Don't miss these events at the 45th Academy Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium, March 6-9, 2019, in Orlando, Florida. We can't wait to see you there!

1. 45th Academy Annual Meeting & Scientific Symposium
March 6–9, 2019 • Caribe Royale • Orlando, Florida
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2. CAN’T MISS EVENTS
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3. Featuring Keynote Speaker Phil Hansen
We are thrilled to welcome keynote speaker Phil Hansen to
the 2019 Academy Annual Meeting Opening Session. Phil will
transform the way you look at your life and career with a message that will
inspire, motivate, and energize your creative spirit.
OPENING GENERAL SESSION

4. Classification Tree to Determine
Probability of Amputee Functional Potential
ShaneR.Wurdeman,PhD,CP,FAAOP(D)
This study utilized big data analysis to formulate early predictive analytics
surrounding a lower-limb prosthesis user’s functional potential.
THRANHARDT LECTURES

5. Fear Avoidance Behavior among Persons
with Lower-Limb Amputation
ShannonL.Mathis,PhD
This study presents a novel method for identifying individuals who may be at
risk for poor outcomes following lower-limb amputation surgery.
THRANHARDT LECTURES

6. Data Science
ChrisRobinson, MS, MBA, CPO, ATC, FAAOP(D); Paul Prusakowski, CPO, FAAOP; M. Jason Highsmith, PhD, DPT, PT, CP, FAAOP;
ShaneR. Wurdeman, PhD, CP, FAAOP(D); Kenton R. Kaufman, PhD, PE
This session will dig deeper into the questions of how “Big Data” can shape
the way we provide patient care, operate our clinics, contribute to the O&P
knowledge base, and educate the next generation of O&P professionals.
SPECIAL EVENT

7. Future Political Climate of Healthcare
Bruce“Mac”McClellan,CPO/L,FISPO,FAAOP(D);JaredHowell,MS,CPO,FAAOP
Discuss the current political climate and the Academy’s role as it relates to
healthcare and O&P professionals.
SPECIAL EVENT

8. Behavioral Science Certificate Program
Over the course of the conference, all modules will be offered for the new
certificate program, Fundamental Principles of Behavioral Science for the
Prosthetist Orthotist.
motivationalinterviewing•interdisciplinaryteamcare•clinicalempathy•assessingqualityoflifeandwellness• psychologicalperspective
onpatientmanagement•effectivepatient/cliniciancommunication
CERTIFICATE PROGRAM

9. Pedorthic
Adult and Pediatric Biomechanics • Predictable Changes in Posture and Gait Secondary
to Partial Foot Amputation • Informing Decisions about Dysvascular Partial Foot
Amputation Using a Shared Decision-Making Approach • Leg Length Inequality: To
Treat or Not to Treat? • Pedorthic Management of the Partial Foot Amputation
SPECIALTY TRACKS

10. Mastectomy
Are All Breast Prostheses Created Equal? • PTSD in the Workplace: Post-
Mastectomy Fitter Burnout! • Post-Mastectomy in the Global Arena •
Information Needs for the Post-Mastectomy Patient
SPECIALTY TRACKS

11. Technician
PDE Fabrication • Posterior Mounted Feet • RevoFit Advanced Technical
Education • Improving Production Outcomes with Ultrasonic Thickness
Testing • 3D Printing
SPECIALTY TRACKS

12. Wellness
Practitioners are people, too! Our new Wellness Specialty Track reminds you
to devote some time and attention to your health and wellness. Topics to be
covered include burnout, harassment, substance abuse, and mindfulness.
SPECIALTY TRACKS
NEW

13. The “3Rs” of the JPO
StevenA.Gard,PhD;Mark D.Geil,PhD
The JournalofProstheticsandOrthoticsis a key Academy member benefit.
Learn from the JPO editor-in-chief how papers are Read, wRitten, and
Reviewed.
ORGANIZED SESSION

14. SSC13: Economic Science in Lower-Limb
Prosthetic Rehabilitation
PhillipM.Stevens,MEd,CPO,FAAOP;M.JasonHighsmithPhD,DPT,PT,CP,FAAOP;DavidBoone,PhD
Learn what was shared during the Academy’s pivotal State of the Science
Conference on economics in healthcare policy and decision-making.
SPECIAL PREVIEW OF SSC13

15. Journal Club
Michelle Hall,MS,CPO,FAAOP
Join us for a live presentation and discussion of this month’s article on
clinical practice guidelines, which launches the Academy’s 2019 Journal
Club Season.
SPECIAL EVENT

16. SEE YOU IN ORLANDO!
45th Academy Annual Meeting & Scientific Symposium
March 6–9, 2019 • Caribe Royale • Orlando, Florida
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