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- BAPO Teatime Talk – The Prosthetics and Orthotics Profession in New Zealand
Details The presentation will include an overview of opportunities for Prosthetists and Orthotists in New Zealand, focusing on various companies, contracts, and the district health board, as well as insights into ACC-related work. I will share a brief presentation detailing my professional development in New Zealand, highlighting my role as a Clinical Orthotist for Peke Waihanga and my position as… Read more: BAPO Teatime Talk – The Prosthetics and Orthotics Profession in New Zealand - BAPO Teatime Talk – Multidisciplinary Care in Rheumatology: The Role of the Podiatrist and Opportunities for Orthotist Integration
Details In this talk, I will explore the role of the podiatrist within a Rheumatology multidisciplinary team (MDT), with a focus on collaborative care and how orthotists can contribute to and complement this approach. The session will cover: Common rheumatological conditions encountered A holistic approach to patient assessment Podiatric treatments and interventions Patient advice and education The referral process within… Read more: BAPO Teatime Talk – Multidisciplinary Care in Rheumatology: The Role of the Podiatrist and Opportunities for Orthotist Integration - BAPO Launches Updated Curriculum Guide for Pre-Registration of Prosthetists and Orthotists
- Job Advert – Opcare – Clinical Lead Prosthetist – Great ShelfordClick here to view job advert
- BAPO Announces Exciting New Initiative to Showcase Industry Innovation
- Job Advert – CAHPR – Part Time Administrator – RemoteClick here to view job advert
- British Association of Prosthetists and OrthotistsAnnual General Meeting Monday 30th June 2025 The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the British Association of Prosthetists and Orthotists will take place on MS Teams on Monday 30th June 2025 at 19:00 to which all BAPO members are invited. Nominations for Executive Committee membership Nominations are invited for membership of the Executive Committee, and you can access the form… Read more: British Association of Prosthetists and Orthotists
- Previous Award WinnersRecognising Excellence in Prosthetics and Orthotics Prosthetist of the Year Rose Morris – Winner 2022 (Professional-Nominated) Rose was recognised for her longstanding dedication to supporting prosthetics and orthotics students as a practice educator. She has played an instrumental role in inspiring and mentoring the next generation of professionals, providing guidance, encouragement, and leadership throughout her career. Orthotist of the Year… Read more: Previous Award Winners
- Job Advert – NHS Highland – Prosthetics Technician – Raigmore Hospital
- BAPO is proud to release our latest report: “The Impact of Commissioning and Contracts on the Training, Education, and Development of Prosthetists and Orthotists.”🔎 This comprehensive review explores how current commissioning models have the potential to affect the growth, retention and morale of the P&O workforce — and what must change to secure the future of patient care. 📚 Key insights include: • Barriers to education and development across commissioned and in-house services • The consequences of viewing P&O services as product-centric rather… Read more: BAPO is proud to release our latest report: “The Impact of Commissioning and Contracts on the Training, Education, and Development of Prosthetists and Orthotists.”
- British Association of Prosthetists and Orthotists (BAPO) Statement on the Supreme Court Ruling and Its Implications – April 2025The British Association of Prosthetists and Orthotists (BAPO) recognises the significance of the recent Supreme Court ruling regarding the interpretation of “woman” and “sex” within the Equality Act. We are committed to supporting our members and service users through these developments while upholding our core values of inclusivity, professionalism, and compassion. Overview of the Ruling The Supreme Court has clarified… Read more: British Association of Prosthetists and Orthotists (BAPO) Statement on the Supreme Court Ruling and Its Implications – April 2025
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- Chief Allied Health Professions Officer Awards 2025The 2025 CAHPO Awards nomination period will open on Thursday 1 May and close on Sunday 1 June. The Chief Allied Health Professions Officer (CAHPO) Awards is a unique opportunity for AHPs to receive recognition for their personal contributions towards delivery of exceptional care for patients. The awards also promote adoption and scale of good practice through celebrating and sharing success. The… Read more: Chief Allied Health Professions Officer Awards 2025
- Paediatric Gait Analysis and Orthotic Management CoursePaediatric Gait Analysis and Orthotic Management Course
- Job Advert – Opcare – Clinical Lead Orthotist, Derby & DerbyshireClick here to view job advert
- Job Advert – The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust – Senior Orthotist – WolverhamptonClick here to view job advert
- Job Advert – Steeper – Senior Orthotist – East SurreyClick here to view job advert
- Job Advert – NHS Grampian – Orthotist – AberdeenClick here to view job advert
- Advances in clinical trials involving prosthetics therapies
Details This talk will focus on clinical trials involving prosthetics therapies in the UK. Following a successful NIHR-funded feasibility trial (delivered in 2018-2020) that investigated the acceptability of a self-aligning hydraulic ankle-foot to transtibial amputee patients categorised as K2-level users (limited community mobility), the STEPFORWARD full-trial will begin in 2026. This 4-year definitive trial will evaluate the clinical and cost-effectiveness… Read more: Advances in clinical trials involving prosthetics therapies - Job Advert – Opcare – Orthotic Clinical Lead, CoventryClick here to view job advert