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Dr Carol Fawkes awarded national recognition for osteopathic leadership
Published 18 December 2025
Dr Carol Fawkes, Health Services Researcher and General Adviser, Research Support Service (Imperial College London and Partners), won the Outstanding Leader Award at the Institute of Osteopathy’s (iO) prestigious annual awards ceremony in London on 22 November.
The IO was proud to introduce this new award for 2025, which celebrates individuals who lead by example and demonstrate exceptional day-to-day leadership in education, regional engagement, or professional development, particularly those making a meaningful, behind-the-scenes impact without seeking the spotlight.
Dr Carol Fawkes receives the award from Daniel Collis, iO President.
Carol’s background is in musculoskeletal care, particularly back pain. Her PhD focussed on the use of patient reported outcome measurement (PROMs), and the use of technology to facilitate PROM data collection. The PROMs data collection app she developed for her PhD has been translated into several different European languages (French, German, Dutch, Swedish, Danish, Spanish, Italian, Brazilian Portuguese and Norwegian). Carol has also been involved in the cross-cultural translation of the app content and will be working on further translations in the future.
“Carol’s contribution to osteopathy has been exceptional. We’re especially proud to acknowledge Carol as a graduate of the British School of Osteopathy (BSO) ...”
University College of Osteopathy
Dr Alison Robinson Canham, Chief Executive of the Institute of Osteopathy, said:
“The judges agreed that Dr Fawkes demonstrated exceptional leadership across all areas of the criteria. Her influence, dedication, and contributions at a national level were recognised as going above and beyond what is expected.”
Carol was delighted at the news: “It was a surprise to be nominated for the award and an even bigger one to win it!”
And the University College of Osteopathy were equally pleased to hear about her Award:
“Carol’s contribution to osteopathy has been exceptional. We’re especially proud to acknowledge Carol as a graduate of the British School of Osteopathy (BSO) – a testament to the impact and legacy of our alumni community, whose dedication continues to elevate the profession. Congratulations, Carol, on this richly deserved recognition.”
Dr Jerry Draper-Ropi, Director (NCOR), HSU, added to their congratulations:
“Extremely well deserved for all the work you’ve done and continue to do for and with the profession. Really nice to see your contributions recognised!”
For further information, please contact:
Dr Carol Fawkes: Carol.Fawkes@hsu.ac.uk
Congratulations to Dr Fawkes on her well-deserved win. Discover all the 2025 Award winners and their inspiring stories here.