The Sandy Kirkley Clinical Outcomes Research Grant funds innovative orthopaedic sports medicine research to advance evidence-based care, supported by the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine.
Funder: American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (Full application submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $25,000 for one-year clinical outcomes or pilot research project; seed or supplemental funding
Summary: Supports rigorous clinical outcomes research in orthopaedic sports medicine, honoring Dr. Sandy Kirkley's legacy of evidence-based inquiry.
The Sandy Kirkley Clinical Outcomes Research Grant is designed to promote high-quality clinical outcomes research in orthopaedic sports medicine. Named for Dr. Sandy Kirkley, a pioneer in advocating for randomized controlled trials in the field, this grant provides seed or supplemental funding for innovative research projects or pilot studies. The aim is to elevate the standard of evidence supporting orthopaedic interventions, with a focus on advancing scientific rigor and patient care.