American Academy of Orthotists & Prosthetists
Professionals Advancing Care Through Knowledge
Florida Chapter
Officers
Jim Barr, CPO, President
Barr Prosthetics and Orthotics
1000 Lakeview Rd, Ste #6
Clearwater, FL 33756-3475
Phone: (727) 447-2650
Fax: (727) 447-2353
E-mail: barrcpo@aol.com
Vice-President | Addam Griner, CPO | |
President-Elect | Nelson LeMarquand, MS, CO, LO | |
Treasurer | Brad Pickering, CPO | |
Secretary | Kevin Harrell, CO |
The Florida Chapter of the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists endorses:
High standards of care for amputees and the disabled
The establishment of high minimum educational standards for O&P professionals
Mandatory continuing education requirements
Accountability of O&P Practitioners
Cost Management through the provision of quality care
The reduction of fraud and abuse
We believe that these can be obtained through the regulation of the O&P profession by adopting Licensure for Orthotic and Prosthetic professionals in the state of Florida.
Chapter Boundaries
State of Florida.
Number of Members: 50
Annual Dues Amount(s): $35.00
Chapter Meeting Attendance: N/A
Membership Requirements
Practicing in Florida and member in good standing of AAOP.
Upcoming Events
The Florida Chapter AAOP
2010 Annual Meeting
Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort and Spa
Bonita Springs, FL
July 8-10, 2010
Chapter Benefits/Areas of Involvement
Reduced rates at state meetings.
Working with St. Petersburg College to establish an O&P program.
Promoting licensed practitioners.
Residency reimbursement program.
Assistance to facilities that want to bring in residence.
Chapter Goals and Objectives
Assist in the establishment of the new O&P program at St. Pete College in Florida.
Monitor legislative activities affecting O&P.
Promote high standards in patient care.
Advocacy
Previous Chapter Highlights
State Meeting with FAOP
July 28-30, 2008
Sheraton Bal Harbour in Miami BeachContinuation of Second Saturday Mandatory State CEU Program.
The Florida Chapter of the AAOP
2008 Scientific Symposium
July 24-26, 2008
Hyatt Regency Bonaventure Conference Center & Spa, Weston, Florida 33326Assisted in obtaining Medicaid funding for adults.
Contributed $64,000 to the St. Pete College O&P program.
Success continued with an informative two day orthotic PCE course training in February
Member Involvement
If you are currently a member and would like to become more involved, we recommend:
Coordinate the scientific portion of annual FAOP/FCAAOP meeting.
Speaking at annual State Meeting.
Assisting in development/planning of meetings.
If you are a current Chapter member and would like to become more involved or if you are interested in becoming a member let us know! Please contact Florida Chapter Secretary, Kevin Harrell, CO at (813) 975-7139 .
