WASHINGTON, D.C. – Hear the two abstracts selected as the award-winning “Best of Show” Thranhardt Lectures. Launched by a gift from J.E Hanger in memory of Howard R. Thrandhardt, CP, the series offers an honorarium to the winners. The series recognizes individuals committed to advancing O&P education and research. Winners of the Thranhardt Lecture receive an award of $500 each. Hear the presentations on Thursday, September 27, from 8:00 – 8:30 AM in Hall B2 (Exhibition Level).
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The 101st Annual AOPA National Assembly is coming to the Vancouver Convention Center from September 26th -29th in Vancouver, Canada. The Annual Assembly is the highlight of the year for the more than 2,200 orthotic, prosthetic and pedorthic professionals expected in attendance – because of its expansive educational opportunities, massive exhibit hall, and engaging events.
Hear the two abstracts selected as the award-winning “Best of Show” Thranhardt Lectures. Launched by a gift from J.E Hanger in memory of Howard R. Thrandhardt, CP, the series offers an honorarium to the winners. The series recognizes individuals committed to advancing O&P education and research. Winners of the Thranhardt Lecture receive an award of $500 each. Hear the presentations on Thursday, September 27, from 8:00 – 8:30 AM in Hall B2 (Exhibition Level).
2018 Award Winners:
- Significant Factors Influencing the Effectiveness of Cranial Remolding Orthoses in Infants with Deformational Plagiocephaly (C2-A) – Tiffany Graham, MSPO, CPO, LPO
- Comparative Effectiveness of Microprocessor and Energy Storing Prosthetic Ankles (C2-B) – Brian Kaluf, BSE, CP, FAAOP
The full schedule for the Assembly is online at www.AOPAnet.org.
A trusted partner, advocating for and serving the orthotic and prosthetic community, the American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association (AOPA) fosters relationships with decision makers, provides education, supports research, and advances equality to strengthen the orthotic and prosthetic profession and improve the lives of its patients. Since 1917, AOPA has been the largest trade association consisting of more than 1,800 patient care facilities and suppliers that together manufacture, distribute, design, fabricate, fit, and provide clinical care for patients using orthoses (orthopedic braces) and prostheses (artificial limbs). Each and every day, AOPA and its members strive for a world where orthotic and prosthetic care transforms lives.
