Medals and Awards
This page contains information about the medals and awards which BAUS makes on an annual basis.
Nomination Process
Nominations from BAUS members for all Medals and Awards are now closed
Rules for the Nomination and Review Process
- Self-nominations are not accepted (Excluding USANZ Conference Visitor Award and AUA Global Residents Leadership Retreat)
- Colleagues nominated or nominating cannot take any part in the adjudication process for that year
- Single award in each category (Excluding Honorary Membership)
- Option NOT to award in each award category in event of no suitable nominee
- No person can be awarded more than one award in the same year (Excluding Honorary Membership, USANZ Conference Visitor Award & AUA Global Residents Leadership Retreat)
- During the medal and award adjudication process, the committee reserves the right to move nominees to an alternative award category if deemed more suitable (Excluding Honorary Membership, USANZ Conference Visitor Award & AUA Global Residents Leadership Retreat)
Review Process
The nominations for the St Peter's Medal, St Paul's Medal, BAUS Gold Medal, Karl Storz Harold Hopkins Golden Telescope Award, John Anderson Award, BAUS Certificate of Distinction and the USANZ Conference Visitor Award are considered by the Medals and Awards Committee which includes: BAUS Trustees, Council Members, Committee Members and previous medal winners. No member of the committee is eligible for an award.
Where members have nominated someone for an award, or they work closely with someone, they will not be involved in the discussion for that award.
The Medals and Awards Committee for the 2025 awards consisted of:
- Ian Pearce - BAUS President, BAUS Trustee, Urolink Committee Member, Previous Storz Golden Telescope Award, North West Region
- Joe Philip - President Elect & VP Education, South West Region
- Mo Belal - Deputy VP Education, FNUU Immediate Past Chair, West Midlands Region
- Helen Simpson - BAUS Regional Council Member for Scotland East
- Tony Tien - Chair, BAUS Section of Trainees, BSoT, London North Region
- SS Murali - Chair, BAUS Section of SAS & Trust Urologists, East Midlands Region
- Mehwash Nadeem - FNUU Committee Member, North East Region
- Brian Duggan - Previous BAUS Regional Council Member for Northern Ireland
- Paul Jones - Previous BAUS Honorary Secretary, Previous Storz Golden Telescope Award Winner, Wales Region
St Peter's Medal
In 1948, Mr Bernard Ward kindly presented the Association with the die of a medal to be known as the St Peter’s Medal (pictured left).
It is awarded to any subject of the British Isles who has made a notable contribution to the advancement of urology.
Nominations for the St Peter’s Medal should set out clearly the work the nominee has done which has made a notable contribution to advancement of the science and clinical / technical practice of urological surgery (ie which have a clinical / research focus).
The medal is presented at the BAUS Annual Scientific Meeting in June each year.
See previous winners
St Paul's Medal
In 1989, Mr Richard Turner-Warwick (pictured) kindly presented the Association with the die of a medal to be known as the St Paul’s Medal.
It is awarded to distinguished colleagues who are working outside the UK and Republic of Ireland and whose contributions to the Association in particular, and to UK urology in general, BAUS Council particularly wishes to appreciate and honour.
Nominations for the St Paul’s Medal should set out clearly the work the nominee has done which has directly contributed to BAUS as an entity as well as to UK Urology more generally – and give specific examples.
The medal is presented at the BAUS Annual Scientific Meeting in June each year.
See previous winners
BAUS Gold Medal
In 2008, Professor Tony Mundy (then President of BAUS) and BAUS Council agreed to institute a Gold Medal (pictured) to complement the St Peter’s Medal.
The Gold Medal is awarded to an individual (who may or may not be a clinician) who has made a notable contribution to the advancement of British urology in general – for example developing urology in the UK, promulgating British urology internationally or to the development and advancement of British urology as a corporate entity. This is distinct from the award of the St Peter’s Medal which is given for a notable contribution to the science and practice of urological surgery (ie with a clinical / research focus).
Nominations for the Gold Medal should set out clearly the work the nominee has done which has made a contribution to British urology in its widest sense – and give specific examples.
The medal is presented at the BAUS Annual Scientific Meeting in June each year.
See previous winners
BAUS Legacy Medal
As part of the BAUS 80th Anniversary celebrations in 2025, the BAUS Trustees introduced the BAUS Legacy Medal.
The Legacy Medal is awarded annually to recognise an individual who has made a lasting contribution and legacy to BAUS.
The medal is presented by the President at the BAUS Annual Scientific Meeting in June each year.
See previous winners
Karl Storz Harold Hopkins Golden Telescope Award
In 2000 Karl Storz Endoscopy (UK) Ltd generously offered to sponsor the annual award of the Harold Hopkins Golden Telescope.
Read more about Harold Hopkins
The award is given to urologists who have made a significant and lasting contribution to urology.The purpose of the award is to recognise excellence in young urologists.
Nominees must be UK Members of The British Association of Urological Surgeons and within ten years of their first consultant appointment at the nomination closing date.* (see below)
Nominations for the Karl Storz Harold Hopkins Golden Telescope Award should set out clearly the work the nominee has done which has made a significant and lasting contribution to urology as a specialty – and give specific examples.
PLEASE NOTE: nominees must be within 10 years of their first Consultant appointment on the closing date for the receipt of nominations by BAUS. In the event that the nominee has been in post for longer than 10 years, BAUS will contact those who have made the nomination.
The Award is presented by the President at the BAUS Annual Scientific Meeting in June each year.
See previous winners
John Anderson Award
John Anderson was an inspirational man. This award was instigated by John’s family and seeks to recognize an individual who has contributed to urology in an outstanding or inspirational way.
Nominations should be for a BAUS Member in good standing and can be for an outstanding urologist in any of the following membership categories - Member: Specialist Register, Member: Urological Specialist or Member: Trainee. Exemplary achievement needs to be demonstrated by inspirational activity in teaching, training, service development, service delivery or personal endeavour.
Nominations for the John Anderson Award should set out clearly how, and how widely, the nominee has inspired others in the urological community in general. Specific examples should be given of exemplary achievement and inspirational activity in the 5 categories listed in the award criteria – teaching, training, service development, service delivery or personal endeavour.
Given the criteria above, an award may not necessarily be made every year. The Award is presented by the President at the BAUS Annual Scientific Meeting in June each year.
See previous winners
BAUS Certificate of Distinction
In 2000 BAUS Council decided to create an award to recognise individuals who have had a long and significant relationship with the Association, its Annual Meeting and, most importantly, its annual exhibition.
Individuals honoured with this award will have shown a continuing interest in, and awareness of, the Association and its educational activities and will be held in high regard by the membership of BAUS. We are not only interested in individuals from “head office” but also welcome local nominees.
Nominations are invited from BAUS members for the Certificate of Distinction should set out clearly the engagement the nominee has had with BAUS, the Annual Scientific Meeting and the annual exhibition. Specific examples should be given.
The Certificate is presented by the President at the BAUS Annual Scientific Meeting in June each year.
See previous winners
BAUS Honorary Membership
Nominations are invited for Honorary Membership of BAUS. Honorary Members will have made a distinguished contribution to urology or who have achieved outstanding prominence in a field of medicine related to urology either in the UK or internationally. They shall pay no annual subscription.
Nominations for Honorary Membership of BAUS should set out clearly the work the nominee has done in respect of making a distinguished contribution to urology as a specialty in general terms (this does not have to directly relate to BAUS) or in a field of medicine related to urology. Key achievements should be clearly highlighted. The Committee will determine whether to award Honorary Membership in any one year – and it is anticipated there will be no more than two awards made annually.
USANZ Conference Visitor Award
USANZ 2026 will be held in Melbourne, Australia, 28 February to 3 March 2026.
Applications for this award are invited from UK Members of BAUS who are planning to be in Australia at the time of the meeting, either working or travelling.
The successful applicant with receive complimentary registration for the meeting, which will include attendance at the welcome reception and gala dinner. Travel expenses are not included.
Please note that if you have previously received the award, you are not eligible to apply again.
More about USANZ 2026
AUA Global Residents Leadership Retreat 2025
Background
The AUA Global Residents Leadership Retreat is an exciting opportunity for urologists in training (CCT/CESR/portfolio pathways). This is a one-day event designed to cultivate the next generation of leaders in urology and foster a connection between residents and trainees around the world. As a member of the AUA International Member Committee, BAUS can select one colleague to participate in the 2025 Retreat.
Eligibility
Applicants must be a member of the AUA and also a member of BAUS in good standing. We invite applications from colleagues who have demonstrated strong initiative and leadership qualities, as they will gain most from the programme. The strongest applications will therefore be those that evidence a commitment to leadership at local, regional or national level, for example through a trainee-focused organisation such as BSoT, BURST, or as a member of the BAUS SAS Group / SSTU.
General Information
The Retreat will be held on Friday 25 April 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The AUA will cover all programme and materials costs associated with the Retreat as well as registration fees for the AUA meeting (being held from 26-29 April 2025). BAUS will provide a grant of a maximum of £1,500 towards travel and accommodation costs (on submission of receipts).
Applications
1. Please share your previous leadership experience and how you have contributed to developing a service, event or programme of work. Please highlight contributions to organisations such as BAUS, BSoT, SSTU, BURST and other related groups (max 150 words)
2. What are your aspirations for how you might contribute to leadership in Urology in the future and how do you think the Retreat will help you achieve this? (max 150 words)
Trainee Awards
Awards to trainees, together with awards voted for/presented by trainees, can be found in the Trainees' section by using the link below:.
Go to the Trainees' section