The American Limb Preservation Society (ALPS) congratulates Robert G. Frykberg, DPM, MPH, on receiving the 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award from the Diabetic Foot Society of India at DFSICON in Bangalore. The award recognizes nearly five decades of contributions to diabetic foot care, limb preservation, clinical research, and the prevention of avoidable amputations. A respected educator and mentor, Frykberg has helped shape generations of specialists worldwide while advancing interdisciplinary approaches to diabetic limb preservation. His achievements reflect ALPS’s mission to improve outcomes for people at risk of diabetes-related limb loss through research, education, collaboration, and access to specialized care.
Registration is open: Upcoming Diabetic Foot Update 2026 (DFUpdate) in San Antonio Will Spotlight Peripheral Artery Disease and Diabetic Foot Care
San Antonio, TX — The American Limb Preservation Society (ALPS) is proud to announce the return of a landmark meeting in diabetic foot care: DFUpdate 2026 – Diabetic Foot Update, taking place December 5–6, 2026, at UT Health San Antonio.
Elevate your career in limb preservation: ALPS Traveling Fellowship: Extended Application Deadline: 1 July 2026
Elevate your career in limb preservation: The ALPS Traveling Fellowship 2026 is open for applications! Apply before July 1, 2026. For clinicians who have a strong interest in limb salvage the ALPS Traveling Fellowship provides a unique mentorship opportunity.
This ALPS Traveling Fellowship is a grant created to foster global collaboration and provide hands-on learning experiences in interdisciplinary limb preservation care. Are you our next fellow?
The Limb Preservation Journal 2026 is out: Highlights the 3-Minute Diabetic Foot Exam
New publication in May Special Edition of the Limb Preservation Journal is out. The contributions assembled span six continents, a dozen clinical disciplines, and the full spectrum, from bench-level pathophysiology to patient narrative.
ALPS Founding Secretary Ryan Crews, PhD, CCRP, Honored with APMA Award of Excellence
Ryan Crews, PhD, CCRP, has received the 2026 American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) Award of Excellence, recognizing individuals who have demonstrated outstanding national accomplishments in scientific, professional, or civic endeavors. Dr. Crews was nominated by Janet Simon, DPM, and the award was presented during the APMA House of Delegates meeting held March 14–15 in Washington, D.C. The recognition highlights Dr. Crews’ longstanding contributions to research, collaboration, and advancement within podiatric medicine and limb preservation.