APA Annual
2025 Winners
Vay Liang & Frisca Go Award for Lifetime Achievement
The Vay Liang & Frisca Go Award for Lifetime Achievement is the most esteemed recognition conferred by the American Pancreatic Association, representing the highest honor within the pancreatology community. Named in honor of Dr. Vay Liang and Mrs. Frisca Go, this award acknowledges individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and excellence across research, education, clinical practice, and mentorship. It commemorates the pioneering spirit of its namesakes, whose contributions have laid the foundation for advancements in pancreas research and the establishment of a thriving community. Through this award, the APA celebrates the recipient’s profound impact on the field of pancreatology.
Donations may be made to the Vay Liang & Frisca Go endowment here.
PAST RECIPIENTS
2025: Anil K. Rustgi MD
2024: O. Joe Hines MD
2024: Yoshifumi Takeyama MD, PhD
2024: Yupei Zhao MD
2023: Darwin L. Conwell MD, MSc, FACG
2022: Carlos Fernández-del Castillo MD
2021: Markus M. Lerch MD, FRCP
2020: Anna S. Gukosvskaya PhD
2019: Suresh Chari MD
Tooru Shimosegawa MD, PhD
2018: Martin L. Freeman MD
2017: Rodger A. Liddle MD
2016: Chris E. Forsmark MD
2015: Stephen Pandol MD
2014: William Chey MD
Ashok Saluja PhD
2013: Michael Steer MD
Masao Tanaka MD, PhD
2012: Horst F. Kern MD
Murray Korc MD
2011: Andrew L. Warshaw MD
2010: Peter A. Banks MD
2009: Fred S. Gorelick MD
Katsusuke Satake MD
2008: Daniel S. Longnecker MD
2007: Howard A. Reber MD
2006: Tadashi Takeuchi MD, PhD
Phillip P. Toskes
2005: John A. Williams MD, PhD
2004: Paul D. Webster III MD
2003: James D. Jamieson MD, PhD
2002: Eugene P. Dimagno MD
2001: Vay Liang W. Go MD
Dr. Ashok K. Saluja Distinguished Service Award
The Dr. Ashok K. Saluja Distinguished Service Award stands as a distinguished tribute within the pancreatology community, honoring individuals whose exceptional contributions, service, and educational endeavors have left an indelible mark on the field. Named in appreciation and recognition of Dr. Ashok K. Saluja, APA Secretary-Treasurer, this award honors his unwavering commitment to the organization, characterized by tireless dedication, mentorship, and the nurturing of countless friendships within the realm of pancreatology. The establishment of this award underscores the profound impact of individuals, whose steadfast efforts enrich and propel the field forward.
Donations may be made to the Dr. Ashok K. Saluja Distinguished Service Award endowment here.
PAST RECIPIENTS
2025 Christopher E. Forsmark MD
Stephen J. Pandol MD
2024 Fred Gorelick MD
2024 Kazuichi Okazaki MD, PhD
2023 John A. Williams MD, PhD
2022 Megan Golden JD
2021 Patter Birsic
Jane Holt
2020 Vay Liang W. Go MD
2019 Barbara Kenner PhD
Jean Alfred Morisset PhD
2018 Dana K. Andersen PhD
2017 Julie Fleshman JD, MBA
2016 Sudhir Srivastava PhD, MPH, MS
2015 Jose Serrano MD, PhD
Mushtaq Khan DVM, PhD
2014 Stephen P. James MD
2013 Agi Hirshberg
2012 Edward D. Purich PhD
The Hirshberg Foundation has recently announced its 2025 Seed Grant Program to promote research in pancreatic cancer.
The seed grants provide $75,000 for 1 year to US applicants. For eligibility and application CLICK HERE
Hirshberg Award
Generously supported by the Hirshberg Foundation
Best Abstracts in Early Detection of Pancreatic Cancer Research
Generously supported by the Kenner Family Research Fund
Best Abstracts in Basic and Clinical Pancreatitis Research
Generously supported by the National Pancreas Foundation
Presidential Award
