AOPA 2023 Policy Forum

Date and Time
Hanger Clinic is a proud sponsor of the American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association’s 2023 Policy Forum.

Join your colleagues in Washington DC and help tell the O&P story to lawmakers on Capitol Hill. The AOPA Policy Forum, scheduled for May 10-11, will provide you with an opportunity to learn how to participate in the legislative process and impact the future of O&P.
Tentative Schedule of Events:
Wednesday, May 10 | |||
8:00am | 3:30pm | Registration | |
8:00am | 10:00am | Student Breakfast | |
9:00am | 10:00am | State Reps Meeting | |
11:30am | 1:00pm | Opening General Session Lobbying 101 Luncheon | |
1:00pm | 3:10pm | General Session | |
3:10pm | 3:30pm | Break | |
3:30pm | 5:00pm | General Session or Breakouts | |
5:30pm | 6:30pm | Congressional Fundraiser | |
7:00pm | 9:00pm | DC City Tour (optional) | |
Thursday, May 11 | |||
7:00am | 8:30am | Breakfast and Remarks | |
8:00am | 3:00pm | Congressional Appointments | |
11:30am | 1:00pm | Lunch (on own or available at Marriott) |
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