Fellow Program

The designation Fellow of the Academy is a signature recognition. The achievement comes from hard work, commitment to personal development, and a dedication to professional excellence. This elite status is attained by those with a demonstrated commitment to mastering their profession through sustained educational pursuits and a proven track record of service to their community and the O&P profession.

Fellows are recognized by the initials FAAOP(A), FAAOP, and FAAOP(D) after their name and certification credentials. Fellow status lasts five years for FAAOP(A) and FAAOP, and ten years for FAAOP(D), after which further professional requirements must be met to maintain the designation.

Fellow of the Academy
Associate Fellow of the Academy
Fellow with Distinction
Fellow Directory Survey
Fellow Spotlights
Renew your Fellow Designation

Benefits of being a Fellow of the Academy

  • Use of the prestigious fellow designation initials after your credential.

  • Special induction ceremony for each Fellow class during the Academy Annual Meeting & Scientific Symposium.

  • Custom Olympic-style medallion encased in a shadow box.

  • Use of an exclusive digital badge to include on your company's website and your professional digital profile.

  • Exclusive Fellow Portal access, containing quick links to relevant information and a fellows-only discussion board.

  • Complimentary quarterly webinars presented by Fellows of the Academy - with Fellows having exclusive access to the recordings.

  • Spotlight for your 5-10-15-20-25 year Fellow induction anniversary.

  • Optional listing in the Virtual Guest Lecturer Directory offered as an educational resource to O&P schools and residency sites.

Become a Fellow

To learn more about each program, browse the links above or reach out via email to the Fellow Committee.