Congratulations to Professor Alberto Piaggesi!
We are thrilled to celebrate Professor Alberto Piaggesi, previous EWMA President, as the recipient of the Edward James Olmos Award for Advocacy in Amputation Prevention 2024. This prestigious award, given out by the American Limb Preservation Society (ALPS) at their annual conference DFCon, honors individuals whose dedication, expertise, and compassion have profoundly advanced the field of diabetic foot care and limb preservation.
Professor Piaggesi, serves as the Director of the Diabetic Foot Unit at the University Hospital in Pisa, Italy— a position he has held since 2012. He has redefined diabetic foot care through his pioneering work as a “limb preservation specialist,” establishing Tuscany’s renowned “Diabetic Foot Valley” as a global model of interdisciplinary excellence.
Through his leadership in the EWMA Diabetic Foot Committee, Professor Piaggesi and EWMA are extending this collaborative approach across Europe, inspiring healthcare systems for better care. Dr. Piaggesi has contributed to groundbreaking research, bringing innovative insights into the field of diabetic foot to clinicians globally.
Professor Piaggesi, your commitment to advocacy and your transformative impact on diabetic foot care are an inspiration to all. This is a well-deserved recognition. Congratulations!
The Edward James Olmos award is named in honor of the celebrated actor and director Edward James Olmos, who has been active in raising awareness of the ravages of diabetes and the importance of limb preservation in the Latino community in America.
