Hasco William Craver, III, D.O., FACOS is the 2026 recipient of the Orel F. Martin Award, The highest award of the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons, in recognition for his years of service to the College and the osteopathic profession. A native of Doylestown, Pennsylvania, Dr. Craver graduated from the University of Delaware where he earned a degree in Physical Therapy in 1979. After working in physical therapy and sports medicine at the Hershey Medical Center, he enrolled at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) and earned his Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree in 1987.
He completed a residency, serving two years as chief resident, in General Surgery at the Osteopathic Medical Center of Philadelphia in 1992. He then joined the teaching faculty and was the Academic Coordinator of the Surgery Residency Program. After practicing many years in an urban environment, he chose to serve in rural underserved communities practicing in the towns of Jasper, Georgia, and Hardinsburg, Kentucky.
Dr. Craver is board certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons. He is a Costin Scholar and has earned numerous awards including induction into the Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society, the Galen S. Young Surgery Award, resident of the year, and the Lindbach and Goldman scholarship from PCOM, National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners Case Author of the Year, PCOM Alumni Association Certificate of Merit and the Certificate of Honor. In addition, he is a member of the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) Mentor Hall of Fame and a Guardian of the Profession. In 2017, he was named the Georgia Osteopathic Medical Association Physician of the Year. He is Professor Emeritus of Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine as well as a recipient of Doctor of Humane Letters honorary degree.
Dr. Craver was actively involved in several organizations serving and/or representing osteopathic medicine including: the Residency Evaluation and Standards Committee for the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons, Council on Osteopathic Postdoctoral Training of the American Osteopathic Association, Portfolio and Expanded Assessment Task Force for the National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners, Delegate to the AOA, Board of Directors for Three Rivers Area Health Education Center (AHEC), GME Regents Evaluation and Assessment Team (GREAT) for Georgia, Medical Education Advisory Committee for the Georgia Board Physician Workforce, the Primary Care Work Group for the Georgia Statewide AHEC Network and the Council on Legislation for the Medical Association of Georgia.
He served as Dean for the Georgia campus of PCOM for over 10 years and was one of the senior leaders in the establishment of the PCOM south Georgia campus and led that campus through to full accreditation as Dean.
Dr. Craver was a member of the Board of Deans of AACOM serving in several positions on the Executive Committee, eventually as the Chair.
At the time of his retirement, he was honored by the Georgia Senate with resolution 237. “The members of this body recognize and commend Dr. Craver for his efficient, effective, unselfish, and dedicated service to the state of Georgia.” Dr. Craver’s passion has always been in education. The spark seen in a learner with new understanding continues to “make his day”. He still enjoys participation with the NBOME and guiding future Osteopathic physicians and surgeons in his retirement.
The Orel F. Martin Award, established in 1954 by the Board of Governors, honors ACOS members who have made outstanding contributions to the College and the osteopathic profession. First presented to Orel F. Martin in recognition of his distinguished service, this award reflects a legacy of dedication, leadership, and lasting impact within the surgical community. This award recognizes individuals whose commitment has helped advance the mission and values of the College. The medal is conferred during the Ceremonial Conclave at the Annual Clinical Assembly.