The British Association of Prosthetists and Orthotists

Archives for September 2025

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BAPO Teatime Talk: Raising the profile of the prosthetics and orthotics professions

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Raising the profile of Prosthetics and Orthotics is vital to ensure our profession receives the recognition it deserves. This Teatime Talk will explore how we can raise awareness, strengthen our professional identity, and showcase the value we bring to patients and services. Through outreach, education, and collaboration, we’ll demonstrate effective ways to raise our profile. Attendees will be encouraged to share their experiences and ideas, helping us build momentum together. Join the discussion and be part of shaping a more visible, valued future for Prosthetics and Orthotics.

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BAPO Tech and Trends Webinar – A Practical Application of Digital Technology for Custom Orthotics

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Webinar Objective: 

To give a broad technological overview to what is possible when using digital workflows to mill or 3D Print custom orthotics insoles.

 

Summary: 

This session will include details on existing rigid and soft shell 3D Printing, including the emerging ‘variational geometry’ software tools for designing & printing variable stiffness in a single material (resin or powder). The session will cover FIT360 tools, but only as a backbone for showing how new technologies are being used in this rapidly emerging market. Suitable for those new to this tech, or more advanced users.

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Available Webinars – NHS England

Advancing the AHP Workforce in Rural & Coastal Communities webinar 

Thursday 02 October 2025 1.30-2.30pm 

Join us for an insightful session exploring the unique challenges and opportunities facing Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) in rural and coastal areas. The aim is to highlight impactful workforce initiatives and foster collaboration for future solutions. This webinar will:  

  • Share Key Findings: Present the outcomes of the AHP Rural & Coastal review, shedding light on workforce dynamics and service delivery in these settings.  
  • Highlight High-Impact Activity: Showcase examples of innovative AHP workforce models and practices that are making a difference.  
  • Enable Next Steps & Collaboration:  Discuss future directions an invite ongoing partnership to co-design sustainable, place-based workforce solutions.   

The Aims of the Session are:  

  • To share AHP Rural & Coastal Findings  
  • To share examples of high impact AHP workforce activity  
  • To share next steps and onwards collaboration    

Registration link: Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams 

Registration for this event is required. The webinar will be recorded, and slides will be shared post the webinar.

Up Coming Webinar 

Shaping the Future of AHP Practice Education – Innovative approaches to high quality placement delivery 

Wednesday 10 September 10.30 – 11.30 

Join us for an insightful session exploring pre-registration practice education initiatives that are transforming the landscape of AHP placement delivery. This webinar will:

  • Provide an overview of national initiatives supporting high-quality placements for AHP learners.
  • Showcase commissioned projects from AHP Professional Bodies, including:
    • Innovative placement models
    • Common assessment tools
    • Real-world examples of impact
  • Explore key considerations unique to AHPs in practice education.
  • Offer opportunities for wider application and uptake across the AHP professions

Registration link: Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams 

We look forward to having you attend the events

By registering, you agree to be contacted using the details provided for the purpose of sharing information related to the webinars. You can opt out at any time by contacting our team england.ahpnatprog1@nhs.net 

 

Kind regards

AHP National team