The American Limb Preservation Society (ALPS) proudly celebrates Dr. Joseph Mills, Professor and Chief, Division of Vascular Surgery & Endovascular Therapy, Baylor College of Medicine — and ALPS Founding Clinical Chair—on receiving the American Diabetes Association’s honor in diabetic foot care, the 2025 Roger Pecoraro Award.
New Orleans, LA – June 2025. The American Limb Preservation Society (ALPS) made a resounding impact at this year’s Vascular Annual Meeting (VAM) and the Society for Vascular Nursing (SVN) gathering, held in the vibrant heart of New Orleans. From cutting-edge education to cross-disciplinary collaboration, ALPS’s presence underscored the urgency and innovation driving the field of limb preservation.
The American Limb Preservation Society (ALPS) marked its presence at PODOCON 2025 in Bangalore, India, reaffirming its mission to eliminate preventable amputations worldwide. The visit underscored ALPS’s commitment to advancing education and promoting the benefits of multidisciplinary teams in diabetic foot care in regions facing high burdens of diabetes-related complications.
Distinguished Professor David G. Armstrong, Founding President of the American Limb Preservation Society (ALPS), delivered a powerful keynote at the 11th Shijiazhuang International Diabetes Conference. Hosted by The Second Hospital of Shijiazhuang, the event welcomed over 1,000 clinicians, scientists, and public health leaders focused on the intersection of diabetes care and limb preservation.
New publication in May Special Edition of the Limb Preservation Journal highlights ALPS’ global impact. The article in the special issue outlines the position and educational initiatives being undertaken in 2025 by the American Limb Preservation Society, a partner member, along with Wounds Canada, of the Limb Preservations Alliance. It highlights global outreach programs and collaborations in 2025.