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Academy Announces Inaugural Recipient of the Empowering Emerging Voices Scholarship

The American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists and its Collaborative on Inclusive Action and Engagement are proud to announce Denise Hull, CPO, as the inaugural recipient of the Empowering Emerging Voices Scholarship. This scholarship is dedicated to amplifying underrepresented voices in the... Continue Reading

Introducing the 2025 Class of Academy Fellows

The designation Fellow of the Academy is a signature recognition of professional achievement. The individuals have demonstrated a sustained, long-term commitment to mastering their profession and a dedication to excellence in O&P. The Academy is proud to honor these new Fellows and Fellows... Continue Reading

Announcing the 2025 Academy Award Recipients

The Academy proudly recognizes these members for their outstanding achievements and contributions to the O&P profession. Continue Reading

Celebrating One Year of the Bone-Anchored Prosthetics Society

In just one year, this pioneering society has become a thriving community dedicated to advancing the clinical care of individuals with bone-anchored prostheses through research, education, and collaboration. Continue Reading

Exciting Enhancements to O&P iQ

We’re excited to announce powerful new enhancements to O&P iQ, the Academy’s exclusive evidence-based research platform available only to Academy members. Continue Reading

Welcome to the New AAOP Website

We’re excited to introduce a fresh, modern look and enhanced technology designed to better serve our members and the O&P profession. Here’s are some of the upgrades you can look forward to: Streamlined Member Benefits: Intuitively organized for quicker access to the resources... Continue Reading

Earn CEUs on YOUR Schedule with the Academy’s CEU Concierge Program

The Academy’s CEU Concierge Program is here to make it effortless! We offer flexible, unbiased, on-demand learning options designed to help you get the credits you need by the end of the year. Continue Reading

Thranhardt Lecture Series Presentations Announced

Award-winning submissions will be showcased at the 51st Academy Annual Meeting & Scientific Symposium. The American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists is proud to announce the recipients of this year’s Thranhardt Lecture Series awards. Pain & Performance: Important... Continue Reading

Exciting Changes to Your Academy Online Learning Experience

In January 2025, the Academy will be launching a new, improved learning platform designed with you in mind. Continue Reading

Final LCD to Expand Coverage for MPKs for K-2 Medicare Beneficiaries

Final LCD to Expand Coverage for MPKs for K-2 Medicare Beneficiaries Continue Reading

Academy Announces Best of the Resident Research Awardees

Academy Announces Best of the Resident Research Awardees Resident Research Award... Continue Reading

Academy Announces 2024-2025 Board of Directors

THE RESULTS ARE IN! INTRODUCING THE NEWLY ELECTED 2024-2025 Academy Board of Directors The Board of Directors is responsible for governing and guiding the direction of the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists. The... Continue Reading