YPN Outstanding Resident Member
The YPN Outstanding Resident Member is presented to one physician during years when a worthy candidate exists for an outstanding accomplishment, event or service during the preceding calendar year. All candidates must be members of Missouri Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons.

The 2025 MAOPS YPN Outstanding Resident Member is Tessa Tolen, DO.
MAOPS Young Physicians Network: YPN Postgraduate Physician of the Year
Tessa Tolen, DO, was honored by the MAOPS Young Physicians Network as their first Postgraduate of the Year recipient.
Dr. Tolen has been an active MAOPS member since medical school and continues her service through participation on multiple committees and as the Postgraduate Trustee to MAOPS Board. Dr. Tolen is also a MAOPS Delegate to the AOA House of Delegates.
Historical List of YPN Outstanding Resident Member Award Winners:
- 2025 – Tessa Tolen, DO