O&P Rising

Supporting the Future of O&P

In this episode, recorded live at the 50th Academy Annual Meeting & Scientific Symposium in Chicago, we hand over the hosting duties to Nicole Walker, MS, CPO, a doctoral candidate in Rehabilitation Science at the University of Minnesota, and a board certified research prosthetist orthotist in the Minneapolis Adaptive Design & Engineering (MADE) program at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Nicole sits down with Fanny Schultea, MS, MSEd, CPO, LP, FAAOP(D), executive director of the Orthotics and Prosthetics Foundation for Education and Research, for an engaging discussion exploring the mission of the Foundation, its impact on the O&P community, and exciting funding opportunities available. Discover how you can get involved with the Foundation and contribute to its vision for the future. Plus, gain insight into the types of groundbreaking research projects being supported by the Foundation.

Navigating the O&P Residency Roadmap

In episode 14, we hand over the hosting duties to Madison Ciccaglione, a board-eligible orthotist prosthetist in northern New Jersey. Join her as she engages in a lively conversation with Eric Watters, residency program coordinator & accreditation assistant at the National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education. Together, they explore the ins and outs of applying for residency, navigating the application and interview process, and the crucial aspects of advocating for the profession.

Avoiding Burnout in the O&P Profession

In the season 2 premier of O&P Rising, we give the hosting reins to Kierra Falbo, a research prosthetist orthotist at the Minneapolis VA and a PhD candidate at the University of Minnesota. She chats with John Brinkmann, CPO, FAAOP(D), an associate professor at Northwestern University's Prosthetics Orthotics Center in Chicago, about developing and implementing strategies to help avoid burnout in the new year.

Celebrating ABC’s 75th Anniversary

In episode 12, we give the hosting reins to Glen Thompson, a newly certified prosthetist orthotist and regional development manager for Integrum. He chats with Cathy Carter, executive director of the American Board for Certification in orthotics, prosthetics and pedorthics, about ABC's 75th anniversary, its mission, its approach to determining patient care and organizational standards, and pivotal moments in the organization's history.

Avenues for Disseminating Research

In episode 11, we continue our discussion about the publishing process with host Ariel Fortenberry, prosthetics resident at UT Southwestern. She chats with Tiffany Graham, MS, CPO, LPO, FAAOP(D), an associate professor at UT Southwestern, Prosthetics-Orthotics Department, about avenues for disseminating research outside of formal research publications and the many opportunities that open up as a result of being published.

Working through the Publishing Process

In episode 10, we give the hosting reins to Ariel Fortenberry, prosthetics resident at UT Southwestern. She chats with Tiffany Graham, MS, CPO, LPO, FAAOP(D), an associate professor at UT Southwestern, Prosthetics-Orthotics Department, about how to begin the publication process and tips on getting your research published.

Being a Catalyst for Change

In episode 9, we give the hosting reins to Sophia Mancini, MS, MSOP, prosthetics resident at Yanke Bionics. She chats with Amandi J. Rhett, MS, CPO, LPO, an assistant professor at Baylor College of Medicine, about being a catalyst for change, specifically prioritizing diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility from thought to action.
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Navigating Challenging Encounters

In episode 8, we give the hosting reins to Jonah Rhymer, MPO, CPO, Clinic Manager at Ability Prosthetics and Orthotics. He chats with Kristin Carnahan, MSPO, CPO, FAAOP, a seasoned clinician and educator, about navigating challenging encounters with patients and co-workers while responding in ways that lead to healthy outcomes.

Partnering for Success

In episode 7, we give the hosting reins to Daniel Gieselman, an orthotic resident at Boston Orthotics and Prosthetics. He chats with Kris Desjardins, CPO, FAAOP(D), a certified prosthetist and orthotist at Hanger Clinic, about partnering for success by finding a right mentor.

Make the Most of Your O&P Residency

In episode 6, we give the hosting reins to Macy Oteri, a certified prosthetist-orthotic resident at AlliedOP. She chats with Jim Wynne, CPO, FAAOP, vice president and resident director at Boston Orthotics & Prosthetics, about how to make the most of your O&P residency. 
A special thank you to our episode sponsor, Spinal Technology.
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