The American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association (AOPA) is proud to announce that Robert Gailey, PhD, PT, FAPTA, has been selected as the inaugural recipient of the James H. Campbell Commitment to Outcomes Award. The award, established in 2025 and funded by Hanger, Inc., honors the legacy of Dr. James H. Campbell and celebrates those who have advanced evidence-based practice, implemented clinical outcomes programs, contributed to peer-reviewed research, and driven innovation in outcomes-based product development—all in pursuit of better orthotic and prosthetic (O&P) patient care.
Dr. Gailey is recognized worldwide for his pioneering contributions to evidence-based amputee rehabilitation and the development and implementation of outcomes measures that have reshaped O&P care. His creation of the Amputee Mobility Predictor (AMP) revolutionized functional assessment in prosthetics and remains the most widely used performance-based outcomes measure for individuals with limb loss today. He also co-developed the Comprehensive High-level Activity Mobility Predictor (CHAMP), which has become a critical standard in military and high-performance rehabilitation programs.
“Dr. Gailey’s work has advanced the profession in immeasurable ways,” said Rick Riley, AOPA President. “He has spent decades developing and validating outcomes measures and also implementing them in clinical settings. His commitment to data-driven care has improved access to prosthetic technology, informed policy, and transformed the lives of countless individuals living with limb loss. It is a privilege to recognize Dr. Gailey as the first recipient of this prestigious award.”
In addition to AMP and CHAMP, Dr. Gailey has contributed to the development of more than a dozen outcomes measures, including the PLUS-M, Comprehensive Lower-limb Amputee Socket Survey, and the Prosthetic Satisfaction Survey–13. He has also led groundbreaking research that demonstrated the value of prosthetic components in improving function and quality of life—paving the way for evidence-based justification in coverage and clinical practice.
Dr. Gailey has published more than 90 peer-reviewed journal articles and 25 book chapters, many of which have defined best practices in amputee rehabilitation. He has presented internationally and has served as a key thought leader in bridging prosthetics and physical therapy, most notably in his decades-long workshop series One Step Ahead, which has influenced care models around the world.
“It is an honor to be able to recognize Dr. Bob Gailey and his incredible contributions to the O&P field with this inaugural award,” said Dr. James Campbell PhD, President, Hanger Ventures. “Dr. Gailey has not only dedicated himself to providing excellent care to patients and serving those in need, but also to improving the O&P field through his work with outcomes measurements and evidence-based practice.”
Dr. Gailey will be formally recognized during the AOPA Annual Member Business and Awards Ceremony on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at AOPA’s 2025 National Assembly in Orlando, Florida.