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.
69% Mortality Reduction in Landmark Singapore Study: A Q&A With Two of the Authors on the Impact of Podiatric Care
A new study from Singapore suggests podiatric care may do more than prevent amputations. In this Q&A, Joseph Lo, MD, and Chelsea Law, discuss findings showing a 69 percent reduction in one year mortality, and what this means for the future of multidisciplinary diabetic foot care.
Women’s History Month: Meet 5 Trailblazing Women Shaping ALPS, DFCon, and Limb Preservation
March is Women’s History Month, and this year, the American Limb Preservation Society (ALPS) proudly celebrates 5 extraordinary women from ALPS and DFCon. Through their leadership, expertise, and unwavering dedication, these trailblazers are not only making history but also shaping the future of limb preservation.
Elevate your career in limb preservation: The ALPS Traveling Fellowship 2026 is open for applications!
Elevate your career in limb preservation: The ALPS Traveling Fellowship 2026 is open for applications! Apply before June 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?
You Don’t Know What You Don’t Know: Dr. Meghan Brennan on Diabetic Foot Teams, Triaging Systems, and Her ALPS Traveling Fellowship
Dr. Meghan Brennan, infectious disease physician, implementation scientist, and the 2024 ALPS Traveling Fellow, shares reflections on a fellowship experience that spanned the University of Michigan and Oxford. She discusses learning what she didn’t know she needed to know, the value of co-designing a clinical visit, and why this welcoming community made her feel right at home, even when cold-emailing world experts.
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