New England Chapter

Officers

Karen Lynch, CPO, President
 Prosthetic & Orthotic Labs of Worcester Inc.
134 Lincoln St
Worcester, MA 01605-2497
Telephone: (508) 753-4738
Fax: (508) 797-4390
E-mail: klynch27@juno.com

Vice- President

Jim Krupa, CO

Secretary/Treasurer

Bob Emerson, CP

Executive Director

Erin Cammarata, RTO

Chapter Boundaries

The New England geographic area, including Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Connecticut and Rhode Island.

Number of Members: 130
Annual Dues Amount(s): N/A
Chapter Meeting Attendance: 246

Membership Requirements

Any member of the Academy within the geographical boundaries of the chapter who is in good standing with the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists (A complete definition can be found in the Chapter bylaws).

Upcoming Events


The New England Chapter AAOP
2010 Annual Meeting
The Resort & Conference Center at Hyannis
Hyannis, MA
October 13-15, 2010

Fellow Scholarship

The New England Chapter of the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetist (NEAAOP) offers a scholarship to New England members towards becoming Fellows of the Academy. Download the Application for further details.

Previous Chapter Highlights

  • The 2009 Annual Meeting was held in Manchester, NH on October 14-16th..

  • The 2008 Annual Meeting was held in Mount Snow, VT on October 22-24th..

  • The 2007 Annual Meeting was held at The Hilton Hotel in Mystic, CT on November 7-9th..

  • The program started a day early with the WalkAide Certification Course .

  • Total possible credits for last years program including WalkAide was 31.25.

Chapter Benefits/Areas of Involvement

  • Through chapter membership, practitioners are recognized as practicing according to Academy standards.

  • The Chapter has an Athletic Fund for clients of the New England Chapter orthotic and prosthetic facilities so individuals can participate in competitive athletic programs.

  • The Chapter has contributed to the Academy Grassroots marketing efforts, to the Kurt Marshall fund, and to the Northeast Passage.

Chapter Goals and Objectives

  • Conduct activities which promote the attainment of the highest standards of professional and ethical conduct of practitioners.

  • Collaborate with recognized educational, research and other organizations to enhance and further develop the profession of orthotics and prosthetics.

  • Provide continuing education to enhance the professional and ethical competency of practitioners.

Member Involvement

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 New England Chapter President, Karen Lynch, CPO at (508) 753-4738.