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o&p professional societies & organizations
Howard Orthotics and Prosthetics is a member of the following organizations:
AAOP - American Academy of Orthotics & Prosthetics
NYSAAOP – New York State American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetics
Promotes professional ethics and standards through communication and educational programs. Offers quality educational programs on a local level in order to keep travel and related costs to a minimum. Promotes
the field of orthotics and prosthetics through athletic sponsorship to individuals. Pursues New York State Licensure for Orthotic & Prosthetic Services.
Roger Howard is a Past President and current Athletic Sponsorship Program Chairman
ABC- American Board for Certification in Orthotics & Prosthetics
Founded in 1948, along with the support and encouragement of the American Academy of Orthopeadic Surgeons and American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association, ABC provides the most stringent credentialing standards for practitioners and facilities delivering comprehensive orthotic and prosthetic services
AOPA - American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association Founded in 1917, AOPA was the first national trade association committed to providing high quality business support services and products to O&P professionals and facilities.
The following organizations may be of interest to you in your search for information:
NAAOP - National Association for the Advancement of Orthotics and Prosthetics NAAOP is an organization totally committed to addressing national legislative issues of concern which impact the delivery of high quality Orthotic and Prosthetic health care services.
NCOPE - National Commission on Orthotic-Prosthetic Education Founded in 1972, NCOPE became the first and only accreditation body for credentialing orthotic and prosthetic (O&P), university based education programs.
PFA - Pedorthic Footwear Association
The not-for-profit organization representing professionals involved in the field of pedorthics.

O&P Publications
The following are other O&P Publications that may be of interest to you in your search for information:
Biomechanics Magazine
Magazine that seeks to promote professional growth and knowledge for all medical and allied health professionals with a compelling interest in lower extremity biomechanics
InMotion Magazine
Magazine that seeks to promote professional growth and knowledge for all.
Manual for Above-Knee Amputees
A comprehensive manual containing information for Above-Knee (Trans-Femoral) amputees
Manual for Below-Knee Amputees A comprehensive manual containing information for Below-Knee (Trans-Tibial) amputees
O&P Business News
National newsmagazine for the Orthotics & Prosthetics profession.
Orthotics & Prosthetics Online Prosthetic and orthotic patient care and product information readily accessible for amputees,
orthotics, prosthetics, and therapists.
Wheeless' Textbook of Orthopedics
Extensive online textbook of Orthopedics with in depth information on joints, muscles and bones, as well as their injuries and treatments.
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