2021 National Assembly Preliminary Program

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Those who are unable to join us in Boston September 9-11 can still be part of the reunion by participating in the virtual option September 16-18.

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AOPA IS EXCITED TO BRING THE PROFESSION TOGETHER FOR THE FIRST TIME SINCE THE PANDEMIC BEGAN. Be assured that we are committed to your safety.

Since the guidelines and protocols change on a regular basis, we cannot publish specific safety protocols at this time. However, attendees will be provided with specific onsite protocols before heading to Boston.

2021 National Assembly Planning Committee Teri Kuffel, JD, Committee Co-Chair

Andreas Kannenberg, MD, PhD

Rick Riley, Committee Co-Chair

Joanna Kenton, CPO, LPO, FAAOP

Brock Berta, MBA, CPC-A

Tyler Klenow, MBA, CPO, LPO, FAAOP

Nina Bondre, CPO, FAAOP

Charles Kuffel, MSM, CPO, LPO, FAAOP

Christina Cox

Jeff Lutz, CPO

Traci Dralle, CFm

Jennifer Maas, CMP

Chad Duncan, PhD, CPO

Brad Mattear, LO, CPA, CFo

Jeff Erenstone, CPO

Joyce Perrone

Elizabeth Ginzel, MHA, CPO, LPO

Amandi Rhett, MS, CPO, LPO

Kimberly Hanson, CPRH

Kristen Tosi

Adrienne Hill, CPO

Amy Wheeler

Rakesh Jain, CPO, LPO

Linda Wise

Erick Janisse, CPed, CO

James Young, CP, FAAOP

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CONTENTS

2 Speaker HIghlights 4 Schedule Overview 9 Bonus Online Education 10 Special Events 11 Exhibitors 12 Supplier Plus Recognition 13 Location Information 14 Registration Information 15 Registration Form

WHY ATTEND? ● It’s time to get back together! It’s been too long since we came together to learn, grow, and connect with one another.

● AOPA is a proud participant in Boston’s Safe and Strong Pledge. AOPA will be following all safety and cleaning protocols set by the CDC, the city of Boston, Hynes Convention Center and the State of Massachusetts.

● Customize your meeting experience to fit your

There is a reason why more than 2,000 orthotic, prosthetic, and pedorthic professionals choose to attend AOPA’s National Assembly...as the longest serving O&P event, it has it all. Access the best in business education, advanced clinical programming from physicians, high-level researchers, practitioners, pedorthic experts, and high-tech technicians. Peruse the country’s largest exhibit hall. Network and celebrate with the best and brightest in the profession.

needs—not only can you choose in-person or virtual, but the concurrent education allows you to customize your individual education experience to fit your needs.

● Earn over 100 CE Credits. Full conference

registrants receive access to both the in-person and virtual education with the opportunity to attend more education programs than ever before.

● Celebrate the 25

Anniversary of the Thranhardt Award during a special luncheon. th

● Receive updates from representatives with CMS, the Veterans Administration, and DOD.

● Learn to justify medical necessity through

documentation from our panel of physicians.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? To stay on the cutting edge of the profession and to mix and mingle with other top professionals from across the country and around the world, practitioners, physicians, technicians, fitters, students, educational instructors, facility owners, marketing personnel, residents, physical therapists, office managers, billing specialists, researchers, manufacturers, distributors and

● Improve techniques to better serve your patients.

Whether clinical care, fabrication, or getting claims paid—your patients depend on you.

● Peruse the exhibit hall to learn about the latest devices and techniques.

● Celebrate weathering this turbulent time and emerging stronger than ever!

suppliers of orthotic, prosthetic and pedorthic products and services should come to Boston.

Additionally, more than 100 CE Credits will be available through the in-person and online opportunities. We look forward to seeing you!

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SPEAKER HIGHLIGHTS Former Congressman Erik Paulsen Congressman Erik Paulsen represented Minnesota’s Third Congressional District from 2009 – 2019. He served as a leading member on the chief tax writing House Ways and Means Committee, which has jurisdiction over health care, economic and trade policy.

He is currently a Strategic Consultant at Total Spectrum/Steve Gordon and Associates.

Geoffrey Balkman, PhD, CPO, currently serves as a research consultant at the University of Washington (UW) Department of Rehabilitation Medicine. He earned his MSPO degree at the University of Pittsburgh.

Gary Bedard, CO, FAAOP, is the inventor and patent holder of a prepreg composite technology. He was also the founding chair of the Academy Fabrication Sciences Society. He has been recognized by his peers as the recipient of the Educator of the Year Award, Distinguished Practitioner Award, and the Titus-Ferguson Lifetime Achievement Award.

Kevin Cain,,currently serves as a Senior Biostatistician at the University of Washington School of Public Health.

Sarah Chang, PhD, is the Director of Research at Orthocare Innovations, LLC, Sarah has a BS in Biomedical Engineering from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, and a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from Case Western Reserve University.

Linda Collins,,is the Director of Strategic Initiatives and Reimbursement with Össur. In that role, she develops and delivers programs and services related to coding, coverage, and reimbursement to O&P practitioners. She also is one of the founders and authors of Össur’s R&R, Reimbursement and Regulatory Bulletin.

Beverly Cusick, PT, MS, NDT, COF, BOCO, is an Associate Professor for the Rocky Mountain University of Health—Pediatric Program. She is dedicated to the pursuit of optimum foot and ankle alignment and function for children with neuromotor deficits and innervated muscles.

She welcomes the opportunity to share her knowledge of the physiology of pediatric equinus deformity and her clinical evaluation skills.

Andreas Giovanni Cutti, PhD, MEng, serves as Applied Research Manager, INAIL Prosthetic Center and as a member of ISO TC 168 Committee. He is associate editor of P&O International and Medical & Biological Engineering & Computing. He earned his PhD in Biomedical Engineering from University of Bologna, Italy.

Conal Doyle is an award winning trial lawyer who has received national recognition for his courtroom victories that have had broad reaching impact on society. He is a right leg amputee and specializes in representing amputees and prosthetists in insurance bad faith claims and personal injury.

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J. Chad Duncan, PhD, CPO, CRC, currently serves as Associate Professor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Northwestern University. Current research interests include psychosocial aspects of disability, prosthetics/ orthotics and the world of work, and outcome measures.

Karen Edwards, MS, is a Senior Area Manager for Össur Prosthetics and is the Director of the Össur Women’s Leadership Initiative (ÖWLI). She also consults women and girls, educating them on professional success and feminine power via the Strong and Skyward program.

Karen is a graduate of UNC-Chapel Hill and has a 30-year business background in media negotiating, medical sales and is certified in Women’s Leadership.

Stefania Fatone, PhD, BPO (Hons), is a Professor in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation in the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago, IL.

Don Fogelberg, PhD, OTR/L, is a UW assistant professor with the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine at the University of Washington Harborview Medical Center.

Ted Friedman, CO, has been a certified clinical orthotist since 2005. He practiced for eight years at Chladek O&P and three years at Hanger clinic in Des Moines, IA. He is now a member of Ottobock’s Professional Clinical Services team and travels the country supporting customers for all their orthotic needs.

Tiffany Graham, MCPO, CPO, LPO, FAAOP, is an Assistant Professor at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. She is the Chair of the Academy’s Craniofacial Society, Co-Chair of the Academy’s Evidence-Based Practice Committee, and a two-time recipient of the AOPA Thranhardt Award. She has published in the Journal of Craniofacial Surgery and the Journal of Clinical Medicine.

Andreas Hahn, PhD, MSc, holds the global corporate responsibility for Ottobock’s Clinical Research activities.

Trained as a physicist at Oxford University, he has over 20 years professional experience in leading positions in the Medical Device Industry. He was presented the prestigious Thranhardt Award in 2014.

Natalie Harold, CPO, is graduate of the University of Washington MPO program. She currently applies her clinical knowledge to scientific research and product development through continued work with Orthocare Innovations, LLC. Additionally, she co-founded the nonprofit patient advocacy organization, Forrest Stump.

SPEAKER HIGHLIGHTS

M. Jason Highsmith, DPT, PhD, CP, FAAOP (Invited), is a dual licensed prosthetist and physical therapist with a PhD in medical science. He is Deputy Chief of Research for the VA/DOD Extremity Trauma & Amputation Center of Excellence, Associate Professor at the University of South Florida and a Captain in the US Army Reserves.

Chrysta Irolla, MSPO, CPO, explored her interest in patient rehabilitation while obtaining her MS in Engineering Design from Northwestern University and subsequently decided to focus on patient care and get her MSPO from The Georgia Institute of Technology. Chrysta is now the clinical manager and residency mentor at the University of California, San Francisco.

Thomas Schmalz, PhD, is a physicist and holds a PhD in Biomechanics of Sports. He currently oversees the lab for biomechanics in the Clinical Research & Services Department of Ottobock. His main areas of expertise are gait analysis incl. EMG and metabolic energy consumption analysis; applied research in prosthetics, orthotics, rehabilitation, and orthopaedics; sports biomechanics; and biomechanical modeling.

Akua Roach, PhD, currently serves as the Program Manager and Grants Officer’s Representative for the Orthotics and Prosthetics Outcomes Research Program (OPORP).

Andreas Kannenberg MD (GER), PhD, worked as a physician in Germany for over 10 years. He currently serves as Ottobock’s Executive Medical Director and coordinates clinical research. He is part of a global medical and research team to consult R&D, product management, reimbursement, and sales on medical subjects.

Harry Schwartz, MD, is an assistant professor of physical medicine and rehabilitation at Temple University School of Medicine. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Schwartz received the Continuing Medical Education Award from the American Medical Association.

Kenton Kaufman, PhD, PE, is the W Hall Wendell Jr Musculoskeletal Research Professor, Director of Motion Analysis Laboratory, Professor of Bioengineering, and Consultant in the Departments of Orthopedic Surgery, Physiology and Biomedical Engineering at Mayo Clinic.

Dr. Kaufman serves on the NIH Advisory Board for Medical Rehabilitation Research and the Medical Advisory Board for AOPA.

Megan Sions, PhD, DPT, PT, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of Delaware, Director of the University’s Amputee Clinic, and faculty in the Interdisciplinary Biomechanics and Movement Science PhD program. Dr. Sions’ research is funded by the National Institutes of Health.

Géza F. Kogler, PhD, CO, is currently an Associate Professor of P&O, at Kennesaw State University. He serves as the Director of the Master of Science in P&O Program and is the Principal Investigator of the Clinical Biomechanics Laboratory. Dr. Kogler has received numerous awards for his research in foot ankle biomechanics and has four patents pending.

Debra Latour, OTD, MEd, OTR/L, is a registered occupational therapist, consultant and owner of Single-Handed Solutions, LLC, providing clinical, education and research services to manufacturers, providers and individuals with upper limb loss/difference. She offers clinical interventions through her affiliation with Handspring Clinical Service.

She is a full-time academic faculty at Western New England University.

Nicholas LeCursi, CO, is a senior orthotist, engineer, and educator who has devoted his career to improving the lives of patients through clinical care, education, mentorship, orthotics research, and innovative new product development. He currently serves as the Chief Technology Officer and Vice President of Services at Becker Orthopedic.

Murray Maitland, PhD, PT, is a physical therapist and University of Washington associate professor in the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine. He has focused on the care of people with musculoskeletal dysfunction caused by overuse, trauma and disease.

Danielle Melton, MD, is the Director of the Amputee and Orthotics and Prosthetics Program at TIRR Memorial Hermann, where she specializes in the care of people with amputations, encompassing pre-prosthetic management, prosthetic design and prescription, and rehabilitation. She also specializes in bracing and orthotics for patients with peripheral nerve injuries and spasticity.

Gerald Stark, PhD, MSEM, CPO/L, FAAOP(D), is a Senior Clinical Specialist for Ottobock Healthcare. He has been honored as “Outstanding Engineering Alumni, “Outstanding Doctoral Student” and “Outstanding Clinical Educator” by his affiliated universities and the Academy as well as being named Fellow with Distinction for his academic contributions.

Phil Stevens, MEd, CPO, FAAOP, currently serves as an Upper Limb Prosthetic Specialist as well as a Director within Clinical and Scientific affairs at Hanger Clinic. Phil is a former President of the AAOP. He is a graduate of the University of Washington’s O&P program with a master’s degree from the University of Houston in Allied Health Education and Administration.

Matthew Wernke, PhD, is an Applied Research Engineer for Willowwood. He received his PhD from the University of South Florida. Currently he leads several federally funded research and R&D projects.

Veronica Womack, PhD, is the Project Manager for the Searle Center’s Inclusive Teaching in STEM Education (IUSE) grant from the National Science Foundation. She received her PhD in Social Psychology from Howard University. She is an experienced facilitator and has implemented seminars on identifying and coping with racial microaggressions as well as reducing stereotype threat in learning environments. Her research has focused on mindfulness, ‘safe space’ development, and stress management among adults.

Shane Wurdeman, PhD, CP, FAAOP, holds a degree in physics, a Master’s in prosthetics and orthotics, and a PhD in biomechanics. He is currently a Board Member and Research Chair for AOPA as well as Director of Clinical Research with Hanger Clinic’s Department of Clinical and Scientific Affairs. He is based in Houston, TX.

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SCHEDULE OVERVIEW

All times are Eastern Standard Time (ET)

For complete program details, descriptions, presenters, and more, please visit www.AOPAassembly.org.

WEDNESDAY

Registration and Information Desks Open Exhibitor Setup

Noon – 5:00 PM

THURSDAY

09 | 08 | 2021

09 | 09 | 2021

7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Registration and Information Desks Open

7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Exhibitor Setup

7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Speaker Ready Room

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Manufacturers Workshops’ Choose from over 30 workshops throughout the day featuring the newest products and latest technology, presented by leading manufacturers and suppliers from the O&P profession.

Because manufacturers’ workshops are intense and often contain hands on learning experience, participation is limited to 50 participants per workshop.

8:00 – 10:00 AM

Concurrent Workshops—Tier A* Workshop sponsors as of 6/22/2021 Allard USA Becker Orthopedic Appliance Co. Naked Prosthetics Orthotic Holdings Inc. Ottobock Spinal Technology WillowWood

• • • • • • • 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Business Certificate Program hosted by the University of Hartford Separate registration and fee required.

Financial Business Management in O&P (B1) CERTIFICATE OF

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AOPA has partnered with the University of Hartford to offer a new and improved Business Certificate Program to meet the needs of today’s O&P professionals. Whether you are a practitioner who is interested in moving into a management position or an owner or manager who wants to refresh their business skills—this program is for you.

With over 100 years of service to the O&P profession, AOPA is the natural partner to provide high-quality and relevant business education to the O&P community. By completing four core courses and four elective courses (and passing the accompanying quizzes) you will earn your Certificate in O&P Business Management from AOPA and the University of Hartford.

For more information about the program, please visit www.AOPAnet.org.

SCHEDULE OVERVIEW

10:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Concurrent Workshops—Tier B* Workshop sponsors as of 6/22/2021 Allard USA Alps South LLC College Park Industries Orthomerica Products Inc. Össur Americas Inc. Ottobock Proteor USA SureStep Townsend Design Vorum

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Lunch on Own

12:30 – 1:30 PM

Professional Women of O&P—Celebrating Success

1:30 – 3:30 PM

Concurrent Workshops—Tier C*

Space is limited, RSVP required Women registering for the 2021 National Assembly are invited to a special event acknowledging the contributions and advancements of women in O&P. The program offers women a casual opportunity to network and learn from other successful female professionals, celebrate landmark achievements, leadership, and discuss the future of women in the industry. Lunch will be served. Space is limited. There is no cost to participate, however a ticket is required. You will have the opportunity to sign up as part of the registration process.

Workshop sponsors as of 6/22/2021 Allard USA American Board for Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics Blatchford Inc. Comb O&P Fillauer

• • • • • 4:00 – 5:00 PM

Concurrent Workshops—Tier D* Workshop sponsors as of 6/22/2021 Cascade Orthopedic Supply Fillauer Knit-Rite Legworks Inc.

• • • • 6:00 – 7:30 PM

• Naked Prosthetics • National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education (NCOPE) • Ottobock • SureStep • Össur Americas Inc. • Proteor USA • Rodin 4D • Techmed 3D Inc.

Welcome to Boston Celebration Enjoy an evening of networking with your O&P colleagues while enjoying Boston Style refreshments. While we may not be ready for hugs and handshakes—we are all interested in seeing those creative fist and elbow bumps. The celebration is included in your full conference registration—bring a guest for a nominal fee.

*For Workshop titles and descriptions, visit www.AOPAassembly.org.

All times are ET

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SCHEDULE OVERVIEW

FRIDAY

All times are ET

09 | 10 | 2021

7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Registration and Information Desks Open

7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Speaker Ready Room Available

7:30 – 8:00 AM

Breakfast

8:00 – 9:00 AM

Opening Remarks and Keynote Presentation (GS1)

9:00 – 10:15 AM

Awareness Drives Change: Recognizing Microaggressions and Biases in O&P (GS2)

Former Congressman Erik Paulsen From 2009 to 2019, Paulsen represented Minnesota’s Third Congressional District in the United States House of Representatives where he was a strong supporter of the Orthotics and Prosthetics profession. During his tenure, Paulsen was a leading member on the House Ways and Means Committee, the House’s tax-writing body with broad jurisdiction over healthcare, economic and trade policy. He also served as Chairman of Congress’ Joint Economic Committee, a unique House-Senate panel tasked with working alongside the President’s Council of Economic Advisors and the Federal Reserve Board to identify and address macroeconomic trends. Paulsen was co-chair of the bipartisan House Medical Technology Caucus, as well. Prior to his service in Congress, Paulsen was a member of the Minnesota State Legislature, where he served as House Majority Leader. Paulsen has over 16 years of business experience, including working as a business analyst at Target Corporation.

In this session you will learn how to identify biases and microaggressions on both internal and external levels. Our focus will be on learning to recognize, prevent and intervene on these cognitions and behaviors. By being aware of these occurrences and their psychological effects on targets, perpetrators, and observers, attendees will be better positioned to create inclusive and authentic interactions in O&P environments.

10:30 AM – Noon

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Concurrent Education

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AOPA Funded Research in Orthotics and Prosthetics (C1) Muscle Tone and Hypertonus—Assessment & Relevance to Ankle-Foot Orthotic Management (C2) Technical and Pedorthic Programming: Current Concepts in UCBL and SMO Care with Demonstration of a New Direct Foam Model Fabrication Method (P1/T1) Business Education • Medicare Policy Update (B2) • Appeals and Denials (B3)

SCHEDULE OVERVIEW

All times are ET

12:00 – 1:30 PM

Howard R. Thranhardt Award 25th Anniversary Celebration and Luncheon (C3)

Join your colleagues for a celebratory luncheon as we honor past and current Thranhardt Awardees.

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The Effect of Microprocessor Controlled Exo-Prosthetic Knees on Limited Community Ambulators: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Treatment Parameters for the UCSF Pectus Carinatum Orthosis: A Pilot Study

1:30 – 6:00 PM

Exhibit Hall Open

3:00 – 4:30 PM

Concurrent Education

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Concurrent Education

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4:00 – 6:00 PM

Prosthetic Symposium—Outcomes, Outcomes, Outcomes: The Times are Here! (C4)

Orthotic & Pedorthic Management of the Diabetic Foot (P2/C5) • Diabetes and Its Impact on the Foot • Diabetes and Obesity in the U.S. Human vs. Machine (T2) Department of Veterans Affairs Update (B4) Instructional Workshop for O&P Researchers (C6)

Concurrent Education

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Orthotic/Pedorthic Management of the Partial Foot (P2/C5—Continued) • The Charcot Foot • The Total Package: A Diabetic Shoe is Only as Good as…

• Navigating the TSPD Benefit Technical Education • Attachment and Finishing of Posterior Mounted Feet (T3) • Noise Abatement (T4) Sam E. Hamontree Business Education (B5)—Hear the Hamontree contenders and cast your vote for the award-winning paper: • Technology Readiness for Orthotists and Prosthetists • Adverse Outcomes Audit: Using Simplified Six Sigma as a Loss Control Measure • Evidence-Based Practice: Make It a Business Opportunity!

4:30 – 6:00 PM

Prosthetic Symposium: The State of Adjustable-Volume Sockets: Disruptive Technology Overview (C7)

6:00 PM

PAC Event Join your colleagues for a reception in support of the O&P PAC. All 2021 Donors welcome.

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SCHEDULE OVERVIEW

SATURDAY

All times are ET

09 | 11 | 2021

7:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Registration and Information Desks Open

7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Speaker Ready Room Available

7:30 – 8:00 AM

Breakfast

8:00 – 9:00 AM

AOPA Membership Meeting and Awards Ceremony (GS3) The Annual AOPA Membership Meeting and Awards Program is the perfect time to learn what’s happening with AOPA and the profession. Receive an update on the accomplishments AOPA has made over the past year. An awards program will follow—join us to honor the following: Lifetime Achievement Award Winner Legislative Advocacy Award Winner The Otto and Lucille Becker Orthotic Award Edwin and Kathryn Arbogast Prosthetic Award Introduction of AOPA Leadership

• • • • • 9:15 AM – Noon

Concurrent Education

12:15 – 1:00 PM

Lunch in Exhibit Hall

11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Exhibit Hall Open

2:00 – 3:00 PM

Poster Presentations

3:00 – 4:30 PM

Concurrent Education

• Justifying Medical Necessity and Documentation (C8/B6) • Non-Operative Management of Infantile Idiopathic Scoliosis (C9) Technical Fabrication Techniques: • Advanced Vacuum Thermoforming with Prepreg Thermoplastic Composites (T5) • Dynamic AFO Fabrication and 3D Printing(T6) • FDM 3D Printing Workflow for Transtibial Diagnostic Sockets (T7) Pedorthic Education: • Orthotics Technology Forum (P3) • In-Office Foot Orthoses Adjustments: Tools, Tips and Tricks (P4) • In House Fabrication vs. Outsourcing (P5)

• Prosthetic Symposium: Innovating Prosthetic Foot Performance: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Technology Translation from the Ivory Tower to the Clinic (C10) • Advancements in AFO Technology (C11) Technical Education: • State-of-the-Art and Future Perspective for the Testing of Lower-Limb Prosthetic Sockets (T8) Pedorthics: Make Full Use of Your Scope of Practice (P6) Do Custom Shoes Still Have a Place? (P7) Dealing with Difficult Patients (P8) Business Education Get to the Point with Documentation (B7) Prosthetic Approvals and Appeals—Top Ten Do’s and Don’t (B8)

• • • • • 4:30 – 6:00 PM

Concurrent Education

• Prosthetic Symposium: The Four Es to Successful Upper Limb Prosthetic Rehabilitation (C12) • The Cephalic Index Throughout the Ages (C13) Technical Education: • Designing 3D Printed Upper Limb Prosthetic Devices—Overcoming Limitations and Strengthening Key Components (T9) • Current Concepts and Case Studies in 3D Printing of Definitive Devices (T10) Pedorthics: • Money Saved is Money Earned: Is Your Practice Efficient? (P9) • Using Shoe Modifications Effectively (P10) Business Education: • Identifying and Leveraging Your Values to Avoid Burnout (B9) • Helping Your Uninsured Patient Population (B10)

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Most of the in-person education will be available on the virtual platform for viewing starting September 16 and available for 90 days, but in addition, don’t miss the bonus education only available on the Virtual Assembly Platform.

BONUS ONLINE EDUCATION Full Conference Registrants have access to the in-person Boston Meeting as well as the online education beginning September 16 and 90 days thereafter. Not only will you be able to earn CE Credits and learn from all education tracks, but you will also have access to a plethora of bonus education to include (Free Papers listed in blue):

• Building Teams in a Diversified Environment • Coding, Coverage, and Reimbursement Trends in the O&P Profession

• HIPAA Privacy Program Enhancement in O&P: Key • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Considerations for Operations, Collaboration and Patient Care How to Create a Skills Matrix That Drives Team Development Mergers and Acquisitions—Changes to Expect and Evaluate When Your Company is Acquired The Art of Asking a Question to Read Your Patients Like a Book How to Scan for AFOs, Knee Braces, and KAFOs Instead of Casting 3D Printing Adjustable Prosthetic Sockets A 6-Year Follow-Up Study Focused on Outcomes and Experience with the Opratm Axortm II External Prosthetic Connection Device A Smart Ankle-Foot Orthosis System for Post-Stroke Mobility Adjustable-Volume Prosthetic Interfaces: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Existing Literature Adults with Unilateral Lower-Limb Amputation: Associations Between Trunk Muscle Characteristics and Physical Function Assisting Upper Limb Myoelectric Pattern Recognition Users Overcome Common Calibration Issues Attitudes and Behaviors Toward Using Outcome Measures in Clinical Practice: Findings of a Blended Education Program Atypical OI Alignment and Transfer, A Case Study Bullying, Mobbing, and Harassment in O&P: Results from the Negative Acts Questionnaire Clinical Outcome Measures: Applicability of Current Instruments to Differentiate Functionalities of Prosthetics Comparative Effectiveness of Nu-Flexsiv and Ischial Containment Sockets Comparing Timed Up & Go and Two Minute Walk Test Results Between Advanced and Conventional Lower Limb Orthoses: Preliminary Findings from the IM ABLE Study Development of Moisture Management Liner and Active Cooling System for Improving Residual Limb Skin Care Do Custom Orthotics Help Improve Pain and Function in Patients with Progressive Collapsing Foot Deformity Evaluating the Psychosocial and Physical Impacts of COVID-19 on the Prosthetic Community Fitting Patients with Heavy Duty Ratcheting Mechanical Thumb Prostheses for Metocarpophalangeal Level Amputations Functional Ability and Residual Limb Hip Strength Distinguish Between Sedentary and Active Adults with Transtibial Amputation

• Impact 3: Factors That Influence Insurance Disenrollment

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Among Patients with Lower Limb Amputation: A Nation-Wide Commercial Claims Analysis Initial Application of the Myo Plus Pattern Recognition System for a Transhumeral Patient using a 12K44 ErgoArm Hybrid Plus and a Multi-Articulating BeBionic Myoelectric Hand: A Case Study from a CPO’s Perspective Investigation of Thermally Conductive Dopants Towards Mitigating Heat Buildup in Prosthetic Liners Is There a Difference in Medical Costs Between Immediate Amputations and Delayed Amputations?

Long-Term Transtibial Amputation Mechanical Energy Profiles: A Case Series Myoelectric Prosthesis Control Testing Demonstrates Correlation Between Outcome Measurement Scores New Method for Measuring Thermal Conductivity and Other Thermal Properties of Prosthetic Liners Patient Needs for Shared Decisions in Lower-Limb Prosthesis Design Perceptions of Residency Autonomy and Gender within the Baylor College of Medicine Orthotics and Prosthetics Residency Program Polycentric Exoprosthetic Knee Joints—Extent of Shortening During Swing Phase Residual Limb Skin Conditions & Wounds in Patients with Dysvascular Lower Limb Amputation Should Dynamic Stance Control Orthoses be added to the Rancho R.O.A.D.M.A.P.? A Case Study Presentation Synchronization of Multiple EMG Bluetooth Low Energy Sensors for Prosthetic Control Testing of Smart Adaptive Prosthetic Socket Volume: A Pilot Study The Development of the Functional Lower-Limb Amputee Gait Assessment (Flag Assessment) A New Observational Gait Analysis Tool For People with Unilateral Lower Limb Amputation The Liner Wand and MGH ICAN Team Amputee Community Survey Highlights the Need for Enhanced Mental Health, Community, and Industry Support Post Amputation The Prosthetic Care Continuum; Improving the Lives of People with Limb Loss or Limb Difference Two-Year Retrospective Cohort Results on Use of a Dynamic Unilateral Brace for Treatment of Clubfoot: Can Compliance and Prevention of Recurrence Both be Achieved?

Using Spine Orthoses to Treat Post-Surgical Spine Imbalance Validity Testing of the Functional Lower-Limb Amputee Gait Assessment (Flag Assessment) A New Observational Gait Analysis Tool for People with Unilateral Lower Limb Amputation

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SPECIAL EVENTS THURSDAY

09 | 09 | 2021

Professional Women of O&P— CELEBRATING SUCCESS 12:30 – 1:30 PM Women registering for the 2021 National Assembly are invited to a special event acknowledging the contributions and advancements of women in O&P. The program offers women a casual opportunity to network and learn from other successful female professionals, celebrate landmark achievements, leadership, and discuss the future of women in the industry. Lunch will be served. Space is limited. There is no cost to participate, however a ticket is required.

You will have the opportunity to sign up as part of the registration process.

FRIDAY

WELCOME CELEBRATION 6:00 – 7:30 PM Don’t miss the fun opening reception as exhibitors welcome you to the National Assembly “Boston Style.”

Enjoy refreshments, peruse the Exhibit Hall, and meet up with your friends and colleagues. For more fun and CE Credits, participate in the Exhibit Hall Passbook to win great prizes. The Welcome Celebration is included in your full conference registration. Guest tickets are available for purchase.

We ARE AOPA ADVOCACY | RESEARCH | EDUCATION

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HOWARD R. THRANHARDT 25th Anniversary Celebration 12:00 – 1:30 PM Join your colleagues as we celebrate past and present winners of the prestigious Thranhardt Award with a special luncheon to honor the top researchers in the profession.

PAC RECEPTION 6:00 – 7:30 PM

STUDENT POSTER AWARD Calling All Students and Residents— Gain National Recognition and Advance Your Career Enter to win one of two prestigious awards—the Student-Resident Poster Award honors two meritorious scientific papers submitted for presentation as a poster at the AOPA National Assembly. The purpose of these awards is to encourage students and residents to display outstanding posters at the AOPA National Assembly.

The Otto and Lucille Becker Award will be presented for the best orthotic abstract submitted and the Edwin and Kathryn Arbogast Award for the best prosthetic abstract submitted by a qualifying student or resident. The associated school will also be honored as well.

Join your colleagues for a reception in support of the O&P PAC. All 2021 Donors welcome.

For complete rules and to submit your abstract, visit www.AOPAassembly.org. Questions? Contact AOPA Headquarters at Assembly@AOPAnet.org.

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EXHIBITORS Learn about the newest products and the latest technology at the 2021 National Assembly. The AOPA exhibit hall offers more exhibitors, components, devices, tools, supplies and services than any other show of its kind in the US. Don’t miss your chance to be part of it. For the most up to date list of exhibitors, show specials, product categories, website and social media links, visit www.AOPAassembly.org.

Bold listings indicate the exhibitor is a member of the American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association (AOPA)

● 3D O&P ACOR Orthopaedic Inc. Allard USA Inc. Alps South LLC American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists (AAOP) American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics (ABC) American Central Fabrication American Prosthetic Components LLC ● Amoena USA Corp.

Amputee Coalition Apis Footwear Company Anodyne Aspen Medical Products Becker Orthopedic Appliance Co. Blatchford Inc. Board of Certification/Accreditation (BOC) Boston Orthotics & Prosthetics The Bremer Group Company Bulldog Tools Inc. Cailor Fleming Insurance Cascade Orthopedic Supply LP CBS Medical Billing & Consulting LLC Coapt LLC College Park Industries Comb O&P Comfort Products Inc. ● Corflex Global Covvi USA Inc. Coyote Prosthetics & Orthotics Curbell Plastics Inc. Cypress Adaptive LLC

Indicates the exhibitor is a Supplier Plus Partner with AOPA ● New exhibitors for 2021.

DAW Industries Inc. DJO Global/Dr. Comfort Drew Shoe Corp Fillauer FLO-TECH® Orthotic & Prosthetic Systems Inc. Grace Prosthetic Fabrication Inc. ● HYMED Technology Co. Kinetic Research Inc. KISS Technologies LLC KLM Laboratories Knit-Rite Inc. LaunchPad O&P LegWorks Inc. ● Limbs for Life Foundation ● Lindhe Xtend Inc. MD Orthopaedics ● Mecuris GmbH Monetek LLC Naked Prosthetics National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education (NCOPE) New Step Orthotic Lab Inc. Nymbl Systems The O&P Edge / Amplitude OPAF OPIE Software Orfit Industries America ● Orthobroker BV Orthomerica Products Inc. Orthotic & Prosthetic Group of America (OPGA) Orthotic Holdings OHI Osseointegration International Inc. Össur Americas Inc.

Ottobock Paceline Inc. PEL Phoenix Molded Shoes, Inserts, and Braces ● Pine Tree Orthopedic Lab Point Designs Pro-Tech Orthopedics PROTEOR USA PSYONIC ● PVA Med rcai Rodin 4D Royal Knit Inc. Spinal Technology Inc. SPS ST&G USA Corp.

SteeperUSA Steps Of Faith Foundation SureStep Tamarack Habilitation Technologies Inc. Techmed 3D Inc. Thermo-Ply Inc. Tillges Technologies Top Shelf Orthopedics Townsend Design (Thuasne USA) Turbomed Orthotics Inc. Ultraflex USISPO VitalFitSR Vorum WillowWood

Exhibitors as of 6/22/21.

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AOPA SUPPLIER PLUS MEMBERS

THANK YOU

to our 2021 AOPA Supplier Plus Members for their continued support of the association.

AOPA 2021 SUPPLIER PLUS MEMBERS

LEARN MORE SUPPLIER PARTNER

Sign up for the value-added Supplier Plus Program.

Get $6,000 worth of print and online media advertising, and other benefits for $2,575—a $3,425 cost savings!

We ARE AOPA

ADVOCACY | RESEARCH | EDUCATION

For more information, contact Kelly O’Neill at 571-431-0852 or kelly.oneill@AOPAnet.org.

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MEETING LOCATION Join your colleagues September 9–11 in Boston for the 2021 National Assembly and enjoy its historic charm and modern edge. Boston is a dynamic mix of colonial charm and urban sophistication. Rich in history, it boasts numerous landmarks and historic attractions, but also has an award-winning restaurant scene and dynamic nightlife.

Boston’s Back Bay is one small section of Boston that is home to many of the city’s most sought-after sights and is an epicenter for shopping, sleeping, dining, and just a 15-minute walk to Fenway Park. Located in the heart is the Hynes Convention Center, home of the 2021 National Assembly.

What could make the Hynes Convention Center a better location for the National Assembly? What if we surrounded it by three hotels (Sheraton, Marriott, and Hilton) and then encircled them with the high-end stores of the Prudential Center, Copley Place, and Newbury Street, then added a multitude of restaurants that offered menus ranging from fancy to fast food. It truly is the perfect location, there is something for every Assembly attendee.

Can’t make it to Boston? That’s okay, we will bring the education to you virtually starting September 16-18 and tal available for 90 days. Full conference attendees can access r o p web the education for up to 90 days post Assembly to earn and learn on their own schedule.

O-USE EASY-T

GETTING THERE New England’s largest transportation center is Logan International Airport. Logan Airport is located a convenient two miles from the city center. The City’s subway system provides access via the silver line at South Station to all terminals at the airport and the Logan Express bus offers an inexpensive service from the Back Bay’s Copley Square and the Hynes Convention Center to all terminals.

More than 40 airlines fly nonstop to/from more than 100 domestic and international destinations. For a complete list of airlines flying through Boston, please go to Massport.com.

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Attendees are responsible for making their own hotel reservations. AOPA has reserved a block of rooms at the Sheraton Boston Hotel (Connected to the Convention Center), the Boston Marriott Copley Place (Connected to the Convention Center via the mall), and at the Hilton Boston Back Bay (Adjacent to the Convention Center). The room rates range from $229 to $249, plus taxes and fees.

Sheraton Boston Hotel

Boston Marriott Copley Place

Hilton Boston Back Bay

39 Dalton St, Boston, MA 02199

110 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02116

40 Dalton St, Boston, MA 02115

$229 per night

$229 per night

$249 per night

Book your room online at: bit.ly/3oWXf3L

Book your room online at: bit.ly/35XUfeR

Book your room online at: bit.ly/3hZRrVJ

Or call 800/325-3535 and mention AOPA Assembly to receive the group rate of $229.

Or call 617/236-5800 and mention AOPA Assembly to receive the group rate of $229.

Or call 617/236-1100 and mention AOPA Assembly to receive the group rate of $249.

These room blocks are being held exclusively for Assembly attendees. Those booking rooms are required to register for the Assembly by August 1, 2021 or they will not be eligible for the group rate.

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HOW TO REGISTER 3 EASY WAYS TO REGISTER FOR EARLY BIRD RATES BEFORE AUGUST 9, 2021 Review the registration category descriptions below and complete one registration form for each attendee.

• REGISTER ONLINE—Log into your AOPA Connection account

for easy online registration. Payments must be made by credit card when registering online. To access your account, visit www.AOPAnet.org and proceed to the members only button at the top right-hand side of the webpage. Enter your email address and password if known. If you do not know your password, select “forgot password.” Should you need assistance, email info@ AOPAnet.org or call (571) 431-0876.

• REGISTER BY FAX—Complete the registration form and fax it to (571) 431-0899. Please do not mail your form after faxing it.

• REGISTER BY MAIL—Complete the registration form and mail it with payment to 2021 AOPA National Assembly, PO Box 34177, Alexandria, VA 22334-0711

Need assistance? Contact AOPA Headquarters at Assembly@AOPAnet.org or (571) 431-0876.

REGISTRATION CATEGORIES AND FEES Full Conference (includes in-person and virtual) Fees include admission to all education sessions and all meeting materials for both the in-person and virtual conference. Meals include two breakfasts, two lunches, and one reception. Attendees registering under this category will automatically receive a certificate of attendance.

Virtual Conference Registration Fees include admission to all education sessions and all meeting materials held virtually. Attendees registering under this category will automatically receive a certificate of attendance.

Exhibitor Staff Registration Exhibitors are entitled to two complimentary registrations with the purchase of each exhibit space (table or 10x10 space). Additional exhibitor personnel staffing a booth should select this category to ensure access to the exhibit hall during set up. Fees includes all conference education, conference meals, and CE credit tracking. Exhibitors may purchase up to two additional staff badges per unit at the discounted price.

One Day Conference Registration (in-person only) Includes all conference events for the day selected.

One Day Attendee Exhibition Only Registration This category includes access to the exhibit hall (during show hours) for the day selected only. Attendees registering under this category will not receive a lunch ticket or the opportunity to receive CE credits.

Two Day Attendee Exhibition Only Registration This category includes access to the exhibit hall (during show hours) on Friday and Saturday. Attendees registering under this category will not receive a lunch ticket or the opportunity to receive CE credits.

CODE OF CONDUCT The American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association (AOPA) is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all meeting participants and AOPA staff. Attendees are expected to treat everyone with respect and to be considerate of the multitude of views and opinions that are different than their own.

Accordingly, all participants, including but not limited to attendees, speakers, volunteers, exhibitors, staff and others (“Participants”) are expected to abide by the Meetings & Conferences Code of Conduct (this “Code”). AOPA has a zero-tolerance for any form of discrimination or harassment, including but not limited to sexual harassment by Participants at our meetings.

Set forth below are examples of conduct that will not be condoned at any AOPA event: Harassment, sexual harassment, bullying or intimidation in any form, including any verbal, written (including texts and postings on social media), or physical conduct designed to threaten, intimidate, humiliate or coerce another Participant.

Unwelcome sexual attention, including but not limited to sexualized comments or jokes, displaying sexually explicit material, inappropriate or unwelcome touching, groping or sexual advances.

Discrimination, in any form, based on gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, physical appearance, age, race, religion, or national origin.

Physical or verbal abuse of any meeting Participant.

Sustained or disrespectful disruption of presentations or meetings.

• • • • •

This Code applies to all conduct that occurs at AOPA meeting venues, including ancillary events and social gatherings, whether officially sponsored by AOPA or not. If you experience harassment or hear of any incidents of unacceptable behavior, AOPA asks that you promptly inform an AOPA staff member so that appropriate action can be taken. Your report will be taken seriously. Confidentiality will be maintained during the investigation to the extent possible without jeopardizing the thoroughness of the investigation. After considering the available information, AOPA leadership or their designees will take any action deemed necessary and appropriate. Consequences may include, but are not limited to, warnings, immediate removal from the meeting without warning or refund, and/or exclusion from any future AOPA meeting or event.

CANCELLATION POLICY To receive a refund, less a $100 processing fee, notifications of cancellation must be received in writing no later than Friday, August 9, 2021. Please email your cancellation request to kbean@AOPAnet.org. No refunds will be made for cancellations received after August 9, 2021. Substitutions are allowed but must be made in writing.

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STR NGER ATTENDEE Registration Form BOSTON SEPT. 9-11, 2021

TOGETHER

EARLY BIRD REGISTER BY AUG. 9, 2021 AND SAVE!

ONLINE SEPT. 16-18, 2021

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AND 90 DAYS POST SHOW FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE

For more information on the Assembly, visit www.AOPAassembly.org.

2021 AOPA NATIONAL ASSEMBLY

BADGE INFORMATION Please type or print legibly and use one registration form per registrant. Provide information as you would like it to appear on your badge.

Nickname:_______________________ First Name: ______________________________Last Name:________________________________Credential(s):___________________ Company:______________________________________________________________ Job Title: ______________________________________________________________ Address:__________________________________________________ City:_________________________________State:________ZIP Code: __________________________ Telephone:___________________________________ Cell Phone: _____________________________________ Fax: ______________________________________________ E-mail: _________________________________________________________________Confirmation E-mail: ______________________________________________________

VERY IMPORTANT

For Continuing Education Credit tracking: ABC CERT TYPE

ABC ID NUMBER

BOC CERT NUMBER

EXAMPLE: c C c P c 0 c 0 –– c 0 c 0 c 2 c 6

CANADIAN CERT NUMBER

OTHER LICENSE NUMBER:__________________________________________________

REGISTRATION CATEGORIES AND FEES

See registration instructions for category descriptions.

ATTENDEE REGISTRATION

Early Bird Registration on or before Aug. 9

Registration after Aug. 9

MEMBER

MEMBER

Full Conference Registration (includes in person and virtual)

c

$595

c

$945

c

$695

c

$995

Virtual Conference Only Registration

c

$395

c

$675

c

$445

c

$745

c

$350 per day

c

$675 per day

c

$395 per day

c

$750 per day

c

$145

c

$195

c

$195

c

$245

c

$290

c

$390

c

$390

c

$494

c

$375

c

$495

c

$475

c

$595

NON-MEMBER

NON-MEMBER

One Day Conference Registration (does not include virtual) c Thursday

c Friday

c Saturday

One Day Attendee Exhibition Only Registration c Friday

c Saturday

Two Day Attendee Exhibition Only Registration c Friday and Saturday

EXHIBITOR REGISTRATION Exhibitor Staff Registration (limits apply)

Group discounts are available for four or more Full Conference registrants. Call 571/431-0876 for more information.

PARTICIPANT INFORMATION c Check this box if you have read and agree with the 2021 Participant COVID Waiver (available on the AOPA website).

Have you been vaccinated for COVID-19? c Yes c No Are special accommodations required? c Yes c No If yes, please explain:

_________________________________ How often do you attend an O&P meeting? c Every year c When close by c Every other year c First time What are the primary reasons for attending the National Assembly? ______ Please check all that apply: c CE Credits c Exhibit Hall c Networking c Education c Location c Speakers c Industry Trends c New Products c Professional Development Which O&P school did you graduate from? ________________________________

What year did you graduate?________

SPECIAL EVENTS

PRICE

QTY.

How many years have you been in your profession?

c Welcome to Boston Celebration Guest Ticket

$45 X

1

c 0-5 c 6-10

c 11-20 c 21+

What is your purchasing authority? c Full-decision making authority c Joint decision making authority c Advisory role c Not involved in purchasing c Other (Student, Unemployed, etc.)

Job Function-Please check all that apply: c Orthotist c Prosthetist c Pedorthist c Technician c Fitter c Owner c Office/General Manager c Physical Therapist/Occ. Therapist c Student c Resident c Research & Development c Sales/Marketing c Billing c Accounting c Inventor c Investor c Check here to allow AOPA to share your email with Exhibitors

CANCELLATION POLICY: To receive a refund, less a $100 processing fee, notifications of cancellation must be received in writing no later than Friday, August 9, 2021. Please email your cancellation to kbean@AOPAnet.org. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received after August 9. Substitutions are allowed but must be requested in writing.

c Professional Women of O&P Luncheon**—

Celebrating Success

TOTAL

= _________

FREE

c 2021 Award-Winning Thranhardt Luncheon Program Reservation* c O&P PAC Reception (PAC Donors only) * Included in your fill conference registration—reserves your attendance. ** Space is limited. One ticket per female, full-conference registrant.

PAYMENT

Registration Total $________________USD Special Events Total $________________USD TOTAL AMOUNT DUE $________________USD

c O&P PAC (AOPA Members Only)

Give your employees permission to participate in PAC Events.

Fax only if paying by credit card. Checks should be made payable to AOPA 2021. c Check

c

c

c

Exp. Security Card #_________________________________________Date:___________ Code: ______

Print Name _______________________________________________________ Signature ________________________________________________________ MAIL OR FAX COMPLETED FORMS: AOPA LOCKBOX, PO Box 34711, Alexandria, VA 22334 Fax: 571/431-0899 Email: Assembly@AOPAnet.org Photography/Video Notice: AOPA may take photographs and/or video during the event for various marketing purposes. By attending this event, you consent to your image being captured and used.

By signing this form, you agree that you have read and accept these terms and conditions.

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS: For information, visit www.AOPAassembly.org.

QUESTIONS? Contact Assembly@AOPAnet.org or 571/431-0876.

REGISTRATION FORMS MUST BE RECEIVED WITH PAYMENT BY AUG. 9, 2021 TO QUALIFY FOR EARLY BIRD DISCOUNTS.

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