The scholarship was established to recognize a trainee who exemplifies the spirit of Nancy Beery, D.O., an advocate for whole-person wellness.
Nancy Monaghan Beery, D.O. (1956-2023) was an inspiration to her patients, students and colleagues. A marathoner, an Ironman triathlete, and an alpine skier, Nancy found joy in incorporating fitness and healthy eating into a busy life and exemplified this for all who had the honor of knowing her. Dr. Beery’s ACOP friends remember her fondly as someone who was optimistic and had an infectious smile; she was often found sharing a laugh and a warm moment.
Dr. Monaghan Beery embodied everything an osteopathic pediatrician should be. She was passionate about educating future doctors, advocating for pediatric patients and their families, and promoting health and wellness. This was evident with her involvement within the American College of Osteopathic Pediatricians (ACOP) where she was the Chair of the Wellness Committee and created wellness events at ACOP continuing medical education conferences. She served as Program Chair for several ACOP conferences, as well as Co-Chair for the CME Committee. She also held several positions on the ACOP Board of Trustees including Trustee, Secretary-Treasurer and Vice President. Dr. Beery was honored with the 2018 ACOP Harold H. Finkel, DO and Arnold Melnick, DO Community Pediatrician of the Year Award.
Have you or a trainee you know led an initiative or program that encourages a healthy lifestyle for the community, among fellow trainees, or with patients? Nominees may be recognized for efforts such as promoting physical activity, nutrition, healthy weight, stress management, mental well-being, or other activities that support whole-person wellness.
Please consider nominating yourself or an osteopathic trainee for the Nancy Beery DO Promoting Wellness Scholarship, Presented by ACOP. Nominations will be accepted from professors, mentors, colleagues, or ACOP members.
Eligibility Criteria –
- Current fellows or residents training in pediatrics or students interested in pediatrics
- ACOP Member
Submission Requirements:
- Brief summary of why the nominee is deserving of the scholarship (work or activities promoting whole-person wellness)
- Nominee CV/resume
Scholarship Amount: $1,000
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Application Deadline: January 15, 2026
Scholarship will be awarded at the ACOP 2026 Spring Conference on Saturday, March 28, 2026 in Columbus, OH.
Current ACOP Board of Trustee members are not eligible for the scholarship.