Presidents’ Awards
In keeping with our mission to celebrate the outstanding individuals and teams delivering frontline imaging and oncology services across the UK, we are delighted to open nominations for the inaugural UKIO Presidents’ Awards. These awards will recognise exceptional contributions to patient care, innovation, education, sustainability, and leadership within our community.
We warmly invite nominations for both individuals and teams across the categories. All nominations will be reviewed by the Vice Presidents of the UKIO working party, and winners will be announced at the UKIO Presidents’ Awards Ceremony during the final plenary session on Wednesday 10 June 2026.
For each nomination, please provide up to 100 words explaining why the nominee deserves this prestigious recognition. Find out more about each award below and click here to make a nomination. The deadline for nominations is 23:59 on Sunday 19 April.
The categories:
1. Presidents’ Medal for Outstanding Contribution to Imaging or Oncology
Awarded to an exceptional individual who has dedicated their career to improving patient outcomes while making a lasting impact on colleagues, services, and the wider profession.
2. Educator of the Year
Recognising an individual or team that has delivered sustained, high-quality and impactful teaching or training that has significantly supported professional development in imaging or oncology.
3. Sustainability Initiative of the Year
Awarded to an individual or team that has led an impactful sustainability initiative aimed at reducing the carbon footprint of healthcare delivery within imaging or oncology services.
4. Innovator of the Year
Recognising individuals or teams who have successfully implemented digital health or technological solutions that improve patient outcomes, operational efficiency, or staff wellbeing within imaging or oncology departments.
5. Industry Leader of the Year
At UKIO, we recognise the important role that industry plays in advancing research, innovation, and education. This award celebrates an industry leader who demonstrates outstanding leadership and commitment to improving patient outcomes through value-driven collaboration.