Calendar
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866.613.0257.
| 2009 | |
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| Jul 8-11 | Alabama Prosthetic & Orthotic Association: 2009 Annual Meeting - Birmingham Marriott, Birmingham Alabama. Contact: For hotel reservations, call 205.968.4508. Attendees contact Fred Crawford, 205.280.1666. Exhibitors contact Regina Weger, 678.455.8859; e-mail: rweger@spsco.com |
| Jul 9 |
Ultraflex: Pediatric UltraSafeGait™ Continuing Education Course - via WebEx. Noon – 1:00 pm ET. Course covers clinical assessment and compensating for pediatric gait deficits with the new Adjustable Dynamic Response (ADR) technology. Instructor: Taffy Bowman, CPO. Contact: 800.220.6670; register at www.ultraflexsystems.com
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| Jul 10 |
SPS: Prosthetic Advances Course - Boston, MA. Two half- day sessions (4 hours each) focusing on the Plie’ MPC Knee™ and i-LIMB™ Hand respectively. Register for one (4 PCEs) or both (8 PCEs) sessions. Contact: Kimberly Fell, 800.767.7776 x173; e-mail: kfell@spsco.com
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| Jul 15 |
SPS: Continued Concepts in WalkAide - Orlando, FL. Refresher course on WalkAide providing instruction on the new Walk-Analyst software version 2.3, as well as Medicare reimbursement under new HCPCS code reviewed in the morning. Advanced course taught in the afternoon. Contact: Kimberly Fell, 800.767.7776 x173; email: kfell@spsco.com
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| Jul 16-18 |
FAOP/FCAAOP: 2009 Annual Conference - Renaissance Resort at Sea World, Orlando, FL. An educational opportunity for all O&P disciplines to earn credits for ABC and state licensure. Contact: 813.265.3267; e-mail faopoffice@verizon.net; www.faop.org
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| Jul 17-18 | ASOP: Las Vegas Bracing & Casting Symposium - Las Vegas, NV. Hands-on workshops and free hotel room special. Augusto Sarmiento, MD, is the keynote speaker. Up to 24.5 CEUs for orthotists and fitters. Other weekly workshops at www.castingworkshop.com. Contact: Charles Barocas, CO, 727.394.1700; www.castschool.com |
| Jul 21 |
Ultraflex: Pediatric UltraSafeGait™ Continuing Education Course - via WebEx. Noon – 1:00 pm ET. Course covers clinical assessment and compensating for pediatric gait deficits with the new Adjustable Dynamic Response (ADR) technology. Instructor: Taffy Bowman, CPO. Contact: 800.220.6670; register at www.ultraflexsystems.com
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| Jul 21-22 |
SPS: WalkAide Training Course - San Francisco, CA. Two-day course providing instruction on the WalkAide System and new Walk-Analyst software version 2.3. Course covers patient evaluation, functional testing, and gait assessment. Medicare reimbursement under new HCPCS code. Contact: Kimberly Fell, 800.767.7776 x173; kfell@spsco.com
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| Jul 23 |
SPS: Applications of Stance Flexion Orthoses - Charlotte, NC. Taught by Gary Bedard; clinical applications and case studies used to demonstrate patient selection and product choice. Assessment, clinical evaluation, alignment, gait training, and fabrication techniques covered. Contact: Kimberly Fell, 800.767.7776 x173; e-mail: kfell@spsco.com
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| Jul 23-24 |
Euro International: Prepreg Basic Seminar - Tampa, FL. Seminar taught by German master Judith Trinkl on the usage of prepreg material in the construction of sockets. 10.75 CEUs.
Contact: Nelson Sanabria, 800.378.2480; e-mail: nelson@eurointl.com; www.europrepreg.com
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| Jul 24 |
OPGA: Bioness Training Course - Cleveland, OH. One-day course covers the NESS L300 system evaluation and hands-on training. Instructed by Keith McBride, MPT, DPT, and John Michael, MEd, CPO/L, FAAOP, FISPO. The NESS L300 is a user-friendly neuroprosthetic designed to improve gait for individuals experiencing foot drop. 7 CEUs. Register at www.opga.com
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| Jul 28 | College Park Industries: Clinical Application Workshop - Mackinaw City, MI. Course includes live patient fitting, hands-on session, and anatomy of the College Park feet: TruStep®, Venture®, TruPer®, Tribute®, and the new Accent® and Onyx®. 9 PCEs. Contact: Angela Foster, 800.728.7950; www.college-park.com |
| Aug 3-8 |
ABC: Certification Written Exam - ABC certification exams will be administered for orthotists, prosthetists, pedorthists, and fitters. The application deadline for these exams is June 1. Contact: 703.836.7114; www.abcop.org/credentialing.asp
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| Aug 6-7 |
Euro International: Prepreg Basic Seminar - Tampa, FL. Seminar taught by German master Judith Trinkl on the usage of prepreg material in the construction of sockets. 10.75 CEUs.
Contact: Nelson Sanabria, 800.378.2480; e-mail: nelson@eurointl.com; www.europrepreg.com
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| Aug 7 |
Ultraflex: Pediatric UltraSafeGait™ Continuing Education Course - via WebEx. Noon – 1:00 pm ET. Course covers clinical assessment and compensating for pediatric gait deficits with the new Adjustable Dynamic Response (ADR) technology. Instructor: Taffy Bowman, CPO. Contact: 800.220.6670; register at www.ultraflexsystems.com
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| Aug 11-12 |
Allard USA: T.O.T.E. (Tomorrow’s Orthotic Technology Education) - Jackson, MS. Three courses: Gait Biomechanics and Orthotic Applications; Management of Hip and Foot/Ankle Complex for Tone-Involved Pediatrics; and Mold-to-Patient Custom Orthotics. Approved for 18 CEUs. Contact: 888.678.6548; e-mail: info@allardusa.com
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| Aug 13 |
Touch Bionics: A Contemporary Approach to Fitting and Training the Upper-Limb Amputee with the i-LIMB Hand and ProDigit - Shriner’s Hospital, Philadelphia, PA. For prosthetists and therapists. Contact: 800.208.7546; e-mail: ustraining@touchbionics.com
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| Aug 14-15 | Texas Chapter of the AAOP: 2009 Annual Scientific Symposium - Sheraton Austin, Austin, Texas. Hotel information: 512.404.6946. Contact: Jonathon Cassens, CPO, 979.731.1985; fax: 979.776.8447; e-mail: ctoplp@oal.com |
| Aug 18 | College Park Industries: Clinical Application Workshop - Fairfax, VA. Course includes live patient fitting, hands-on session, and anatomy of the College Park feet: TruStep®, Venture®, TruPer®, Tribute®, and the new Accent® and Onyx®. 9 PCEs. Contact: Angela Foster, 800.728.7950; www.college-park.com |
| Aug 18 |
SPS: WalkAide Training Course - Washington DC. Eight hour course providing instruction on the WalkAide System and new Walk-Analyst software version 2.3. Course provides patient evaluation, functional testing, and gait assessment, as well as Medicare reimbursement under the new HCPCS code. Contact: Kimberly Fell, 800.767.7776 x173; email: kfell@spsco.com
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| Aug 19 |
SPS: WalkAide Refresher Course - Washington DC. Four hour course for clinicians who have previously attended the WalkAide training course. Course focuses the new Walk-Analyst software version 2.3 and Medicare reimbursement under the new HCPCS code. Contact: Kimberly Fell, 800.767.7776 x173; email: kfell@spsco.com
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| Aug 19-23 |
ATi: Orthotic Fitter School - Philadelphia PA. Independent comprehensive course to prepare for certification exam. Participants are eligible for 42.75 BOC credits when also taking the Therapeutic Shoe/Diabetic Foot course. ABC granted ATi approved education status. Contact: Lois Meier, 888.265.6077; e-mail: lois@kasseledu.com; register online at www.kasseledu.com
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| Aug 20 |
Ultraflex: Pediatric UltraSafeGait™ Continuing Education Course - via WebEx. 11:00-Noon ET. Course covers clinical assessment and compensating for pediatric gait deficits with the new Adjustable Dynamic Response (ADR) technology. Instructor: Taffy Bowman, CPO. Contact: 800.220.6670; register at www.ultraflexsystems.com
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| Aug 21-22 | Arkansas State O&P Association: Meeting - Peabody Hotel, Little Rock, AR. Contact: Tonya Horton, 501.663.2908; e-mail: thorton@hortonsoandp.com; www.arsopa.org |
| Aug 25 |
SPS: WalkAide Training Course - Atlantic City, NJ. Eight hour course providing instruction on the WalkAide System and new Walk-Analyst software version 2.3. Course provides patient evaluation, functional testing, and gait assessment, as well as Medicare reimbursement under the new HCPCS code. Contact: Kimberly Fell, 800.767.7776 x173; email: kfell@spsco.com
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| Aug 26 |
SPS: WalkAide Refresher Course - Atlantic City, NJ. Four hour course for clinicians who have previously attended the WalkAide training course. Course focuses the new Walk-Analyst software version 2.3 and Medicare reimbursement under the new HCPCS code. Contact: Kimberly Fell, 800.767.7776 x173; email: kfell@spsco.com
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| Aug 27 | College Park Industries: Clinical Application Workshop - Los Angeles, CA. Course includes live patient fitting, hands-on session, and anatomy of the College Park feet: TruStep®, Venture®, TruPer®, Tribute®, and the new Accent® and Onyx®. 9 PCEs. Contact: Angela Foster, 800.728.7950; www.college-park.com |
| Aug 27-28 |
Euro International: Prepreg Basic Seminar - Tampa, FL. Seminar taught by German master Judith Trinkl on the usage of prepreg material in the construction of sockets. 10.75 CEUs.
Contact: Nelson Sanabria, 800.378.2480; e-mail: nelson@eurointl.com; www.europrepreg.com
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| Aug 28 |
OPGA: Bioness Training Course - Boston, MA. One-day course covers the NESS L300 system evaluation and hands-on training. Instructed by Keith McBride, MPT, DPT, and John Michael, MEd, CPO/L, FAAOP, FISPO. The NESS L300 is a user-friendly neuroprosthetic designed to improve gait for individuals experiencing foot drop. 7CEUs. Register at www.opga.com
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| Aug 31 - Sep 1 |
Allard USA: T.O.T.E. (Tomorrow’s Orthotic Technology Education) - Las Vegas, NV. Three courses: Gait Biomechanics and Orthotic Applications; Management of Hip and Foot/Ankle Complex for Tone-Involved Pediatrics; and Mold-to-Patient Custom Orthotics. Approved for 18 CEUs. Contact: 888.678.6548; e-mail: info@allardusa.com
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| Sep 1 |
ABC: Certification Exam Deadline - Applications must be received by September 1 for individuals seeking to take the fall 2009 ABC certification exams for orthotists, prosthetists, pedorthists, technicians, and fitters. Contact: 703.836.7114; www.abcop.org/credentialing.asp
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| Sep 1 |
Ultraflex: Pediatric UltraSafeGait™ Continuing Education Course - via WebEx. 10:00-11:00 am ET. Course covers clinical assessment and compensating for pediatric gait deficits with the new Adjustable Dynamic Response (ADR) technology. Instructor: Taffy Bowman, CPO. Contact: 800.220.6670; register at www.ultraflexsystems.com
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| Sep 2 | College Park Industries: Clinical Application Workshop - New Orleans, LA. Course includes live patient fitting, hands-on session, and anatomy of the College Park feet: TruStep®, Venture®, TruPer®, Tribute®, and the new Accent® and Onyx®. 9 PCEs. Contact: Angela Foster, 800.728.7950; www.college-park.com |
| Sep 10-11 | Northern Plains Chapter of the AAOP: 2009 Annual Fall Seminar - Jimmy's Conference and Catering Center, Vadnais Heights, MN. This two-day event will offer participants more than 12 MCEs. Contact: Mark Kroll, CO, e-mail: mkroll@winkley.com |
| Sep 14 |
Touch Bionics: A Contemporary Approach to Fitting and Training the Upper-Limb Amputee with the i-LIMB Hand and ProDigit - Shriner’s Hospital, Minneapolis, MN. For prosthetists and therapists. Contact: 800.208.7546; e-mail: ustraining@touchbionics.com
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| Sep 17 | College Park Industries: Clinical Application Workshop - San Francisco, CA. Course includes live patient fitting, hands-on session, and anatomy of the College Park feet: TruStep®, Venture®, TruPer®, Tribute®, and the new Accent® and Onyx®. 9 PCEs. Contact: Angela Foster, 800.728.7950; www.college-park.com |
| Sep 18 |
Ultraflex: Pediatric UltraSafeGait™ Continuing Education Course - via WebEx. Noon – 1:00 pm ET. Course covers clinical assessment and compensating for pediatric gait deficits with the new Adjustable Dynamic Response (ADR) technology. Instructor: Taffy Bowman, CPO. Contact: 800.220.6670; register at www.ultraflexsystems.com
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| Sep 18 |
OPGA: Bioness Training Course - Chicago, IL. One-day course covers the NESS L300 system evaluation and hands-on training. Instructed by Keith McBride, MPT, DPT, and John Michael, MEd, CPO/L, FAAOP, FISPO. The NESS L300 is a user-friendly neuroprosthetic designed to improve gait for individuals experiencing foot drop. 7CEUs. Register at www.opga.com
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| Sep 20-23 | AOPA: National Assembly - Washington State Convention & Trade Center, Seattle, WA. Four days of education, exhibits, and networking. Contact: Kelly O’Neill, 571.431.0852; e-mail: koneill@AOPAnet.org; www.aopanet.org |
| Sep 29-30 |
Allard USA: T.O.T.E. (Tomorrow’s Orthotic Technology Education) - Philadelphia, PA. Three courses: Gait Biomechanics and Orthotic Applications; Management of Hip and Foot/Ankle Complex for Tone-Involved Pediatrics; and Mold-to-Patient Custom Orthotics. Approved for 18 CEUs. Contact: 888.678.6548; e-mail: info@allardusa.com
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| Sep 30 |
ABC: Mandatory Accreditation Deadline for Pedorthic and Post-Mastectomy Organizations - The Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ (CMS) mandatory accreditation deadline for all post-mastectomy and pedorthic facilities. Contact: Christine Michael, 703.836.7114 x250; e-mail: cmichael@abcop.org; www.abcop.org/accreditation
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| Sep 30 |
Ultraflex: Pediatric UltraSafeGait™ Continuing Education Course - via WebEx. 11:00-Noon ET. Course covers clinical assessment and compensating for pediatric gait deficits with the new Adjustable Dynamic Response (ADR) technology. Instructor: Taffy Bowman, CPO. Contact: 800.220.6670; register at www.ultraflexsystems.com
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| Oct 1 | College Park Industries: Clinical Application Workshop - Cleveland, OH. Course includes live patient fitting, hands-on session, and anatomy of the College Park feet: TruStep®, Venture®, TruPer®, Tribute®, and the new Accent® and Onyx®. 9 PCEs. Contact: Angela Foster, 800.728.7950; www.college-park.com |
| Oct 1 |
SPS: Applications of Stance Flexion Orthoses - Anaheim, CA. Taught by Gary Bedard, CO, FAAOP; clinical applications and case studies used to demonstrate patient selection and product choice. Assessment, clinical evaluation, alignment, gait training, and fabrication techniques covered. Contact: Kimberly Fell, 800.767.7776 x173; e-mail: kfell@spsco.com
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| Oct 8 |
SPS: Applications of Stance Flexion Orthoses - Boston, MA. Taught by Gary Bedard, CO, FAAOP; clinical applications and case studies used to demonstrate patient selection and product choice. Assessment, clinical evaluation, alignment, gait training, and fabrication techniques covered. Contact: Kimberly Fell, 800.767.7776 x173; e-mail: kfell@spsco.com
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| Oct 8 | College Park Industries: Clinical Application Workshop - Edison, NJ. Course includes live patient fitting, hands-on session, and anatomy of the College Park feet: TruStep®, Venture®, TruPer®, Tribute®, and the new Accent® and Onyx®. 9 PCEs. Contact: Angela Foster, 800.728.7950; www.college-park.com |
| Oct 8-9 |
Euro International: Prepreg Basic Seminar - Tampa, FL. Seminar taught by German master Judith Trinkl on the usage of prepreg material in the construction of sockets. 10.75 CEUs.
Contact: Nelson Sanabria, 800.378.2480; e-mail: nelson@eurointl.com; www.europrepreg.com
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| Oct 8-9 |
ABC: Technician Certification Exam Dates - Spokane, WA. The application deadline for this exam is September 1. Contact: 703.836.7114; www.abcop.org/credentialing.asp
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| Oct 9-10 |
Academy: One-Day Seminars - Hyatt Regency O'Hare, Chicago, IL. Participate in focused education programming and earn Certificates of Professional Development, which are required to attain the “Fellow of the Academy” designation. Contact: Matt Beierschmitt, 202.380.3663 x206; e-mail: mbeierschmitt@oandp.org; www.oandp.org/education/seminars/one-day/
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| Oct 12-16 |
NUPOC: Pedorthics 801: Management of Foot Disorders: Theory and Clinical Concepts - Chicago, IL. This one-week course is designed to develop understanding of how pathological conditions can cause sensory, motor and neurological disabilities at the foot and ankle complex. $825. Contact: Vicki Rachel-Graham, 312.238.8006; e-mail: v-rachel@northwestern.edu; www.nupoc.northwestern.edu
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| Oct 14-15 |
Allard USA: T.O.T.E. (Tomorrow’s Orthotic Technology Education) - Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Three courses: Gait Biomechanics and Orthotic Applications; Management of Hip and Foot/Ankle Complex for Tone-Involved Pediatrics; and Mold-to-Patient Custom Orthotics. Approved for 18 CEUs. Contact: 888.678.6548; e-mail: info@allardusa.com
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| Oct 14-16 |
New England Chapter of the AAOP: Annual Meeting - Manchester, NH. Conveniently located minutes from the Manchester airport, at the Radisson Hotel, 700 Elm St. in downtown Manchester, NH. Contact: Erin Cammarata, 978.835.3084; e-mail: szeller@bostonbrace.com; www.regonline.com/707308
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| Oct 15 |
Ultraflex: Pediatric UltraSafeGait™ Continuing Education Course - via WebEx. 10:00-11:00 am ET. Course covers clinical assessment and compensating for pediatric gait deficits with the new Adjustable Dynamic Response (ADR) technology. Instructor: Taffy Bowman, CPO. Contact: 800.220.6670; register at www.ultraflexsystems.com
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| Oct 16 |
OPGA: Bioness Training Course - Orlando, FL. One-day course covers the NESS L300 system evaluation and hands-on training. Instructed by Keith McBride, MPT, DPT, and John Michael, MEd, CPO/L, FAAOP, FISPO. The NESS L300 is a user-friendly neuroprosthetic designed to improve gait for individuals experiencing foot drop. 7CEUs. Register at www.opga.com
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| Oct 19-23 | Trulife: Orthotic Fitters Course - St. Petersburg, FL. Contact: Emily Swain, 360.697.5656; e-mail: eswain@trulife.us; www.trulife.com |
| Oct 19-30 |
NUPOC: Pedorthics 802: Management of Foot Disorders: Technical Theory & Fabrication - Chicago, IL. This two-week course (M-F) develops and refines the technical skills necessary in fabrication of foot orthoses as well as shoe modifications specific to management of foot and ankle disorders. The major portions of the course will be devoted to lab sessions. $1,700. Contact: Vicki Rachel-Graham, 312.238.8006; e-mail: v-rachel@northwestern.edu; www.nupoc.northwestern.edu
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| Oct 22-23 |
Euro International: Prepreg Basic Seminar - Tampa, FL. Seminar taught by German master Judith Trinkl on the usage of prepreg material in the construction of sockets. 10.75 CEUs.
Contact: Nelson Sanabria, 800.378.2480; e-mail: nelson@eurointl.com; www.europrepreg.com
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| Oct 23 | Ohio Orthotics and Prosthetics Association: Annual Fall Meeting - Doubletree Hotel, Columbus, Ohio. Contact: Dianne Farabi, 614.659.0197; e-mail: dfarabi@columbus.rr.com |
| Oct 24 | Ohio Chapter of the AAOP: Annual Fall Scientific Meeting - Doubletree Hotel, Columbus, Ohio. Contact: Richard W. Butchko, 614.659.0197; e-mail: butchko1@columbus.rr.com; www.ohiochapteraaop.com |
| Oct 27 |
Ultraflex: Pediatric UltraSafeGait™ Continuing Education Course - via WebEx. Noon – 1:00 pm ET. Course covers clinical assessment and compensating for pediatric gait deficits with the new Adjustable Dynamic Response (ADR) technology. Instructor: Taffy Bowman, CPO. Contact: 800.220.6670; register at www.ultraflexsystems.com
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| Nov 4-5 |
Allard USA: T.O.T.E. (Tomorrow’s Orthotic Technology Education) - Detroit, MI. Three courses: Gait Biomechanics and Orthotic Applications; Management of Hip and Foot/Ankle Complex for Tone-Involved Pediatrics; and Mold-to-Patient Custom Orthotics. Approved for 18 CEUs. Contact: 888.678.6548; e-mail: info@allardusa.com
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| Nov 5-6 |
Euro International: Prepreg Basic Seminar - Tampa, FL. Seminar taught by German master Judith Trinkl on the usage of prepreg material in the construction of sockets. 10.75 CEUs.
Contact: Nelson Sanabria, 800.378.2480; e-mail: nelson@eurointl.com; www.europrepreg.com
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| Nov 11-13 |
New Jersey Chapter of the AAOP: Annual Meeting & Continuing Education Seminar - Bally’s Atlantic City Hotel & Casino, Atlantic City, NJ. Contact: Bob Silvestri, CPO/L, 732.248.0774; e-mail: rsilvestri@solarishs.org
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| Nov 16-21 |
ABC: Certification Written Exam Dates - ABC certification exams will be administered for orthotists, prosthetists, pedorthists, and fitters; the application deadline for these exams is September 1. Contact: 703.836.7114; www.abcop.org/credentialing.asp
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| Nov 19-20 |
Euro International: Prepreg Basic Seminar - Tampa, FL. Seminar taught by German master Judith Trinkl on the usage of prepreg material in the construction of sockets. 10.75 CEUs.
Contact: Nelson Sanabria, 800.378.2480; e-mail: nelson@eurointl.com; www.europrepreg.com
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| Dec 3-4 |
Allard USA: T.O.T.E. (Tomorrow’s Orthotic Technology Education) - Denville, NJ. Three courses: Gait Biomechanics and Orthotic Applications; Management of Hip and Foot/Ankle Complex for Tone-Involved Pediatrics; and Mold-to-Patient Custom Orthotics. Approved for 18 CEUs. Contact: 888.678.6548; e-mail: info@allardusa.com
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| 2010 | |
| Jan 24-27 | US-ISPO in cooperation with The O&P EDGE: 2010 Pacific Rim Conference - Sheraton Maui Resort, Hawaii. Abstracts now accepted. Contact: Dianne, 614.659.0197; www.usispo.org |
| Feb 19-20 |
PrimeFare West: Regional Scientific Symposium 2010 - Salt Palace Convention Center, Salt Lake City, UT. Contact: Jane Edwards, 888.388.5243; www.primecareop.com
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| Mar 24-27 |
Academy: 36th Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium - Hyatt Regency Chicago, Chicago, IL. Contact: Diane Ragusa, 202.380.3663; e-mail: dragusa@oandp.org; www.oandp.org
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| Jun 4-5 |
PrimeFare East: Regional Scientific Symposium 2010 - Nashville Convention Center, Nashville, TN. Contact: Jane Edwards, 888.388.5243; www.primecareop.com
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| 2011 | |
| Mar 16-19 |
Academy: 37th Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium - Caribe Royale Resort, Orlando, FL. Contact: Diane Ragusa, 202.380.3663; e-mail: dragusa@oandp.org; www.oandp.org
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| 2012 | |
| Mar 21-24 |
Academy: 38th Academy Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium - Hilton Atlanta, Atlanta GA. Contact: Diane Ragusa, 202.380.3663; e-mail: dragusa@oandp.org; www.oandp.org
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To place your calendar listing online and in the print issue of
The O&P EDGE, contact Jodi Mills, , 866.613.0257.
The O&P EDGE, contact Jodi Mills, , 866.613.0257.
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