2026 John F. Sanford Award

This award honors a non-physician for contributions to public health or the field of health care. This award is named after the “father” of IMS, Dr. John F. Sanford, from Keokuk.

Please submit nominations by January 26, 2026.

The survey will take approximately 5 minutes to complete. If you would like to send additional material, please email the information to gfleming@iowamedical.org by the deadline.

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Name of Nominee *

Nominee Email *

Nominee Address *

Nominee City, State, Zip *

Nominee Phone Number *

Why should this person be considered for the award? Check all that apply. *

Demonstrated a significant contribution to Public Health and/or the field of health care

Demonstrated outstanding innovation

Recognized as an outstanding advocate for the team

Considered by colleagues to be an excellent role model

Other reasons for consideration:

Please provide examples or supporting information about this nomination.

Nominator Name *

Nominator Email or Phone Number *

If requested by the nominee, can we share this information with them? *

Yes

2026 John F. Sanford Award

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