Amputee Coalition National Conference 2023

Date and Time

August 2 – 5, 2023
All Day

Location

Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld®
6677 Sea Harbor Dr
Orlando, FL 32821

About the Event

This year’s conference theme, “Elevate Together Towards Tomorrow,” will highlight ways to build what’s next for the limb loss and limb difference community to ensure a world where our community thrives. 

Visit Our Booth

Join us at our booth each day for activities and opportunities to connect with our knowledgeable patient ambassadors and clinical experts.


Meet Our Experts

Hanger Clinic is proud to bring some of the best talent to speak at the event. We hope you will attend our sessions, and connect and engage with the team.


Attend Our Sessions

We are participating in several different sessions on a variety of topics throughout the event! Check the Program Listing for more information.

Tuesday, August 1

  • 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
    For Healthcare Professionals Only:
    Pathway to Well-Being for Patients with Limb Loss

Wednesday, August 2

  • 9:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
    Bilateral Above-Knee Roundtable
    Yvonne Llanes

Thursday, August 3

  • 8:00 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.
    Learning the Language of Limb Loss

    Megan Sech, MPO, CPO and Sarah Wrigley (Patient Representative)

  • 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
    Elevate Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Limb Loss and Limb Difference
    Shima Nixon, MSPO, CTRS (panelist)

Friday, August 4

  • 8:00 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.
    Finding a Career for YOU: Resources & tips to land the perfect job!
    Jena Baxter

  • 10:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
    Community Pop-Up: A Thriving Career Path for Individuals with Limb Loss
    Shima Nixon, MSPO, CTRS

Saturday, August 5

  • 8:00 a.m. – 8:50 a.m.
    Finding Independence Again
    Amanda Bordoy

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