O&P Calendar

YEAR-ROUND TESTING

BOC Examinations. BOC has year-round testing for all of its examinations; candidates can apply and test when ready. Candidates can apply and test when ready, receiving their results instantly for the multiple-choice and clinical-simulation exams. Apply now online.  For more information, visit www.bocusa.org or emailcert@bocusa.org .

ON-SITE TRAINING

Motion Control, Inc. On-site Training Course is focused on the expedited fitting of your first patient. Course Length: 3 days, CEUs: 19.5 hours (estimated). Recommended for prosthetists with a patient ready to be fitted immediately. For more information, call 801/326-3434, email info@UtahArm.com .

 

2013

DECEMBER

  • December 1. ABC: Practitioner Residency Completion Deadline for January 2014 Exams. All practitioner candidates have an additional 30 days after the application deadline to complete their residency. Contact 703/836-7114; certification@abcop.org ; www.abcop.org/certification.
  • December 12-14. Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago: Pediatric Gait Analysis: Segmental Kinematic Approach to Orthotic Management – Chicago, IL. Featuring Elaine Owen. 21.50 ABC Credits. Contact: Melissa Kolski, 312/238-7731; www.ric.org/education.
  • December 13-14. ABC: Orthotic Clinical Patient Management (CPM) Exam, St. Petersburg College Caruth Health Education Center, St. Petersburg, Florida. The application deadline for this exam was September 1, 2013. Contact 703/836-7114; certification@abcop.org ; www.abcop.org/certification.

 

2014

JANUARY

  • January 26-29. US Member Society of ISPO: Pac Rim 2014: Learning Beyond Our Horizons-A Biennial Symposium on Prosthetics, Orthotics & Rehabilitation. Wiakoloa Beach Marriott Resort and Spa on the Big Island of Hawaii. Learn about progressive treatment options and innovations and hear from recognized physical rehabilitation professionals while enjoying attractions on the Big Island. Contact Dianne Farabi at 614/659-0197 for more information. Submit abstracts at www.usispo.org/pacrim14.

AUGUST

SEPTEMBER

  • September 4-7. 97th AOPA National Assembly. Las Vegas. Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino. For more information, contact AOPA Headquarters at 571/431-0876 or info@AOPAnet.org.