Hanger Clinic at AOPA 2022
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Don’t miss the chance to rebuild, reconnect, and reunite with Hanger Clinic researchers, specialists, and expert clinicians at the 2022 American Orthotics & Prosthetics Association (AOPA) National Assembly in San Antonio. Taking place from September 28-October 1, 2022, AOPA is the largest meeting for the orthotic, prosthetic, and pedorthic profession, empowering thousands of attendees to expand their knowledge, grow their presence, and advance their skills.
Sessions with Hanger Clinic Speakers
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- Prosthetic Knee Selection: Match Functional Principles and Clinical Evidence of Knees with Patients’ Safety and Mobility Needs (C11)
Malte Bellmann, PhD, CPO; Andreas Hahn, PhD; Andreas Kannenberg, MD (GER), PhD; Phil Stevens, CPO; Shane Wurdeman, PhD, CP, FAAOP(D)
- Evolution of Education and Developing the Next Generation of O&P Practitioners (C14)
Michael Carroll, PhD, MBA, CPO, FAAOP; Chad Duncan, PhD, CRC, CPO; Jason Highsmith, PhD, PT, DPT, CP, FAAOP; Matthew Parente, MS, PT, CPO, FAAOP
- Composite AFOs: Material Science and Latest Research (C8)
Fraser Allen, BSc; Tim Cooney, CPO; Jason Highsmith, PhD, PT, DPT, CP, FAAOP; Eric Weber, CPO, LPO, FAAOP
- Lifetime Mobility Values Following Lower Limb Loss (C19-B)
Bretta Fylstra, PhD
- Orthotic Research Initiative for Outcomes Analysis (ORION I): Predictors of PROMIS Physical Function in Stroke Survivors Seeking Orthotic Intervention (C12-A)
Shane Wurdeman, PhD, CP, FAAOP(D)
- AFO Use is Associated with Improved PROMIS Physical Function Outcomes (C12-B)
Shane Wurdeman, PhD, CP, FAAOP(D)
- Well-Being Among Individuals with Upper Limb Amputation Is Strongly Correlated with Bi-manual Function, Activity and Participation and Prosthetic Satisfaction (C17-A)
Phil Stevens, MEd, CPO
- Consensus Clinical Standards of care for Unilateral Transradial Amputation (C17-E)
Erin O’Brien, CPO, FAAOP
- Microprocessor Feet Improve Prosthetic Mobility and Physical Function Relative to Non-microprocessor Feet (C19-F)
Eric Weber, CPO, LPO, FAAOP(D)
- Silicone Partial Hand (T5)
Ahmahn Peeples, CPO, LPO, ACSM CPT-EIM
- Orthotic Case Study Based on the Treatment of Former NFL Quarter-Back, Alex Smith (C3)
Michael Muratore, CPO
Featured Hanger Clinic Speakers
Phil Stevens, MEd, CPO, FAAOP
Vice President of Clinical Affairs
Phil develops evidence-based clinical programs designed to help patients improve their orthotic and prosthetic outcomes.
Shane Wurdeman, PhD, CP, FAAOP(D)
Chief Clinical Officer
Shane has co-authored more than 40 peer-reviewed manuscripts and presented more than 100 conference abstracts.
Matthew Parente, MS, PT, CPO, FAAOP (D)
Clinical Education Specialist
Matt uses his unique knowledge of the fields of Physical Therapy and Prosthetics and Orthotics to educate.
Eric Weber, L/CPO, FAAOP(D)
Clinician and Clinical Research Associate
Eric focuses on outcomes, clinical practice guidelines, and product development.
Bretta Fylstra, PhD
Research Scientist
Bretta is working to use her expertise to improve future technology and clinical care.
Erin O’Brien, CPO, FAAOP
Clinician and Clinical Education Specialist
Erin specializes in care for pediatric patients and for patients with upper limb amputation or limb deficiency.
Mike Muratore, CPO
Area Clinic Manager
Mike has been practicing orthotics and prosthetics for more than 15 years.
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