Certification/Accreditation (BOC) has offered highly valued credentials in the fields of orthotics and prosthetics (O&P) and durable medical equipment (DME). BOC offers accreditation for O&P practices, pharmacies and DME suppliers and certifications for orthotic fitters, mastectomy fitters and DME specialists. BOC-certified practitioners and accredited suppliers are included as qualified providers and suppliers, respectively, in the Social Security Act, as amended by the Benefits Improvement and Protection Act of 2000 (BIPA).
BOC has been acclaimed for award-winning innovation and customer service, earning international recognition with 12 Stevie Awards. Both the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Department of Veterans Affairs accept BOC credentials as meeting their standards. Learn more at www.bocusa.org.