Nominations Open for Second Annual Fogarty Prize

Award honors high-impact medical technology innovations

Mar. 31, 2026 at 3:29pm

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A glowing neon outline of a medical device or instrument, conceptually representing the groundbreaking innovations recognized by the Fogarty Prize.The Fogarty Prize celebrates the visionary medical innovators whose pioneering work is transforming healthcare.Mountain View Today

The Thomas J. Fogarty Prize, an annual award recognizing transformative medical device innovations, is now accepting nominations for its second year. The prize was established in 2025 to celebrate pioneering work that has significantly improved patient outcomes and advanced the field of medtech.

Why it matters

The Fogarty Prize highlights the critical role that medical technology plays in improving healthcare and saving lives. By recognizing groundbreaking innovations, the award aims to inspire the next generation of medtech entrepreneurs and engineers to tackle complex challenges in the industry.

The details

The Fogarty Prize is awarded by the Fogarty Institute for Innovation, a non-profit organization founded by renowned cardiovascular surgeon and medical device inventor Dr. Thomas J. Fogarty. The $100,000 prize is given annually to an individual or team whose work has demonstrated a significant, measurable impact on patient care and the advancement of medical technology.

  • The second annual Fogarty Prize nomination period is open from March 31 to May 15, 2026.
  • The winner will be announced at a ceremony in June 2026.

The players

Thomas J. Fogarty

A renowned cardiovascular surgeon and medical device inventor who founded the Fogarty Institute for Innovation.

Fogarty Institute for Innovation

A non-profit organization that awards the annual Fogarty Prize to recognize transformative medical technology innovations.

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What’s next

The Fogarty Institute will review all nominations and select the 2026 Fogarty Prize winner, who will be announced at a ceremony in June.

The takeaway

The Fogarty Prize serves as an important recognition of the vital role that medical technology innovation plays in improving patient outcomes and advancing the healthcare industry.