Nominations for Archie Vinitsky Awards 2026
Archie Vinitsky Awards 2026 The Archie Vinitsky Awards During the 2023 Singapore conference of the ASPOA region, two candidates were given honor as the recipients for the Archie Vinitsky Awards. They were Ria Smeijers of the Netherlands and Dr. Harikesh Buch of India. Although, both were unable to attend, they have given word and gratitude […]
Dr. Harikesh Buch is honored as Archie Vinitsky Awardee for 2023
Official News Communications Dr. Buch’s unwavering dedication to improving the lives of individuals, combined with his exceptional surgical skills, make him a truly outstanding professional in his field. He has consistently demonstrated an exceptional commitment to providing the highest quality of care and support for ostomates. He actively participates in research, contributing to the […]
Mr. Barry Maughan is the Archie Vinitsky Awardee 2017
Official News Communications Mr .Barry Maughan and wife Jackie are joined by Richard Mcnair and Jill Newton for a souvenir photo in Seoul Korea. Back in 1962, when the network of ostomy support groups was first organized in the United States there was a quiet, unassuming man who was one of the pioneer leaders […]
Mr. John O’Neill honored as Archie Vinitsky Awardee for 2007
Official News Communications John and Jan have been married for 33 years and have two daughters and one grandson. John who was an elected member of the Wanganui County Council for 18 years was awarded the Queens Service Medal(Q.S.M.)in 1991 for services to New Zealand. Mr. John O’Neill became an Ileostomate in 1966 as a […]