Women in Orthotics and Prosthetics

History

The Women in Orthotics and Prosthetics group was formed in 2005 by a group of young women at Georgia Tech who came together while studying at school and realized the need for such a group. What started in the student lounge has now become a committee within the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists.

Mission Goals & Objectives

The mission of the Women in Orthotics and Prosthetics Committee is to expand and improve educational and professional opportunities for women in the field or looking to enter the field of orthotics and prosthetics.

Participate in the Women in Orthotics & Prosthetics Mentoring Program

The American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists, the only association representing professionals in the orthotics and prosthetics field, is recruiting individuals for its mentoring program. This program pairs new entrants in the field (students, residents, and practitioners with three or fewer years in the field) with a mentor (practitioners with greater than three years experience) who will help them define and achieve their career goals. Created by the Academy's Women in Orthotics and Prosthetics Committee, this program is open to ALL Academy members.

2010 Participants

You should have been contacted via email with your 2010 mentor/protégé(s) matches. If you have not been contacted or have a concern, please contact Kimber Nation via e-mail at . Protégés should contact their Mentor by May 1, 2010.

Resources within Orthotics and Prosthetics

One of the goals of the Women in Orthotics and Prosthetics Committee is to connect leaders within O&P who are willing to assist or provide feedback to other practitioners on an as needed basis on their topics of expertise.