“You are a lifelong learner - hold onto your enthusiasm, and never lose the passion.”
- Sarah M. Gutknecht, DNP, APRN, CPNP-AC/PC
 | Sarah Gutknecht Continuing Education Scholarship $1,000 towards attendance at IPOS for a new to practice APP in pediatric orthopaedics Sarah was a champion in the pediatric orthopaedic advanced practice field. She advocated for professional development, emphasizing the importance of building your basic pediatric orthopaedic knowledge while utilizing primary care fundamentals as a foundation for your daily practice. In honor of Sarah, POPS will award one scholarships per year to assist with registration and travel fees associated with IPOS conference (1 recipient). This scholarship has been graciously funded by Gillette Children's Hospital Division of Orthopaedic Surgery. For more details contact: popssociety2019@gmail.com |
| Lori Karol Continuing Education Scholarship $1,000 towards attendance at POPS Annual Conference for POPS Members Dr. Lori Karol was a true trailblazer, leader, mentor, role model, colleague, and friend to us all. As an advocate for Advanced Practice Providers, Dr. Karol was instrumental in the foundation of POPS in 2005. In honor of Dr. Karol POPS will award one scholarships per year to assist with registration and travel fees associated with POPS conference (1 recipient). This scholarship has been graciously funded by the POPS organization and independent donations. For more details: Lori Karol Scholarship.pdf |
| Jack Flynn Emerging Leader Scholarship (coming 2026) $1,500 towards attendance at IPOS for emerging leader POPS members with greater than 3 years of experience in pediatric orthopaedics Dr. John “Jack” Flynn has been an unwavering advocate for Advanced Practice Provider (APP) development and inclusion. Through years of formal and informal leadership, he has instilled in all of us the following core values:
This scholarship looks to recognize APPs who exude and live by the values Dr. Flynn has taught us. It is funded by the POPS organization. For more details contact: popssociety2019@gmail.com |
POPS MICROGRANT Two separate grants up to $1,000 annually (one time award) The objective of the POPS Microgrant Program is to advance musculoskeletal care for children and adolescents through Advance Practice Provider lead education, research, quality, safety and value initiatives, and advocacy. The program was established in 2024 to encourage POPS members to lead and become involved in orthopaedic research and quality initiatives, in an attempt to improve patient care. For more details: 2026 Micro Grant Application.pdf |