Each year, the American Urological Association recognizes leaders who have made lasting contributions to urology through research, education, patient care, mentorship and service. The 2026 honorees represent a wide range of specialties and achievements across the field.
Join us in congratulating this year’s honorees!
Mani Menon, MD, was selected for the Ramon Guiteras Award for pioneering contributions in robotics resulting in a paradigm shift for the surgical treatment of prostate cancer.
Hunter Wessells, MD, earned the Hugh Hampton Young Award for outstanding leadership and scientific contributions to the field of urologic trauma and reconstruction.
Kara L. Watts, MD, received the Gold Cystoscope Award for pioneering research in prostate cancer diagnostics, focal therapy and systematic quality improvement methodologies.
Jay D. Raman, MD, was honored with a Mid-Career Award for significant contributions to organized urology through sustained national service, scholarly activities and leadership in education.
Leonard G. Gomella, MD, was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award for numerous outstanding contributions to urologic education and scientific advancements, particularly within urologic oncology.
