Surveying Academy Members

Conducting Survey Research of Academy Members:

The American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists (the Academy) is committed to advancing research within the Orthotic, Prosthetic, and Pedic profession and encourages research in related fields. As a service to the O&P profession and the healthcare community, the Academy will distribute approved research survey invitations.

Survey distribution does not represent endorsement of a research project. The Academy acts solely as an agent for disseminating research surveys to help inform the future of quality patient care.
Application and Review Process

Requests for survey distribution will undergo review by the Academy’s Research Council. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis throughout the year; however, no more than three surveys will be approved for distribution within a one-year period.

Application submission deadlines:

  • January 15
  • April 15
  • September 15
Fees and Distribution
Application fee
$30 (non-refundable), due at the time of application submission.
Reapplication
If an application is denied, you may reapply during the next submission cycle; a new application fee will be assessed.
Distribution fee
$350 (assessed upon acceptance).
Distribution process
Approved surveys will be distributed once via a targeted email to specific Academy members based on the distribution specifications in the application. A link to the approved survey will also be included in the Academy ADVANTAGE e-newsletter.