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April 2008
April 4
Spinal Technology, Inc. Presents "The Providence Scoliosis Nocturnal Bracing System."
Dominquez Hills, Calif. California State University. Full day course. 7.25 ABC credits. Contact Donna Nye (800) 253-7868 or visit www.spinaltech.com.
April 4-5
Freeman Orthotic Fitters Training Workshop.
Las Vegas, NV. BOC & ABC continuing education credits. Contact Jenny Hagner, (800) 253-2091, ext. 221 or visit www.freeemanmfg.com.services.html.
April 7-8
New York State Chapter of AAOP.
Cooperstown, NY. The Otesaga Hotel. Contact Joann Marx, CPO at Marx4nysaaop@aol.com.
April 17-18
AOPAversity- Mastering Medicare: Advanced Coding and Billing Techniques.
Las Vegas. Bally's Hotel and Casino. Contact Erin Kennedy at (571) 431-0834 or e-mail ekennedy@AOPAnet.org to register or for more information.
April 18
OPAF First Volley Tennis Clinic and First Swing Golf Clinic.
Wilmington, N.C. University of North Carolina. Contact Robin Burton, OPAF executive director, at (215) 752-5756 or e-mail rlb@opfund.org.
April 23
AOPAversity- Telephone Audio Conference: "Hints on Complying With Quality Standards."
Contact Erin Kennedy, (571) 431-0834 or e-mail ekennedy@AOPAnet.org. Register at www.AOPAnet.org.
April 28-29
Allard USA TOTE (Tomorrow's Orthotic Technology Education).
Woburn, Mass. Three half-day courses: Gait Biomechanics & Orthotic applications, C.P. Functional Hip & Gait Management, and Mold-to-Patient custom fabircations. Applied for 13.5 credits. Contact Diane at (888) 678-6548, ext. 1205, or e-mail info@allard.com.
April 28-29
Fillauer LLC: Orthotic Use of ThermoFormable Composite (TFC) Technique with Comfil® Material Workshop.
Chattanooga, Tenn. You've heard the news about ThermoFormable Composite, which combines the thermoforming of plastic with the strength of composite, now experience it for yourself! Attend Fillauer's TFC clinical seminar in Chattanooga to experience the latest composite material. The tow-day seminar will familiarize attendees with material theory, demonstration, and hands-on clinical application. Participants will be familiar with pedorthic, lower limb orthotics, as well asd the latest innovations. To register contact Beverly at (800) 251-6398 or bgodsey@fillauer.com.
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April 29 OPGA: RCR™ Transtibial Socket Design Course. Chicago. NUPOC. 8.75 CEU's. In this one-day hands-on course, see how the RCR™ transtibial socket allows better Rotational control, Comfort and Range of motion. Contact Jim Adreassen, (800) 214-6742, or e-mail jim.andreassen@vgm.com. |
May 2008
May 1-3
Northweat Chapter of the Academy Continuing Education Conference.
Bellevue, Wash. The Courtyard by Marriott Hotel. All day seminars on Thursday with technical and clinical programs Friday and Saturday. For more information, contact Karl Entenmann, CPO at nwaaop@gmail.com or (253) 952-3887.
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May 3 OPAF First Volley Tennis Clinic for Shriner Hospital of Philadelphia. Philadelphia. Arthur Ashe Youth Tennis Center. Contact Robin Burton, OPAF executive director, at (215) 752-5756 or e-mail rlb@opfund.org. |
May 8-9
Allard USA TOTE (Tomorrow's Orthotic Technology Education).
Metairie, La. Three half-day courses: Gait Biomechanics & Orthotic applications, C.P. Functional Hip & Gait Management, and Mold-to-Patient custom fabircations. Applied for 13.5 credits. Contact Diane at (888) 678-6548, ext. 1205, or e-mail info@allard.com.
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May 10 OPAF First Volley Tennis Clinic. Levittown, Pa. Frosty Hollow Tennis Center. Contact Robin Burton, OPAF executive director, at (215) 752-5756 or e-mail rlb@opfund.org. |
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May 15-17 2008 Louisiana Association of Orthotist and Prosthetist. Baton Rouge, La. Marriott Hotel. Credits applied ABC/BOC/ C.ped. Contact Sharon Layman (504) 464-5577, or e-mail laymansh@yahoo.com or visit www.laop.org. |
May 15-17
Pennsylvania Chapter of AAOP 2008 Spring Conference.
Pittsburgh. Station Square. Contact Joseph H Carter Jr., MS, CPO, FAAOP or Beth Cornelius at (814) 455-5383 or fax (814) 454-8989.
May 15-17
Western and Midwestern Orthotic Prosthetic Association (WAMOPA).
Sparks, Nev. Nugget Hotel. For information, visit our Web site www.wamopa.com. Contact Steve Colwell at (206) 440-1811, Sharon Gomez at (925) 827-2062 or Jeff Kingsley at (800) 854-3479.
May 16-18
OPGA: Upper Limb Socket Course.
Atlanta, Ga. Georgia Institute of Technology. 21.25 ABC CEU credits. Topics covered include current research on technology for branch-level prosthetists and upper-limb technology. Participants will be able to cast and fit two transradial sockets. Contact Jim Adreassen at (800) 214-6742, or e-mail jim.andreassen@vgm.com.
May 17
First Volley Tennis Clinic Sponsored by Berke Prosthetics.
Portola Valley, Calif. Contact Robin Burton, OPAF executive director, at (215) 752-5756, or e-mail rlb@opfund.org.
May 19-20
Allard USA TOTE (Tomorrow's Orthotic Technology Education).
Richmond, Calif. Three half-day courses: Gait Biomechanics & Orthotic applications, C.P. Functional Hip & Gait Management, and Mold-to-Patient custom fabircations. Applied for 13.5 credits. Contact Diane at (888) 678-6548, ext. 1205, or e-mail info@allard.com.
May 21
AOPAversity- Telephone Audio Conference: "Handling Difficult Patients."
Contact Erin Kennedy, (571) 431-0834 or e-mail ekennedy@AOPAnet.org. REGISTER NOW
May 30-31
PrimeFaire East 2008 .
Nashville, TN. Nashville Convention Center. Contact PrimeCare O&P Network (888) 388-5243, or visit www.primecareop.com.
June 2008
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June 2-3 Allard USA TOTE (Tomorrow's Orthotic Technology Education). Brookfield, Wisc. Three half-day courses: Gait Biomechanics & Orthotic applications, C.P. Functional Hip & Gait Management, and Mold-to-Patient custom fabircations. Applied for 13.5 credits. Contact Diane at (888) 678-6548, ext. 1205, or e-mail info@allard.com. |
June 5-6
Michigan Orthotics & Prosthetics Association (MOPA) Continuing Education Meeting.
Kalamazoo, Mich. Radisson Plaza Hotel. details at www.moa.info. Contact Mary Ellen Kitzman at (248) 615-0600 or e-mail 2008mtg@mopa.info.
June 6-8
OPGA: Upper Limb Socket Course.
Los Angeles. CSHUDH. 21.25 ABC CEU credits. Topics covered include current research on technology for branch-level prosthetists and upper-limb technology. Participants will be able to cast and fit two transradial sockets. Contact Jim Adreassen at (800) 214-6742, or e-mail jim.andreassen@vgm.com.
June 9-10
AOPAversity- Mastering Medicare: Advanced Coding and Billing Techniques.
Boston. Contact Erin Kennedy at (571) 431-0834 or e-mail ekennedy@AOPAnet.org for more information. REGISTER NOW
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June 14 OPAF First Volley Tennis Clinic. Levittown, Pa. Frosty Hollow Tennis Center. Contact Robin Burton, OPAF executive director, at (215) 752-5756 or e-mail rlb@opfund.org. |
June 18
AOPAversity- Telephone Audio Conference: "Stark/Anti-Kickback Laws."
Contact Erin Kennedy, (571) 431-0834 or e-mail ekennedy@AOPAnet.org. REGISTER NOW
June 19-22
Amputee Coalition of America 2008 Annual Conference.
Atlanta. Renaissance Waverly Hotel. For more information, contact Special Events/Conference at (888) 267-5669 ext.8102, or e-mail conference@amputee-coalition.org or visit www.amputee-coalition.org/conference.
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June 20 OPAF First Volley Tennis Clinic. Atlanta. Amputee Coalition of America Conference. Contact Robin Burton, OPAF executive director, at (215) 752-5756 or e-mail rlb@opfund.org. |
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June 20 OPAF First Swim Clinic. Atlanta. Amputee Coalition of America Conference. Contact Robin Burton, OPAF executive director, at (215) 752-5756 or e-mail rlb@opfund.org. |
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June 21 OPAF First Swim Clinic. Atlanta. Amputee Coalition of America Conference. Contact Robin Burton, OPAF executive director, at (215) 752-5756 or e-mail rlb@opfund.org. |
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June 21-22 OPGA: Gomez Orthotic Spinal System (GOS) Course. Atlanta. Georgia Institute of Technology. CEU's applied for. This two-day hands-on course will provide the orthotists with a systematic approach to the management of a broad range of spinal pathologies. Contact Jim Andreassen, (800) 214-6742 or e-mail jim.andreassen@vgm.com. |
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June 22 OPAF First Swim Clinic. Atlanta. Amputee Coalition of America Conference. Contact Robin Burton, OPAF executive director, at (215) 752-5756 or e-mail rlb@opfund.org. |
June 26-28
Midwest Chapter of the American Academy of Orthotists & Prosthetists Summer Scientific Symposium.
Joliet Junior College. Contact Kevin O'Hagan, CP at (773) 404-0310 or cplimbs@aol.com, or register at the Midwest Chapter Web site www.midwestchapter-aaop.com.
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June 28 OPAF First Swing Clinic. Addison, Ill. Addison Links and Tees. Contact Robin Burton, OPAF executive director, at (215) 752-5756 or e-mail rlb@opfund.org. |
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June 28 OPAF First Volley Tennis Clinic. Addison, Ill. Addison Links and Tees. Contact Robin Burton, OPAF executive director, at (215) 752-5756 or e-mail rlb@opfund.org. |
July 2008
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July 10 OPAF First Volley Tennis Clinic for Adventure Amputee Camp. Bryson City, N.C. Contact Robin Burton, OPAF executive director, at (215) 752-5756 or e-mail rlb@opfund.org. |
July 10-12
Alabama State Prosthetic & Orthotic Association Annual Meeting and Scientific Seminar.
Birmingham, Ala. The Birmingham Marriott. Manufaturers contact Regina Weger at (678) 455-8859. Members contact Jennifer Crumpton at (334) 284-0250.
July 11
First Volley Tennis Clinic for Adventure Amputee Camp.
Bryson City, N.C. Nantahala Outdoor Center. Contact Robin Burton, OPAF executive director, at (215) 752-5756 or e-mail rlb@opfund.org.
July 16
AOPAversity- Telephone Audio Conference: "How to Market your Practice."
Contact Erin Kennedy, (571) 431-0834, or e-mail ekennedy@AOPAnet.org. REGISTER NOW
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July 21 OPAF First Volley Tennis Clinic for ACA Youth Camp. Lewisburh, Ohio. Contact Robin Burton, OPAF executive director, at (215) 752-5756 or e-mail rlb@opfund.org. |
July 20-24
Amuptee Coalition of America 2008 Youth Camp.
Clarksville, Ohio. Camp Joy Outdoor Education Center. For an application and more information, contact Youth Activities Program Coordinator at (888) 267-5669 ext.8130, or e-mail yapinfo@amputee-coalition.org, or visit www.amputee-coalition.org/youth_camp.html.
August 2008
August 8-9
Texas Chapter of the Academy: Annual Scientific Symposium.
Austin, Texas. Sheraton Austin. For hotel information, contact (512) 478-1111. For meeting information, contact: Scott Jameson, (325) 793-3480, or e-mail sjameson@wtrc.com.
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August
18-19 Allard USA TOTE (Tomorrow's Orthotic Technology Education). Linthicum, Md. Three half-day courses: Gait Biomechanics & Orthotic applications, C.P. Functional Hip & Gait Management, and Mold-to-Patient custom fabircations. Applied for 13.5 credits. Contact Diane at (888) 678-6548, ext. 1205, or e-mail info@allard.com. |
August 20
AOPAversity- Telephone Audio Conference: "VA Issues."
Contact Erin Kennedy, (571) 431-0834, or e-mail ekennedy@AOPAnet.org. REGISTER NOW
September 2008
September 10-13AOPA National Assembly.
Chicago. Hyatt Regency Chicago. Contact: Tina Moran, (571) 431-0876, ext. 208, or tmoran@AOPAnet.org. Exhibitors, contact: Kelly O’Neill, (571) 431-0876, ext. 252, or koneill@AOPAnet.org. Sponsorship opportunities, contact: Kelly O’Neill, (571) 431-0876, ext. 252, or koneill@AOPAnet.org.
September 17
AOPAversity- Telephone Audio Conference: "How to Not Get Sued."
Contact Erin Kennedy, (571) 431-0834, or e-mail ekennedy@AOPAnet.org. REGISTER NOW
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Septhember
24-25 Freeman Orthotic Fitters Training Workshop. Atlantic City, N.J. BOC & ABC continuing education credits. Contact Jenny Hagner at (800) 253-2091, ext. 221 or visit www.freemanmfg.com/services.html. |
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September
27-28 OPGA: Gomez Orthotic Spinal System (GOS) Course. Chicago. NUPOC. CEU's applied for. This two-day hands-on course will provide the orthotists with a systematic approach to the management of a broad range of spinal pathologies. Contact Jim Andreassen, (800) 214-6742 or e-mail jim.andreassen@vgm.com. |
October 2008
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October
2-3 Allard USA TOTE (Tomorrow's Orthotic Technology Education). Denver, Colo. Three half-day courses: Gait Biomechanics & Orthotic applications, C.P. Functional Hip & Gait Management, and Mold-to-Patient custom fabircations. Applied for 13.5 credits. Contact Diane at (888) 678-6548, ext. 1205, or e-mail info@allard.com. |
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October 3
& 4 OPGA: RCR™ Transtibial Socket Design Course. Holbrook, N.Y. Hutnick Rehab. 8.75 CEU's. In this one-day hands-on course, see how the RCR™ transtibial socket allows better Rotational control, Comfort and Range of motion. Contact Jim Adreassen, (800) 214-6742, or e-mail jim.andreassen@vgm.com. |
October 10
Ohio Orthotics and Prosthetics Association Annual Fall Meeting.
Sandusky, Ohio.The Nia Center at Kalahari Resort. Contact Richard W. Butchko at (614) 659-0197 or richbutchko@ohiochapteraaop.com.
October 11
Ohio Chapter, American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists (AAOP) Annual Fall Scientific Meeting.
Sandusky, Ohio. The Nia Center and Kalahari Resort. Contact Richard W. Butchko at (614) 659-0197 or richbutchko@ohiochapteraaop.com.
October 15
AOPAversity- Telephone Audio Conference: "Fraud and Abuse."
Contact Erin Kennedy, (571) 431-0834, or e-mail ekennedy@AOPAnet.org. REGISTER NOW
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October
16-18 N.C./S.C. Orthotics and Prosthetics Conference. Myrtle Beach, S.C. Marriott Resort at Grand Dunes. Contact Cheryl at Picture Perfect Events of Coastal Carolina. Call toll free (866) 775-9047 or visit www.mbopconference08.com. |
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October
22-24 New England Chapter of the American Academy of Orthotist and Prosthetist (AAOP) 2008 Continuing Education and Symposium. Mount Snow, Vt. Contact Mark Tlumacki at mtlumacki@partners.org. |
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October
24-25 OPGA: MAS® Basic Observer and Advanced Course. Chicago. NUPOC. CEU's applied for. Attendees may attend both sessions or pick one. Please note that in order to attend the advanced course, you must either attend this basic observer course or have attended a prior MAS course. Contact Jim Andreassen, (800) 214-6742 or e-mail jim.andreassen@vgm.com. |
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October
27-28 Allard USA TOTE (Tomorrow's Orthotic Technology Education). Las Vegas. Three half-day courses: Gait Biomechanics & Orthotic applications, C.P. Functional Hip & Gait Management, and Mold-to-Patient custom fabircations. Applied for 13.5 credits. Contact Diane at (888) 678-6548, ext. 1205, or e-mail info@allard.com. |
November 2008
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November
3-4 Allard USA TOTE (Tomorrow's Orthotic Technology Education). Mobile, Ala. Three half-day courses: Gait Biomechanics & Orthotic applications, C.P. Functional Hip & Gait Management, and Mold-to-Patient custom fabircations. Applied for 13.5 credits. Contact Diane at (888) 678-6548, ext. 1205, or e-mail info@allard.com. |
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November
7 & 8 OPGA: RCR™ Transtibial Socket Design Course. Chicago. NUPOC. 8.75 CEU's. In this one-day hands-on course, see how the RCR™ transtibial socket allows better Rotational control, Comfort and Range of motion. Contact Jim Adreassen, (800) 214-6742 or e-mail jim.andreassen@vgm.com. |
November 12-14
New Jersey Chapter AAOP Annual Meeting & Symposium.
Atlantic City, N.J. Bally's Hotel and Casino. Contact Bob Silvestri at (732) 248-0774 or e-mail rsilvestri@solarishs.org.
November 19
AOPAversity- Telephone Audio Conference: "New Codes for 2009."
Contact Erin Kennedy, (571) 431-0834, or e-mail ekennedy@AOPAnet.org. REGISTER NOW
December 2008
December 1-2
AOPAversity- Mastering Medicare: Advanced Coding and Billing Techniques.
Orlando, Fla. Contact Erin Kennedy at (571) 431-0834 or e-mail ekennedy@AOPAnet.org for more information. Registration information coming soon!
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December
4-5 Allard USA TOTE (Tomorrow's Orthotic Technology Education). Denville, N.J. Three half-day courses: Gait Biomechanics & Orthotic applications, C.P. Functional Hip & Gait Management, and Mold-to-Patient custom fabircations. Applied for 13.5 credits. Contact Diane at (888) 678-6548, ext. 1205, or e-mail info@allard.com. |
September 2009
September 20-23
AOPA National Assembly.
Seattle. Washington State Convention & Trade Center. Contact: Tina Moran, (571) 431-0876, ext. 208, or tmoran@AOPAnet.org. Exhibitors, contact: Kelly O’Neill, (571) 431-0876, ext. 252, or koneill@AOPAnet.org. Sponsorship opportunities, contact: Kelly O’Neill, (571) 431-0876, ext. 252, or koneill@AOPAnet.org.
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