Awards

Each year at the Annual Conference, a number of prestigious awards are presented to individuals whose achievements have made a significant contribution to the field of lasers and energy-based devices for medicine. The award recipients are chosen from a pool of nominations.

Caroline and William Mark Memorial Award

This award was established in 1982 to recognize individuals for their clinical or research accomplishments based on their lifetime contribution to laser technology. It is given in memory of Caroline and William Mark, who were pivotal in the formation of The American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery. Learn More

Dr. Horace Furumoto Innovations Professional Development Awards

Distinguished Contributor Award This award was established in 2007 by Candela Corporation, Cynosure, and DEKA to recognize an individual who has played a significant role in industry with multiple accomplishments. It is given in memory of the genius, leadership, and commitment of Dr. Horace Furumoto. Learn More

Young Investigator Award This award was established in 2007 by Candela Corporation, Cynosure, and DEKA to recognize and encourage the development of future technology innovators and leaders. It is given in memory of the genius, leadership, and commitment of Dr. Horace Furumoto. Learn More

Ellet H. Drake Memorial Award

This award was established in 1995 to recognize a practicing physician who has contributed to innovative laser procedures and/or laser products for medicine. It is given in memory of Ellet Drake, MD, co-founder of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery. Learn More

Excellence in Laser Nursing/Allied Health Award

This award was established in 1991 to recognize outstanding nursing and allied health contributions to ASLMS and the advancement of joint practice in laser medicine and surgery. It is given in recognition of candidates who have promoted laser medicine through demonstrated expertise, consistent professional conduct, and exceptional standards of practice. Learn More

Kenneth A. Arndt, MD Lifetime Mentorship Award

This award was established in 2024 to recognize individuals for their commitment to training the next generation of medical professionals. It is given in recognition of Dr. Kenneth A. Arndt. His contributions to the fields of dermatology and research have made a lasting impact on how ASLMS members practice medicine. Learn More

Leon Goldman Memorial Award

This award was established in 1998 to recognize a practicing physician whose career demonstrates excellence in clinical research, patient care, or education related to medical lasers. It is given in memory of the many contributions of Leon Goldman, MD the “Father of Laser Medicine.”  Learn More

Melanie C. Grossman, MD Award for Leadership, Mentorship, and Advocacy for Women in Medical Science

The ASLMS Leadership, Mentorship & Advocacy for Women in Medical Science Award was established in 2015 to honor an individual who has significantly promoted the professional development of women in specialties using lasers and/or energy-based devices through teaching, mentoring, organizational leadership, or public advocacy. In 2021, the award was renamed to honor Melanie C. Grossman, MD, a long-standing ASLMS member who passed away early in the year. Learn More