ICD Awards

All criteria, requirements and instructions for submitting nominations for the below College award categories can be found in the ICD Global Standing Rules.

Ottofy-Okumura Award

The Ottofy-Okumura Award is the highest honor given to a Fellow of the International College of Dentists recognizing extraordinary lifetime service to the ICD. To be considered, a candidate must have maintained Fellowship in good standing for at least 20 years and must have demonstrated a history of outstanding service to the College at every level. This is a rare and distinctive honor
presented to a Fellow who has significantly elevated the College through his or her actions and activities. 

Master Fellow Award

Master Fellowship is both a category of membership in the College and a significant honor conferred to deserving Active or Life Fellows, who have rendered conspicuous and outstanding service to the College. 

Candidates must have served on their Section’s governing board(s) or on the
International Council for a cumulative minimum total of ten (10) years.

Distinguished Service Award

The Distinguished Service Award is intended as a lifetime achievement award given to Active, Master or Life Fellows in good standing who continually served in key roles for the College for at least 15 years.

Emeritus Award

The Emeritus Award is meant to recognize International Council members or ICD Global leaders who have contributed to the progress and achievements of the College in a special way. 

Meritorious Award

The Meritorious Award is intended to thank Fellows who have generously donated time and talent for ICD-related service, events or community volunteerism.

Presidential Citation Award

The Presidential Citation is granted upon the wishes of the Global President or at the request of an International Councilor, this award commends a Fellow for an uncommon and outstanding achievement or contribution that is in line with the mission of ICD.