O&P Rising

In this episode, guest host Molly Winget, CO and prosthetic resident at Boston O&P, talks with Chelsey Anderson, Pediatrics Research Fellow at Cincinnati Children's Hospital, about the critical role of shared decision making in prosthetic and orthotic care. They explore the difference between simply offering choices and genuinely involving patients and families in the care process. The conversation also highlights the value of ...

In this episode, guest host Caitlin Peters, CPO, a board-certified prosthetist and orthotic resident at Shriners Hospital for Children in Greenville, SC, sits down with Shree Thaker, Director of Communications and Partnerships at the Amputee Coalition. Together, they explore the Coalition’s powerful evolution—from a grassroots peer support group to a national organization offering robust resources like virtual support groups, youth...

In this episode of O&P Rising, recorded live at the 51st Academy Annual Meeting & Scientific Symposium in Atlanta, host Abbey Senczyszyn, CPO, of Bremer Prosthetic Design, chats with Adrienne Hill, CPO, LPO, FAAOP, program director of Kennesaw State's O&P Master's Program. Together, they explore the vital role of mentorship, personal branding, and networking in shaping successful careers in the O&P profession. Adrie...

In this episode of O&P Rising, recorded live at the 51st Academy Annual Meeting & Scientific Symposium in Atlanta, host Kaleigh Neely, CPO, chats with Sheryl Sachs, CPO, of Dankmeyer Prosthetics & Orthotics. They explore the critical role of advocacy in the O&P profession, Sheryl’s journey into policy work, and why young professionals should get involved. The conversation also highlights the importance of research, ...

In this episode, guest host Denise Hull, CPO, a newly certified prosthetist/orthotist at Wheeler O&P, chats with Gerry Stark, PhD, CPO/L, FAAOP(D), director of clinical and technical operations for BionIT Labs and president-elect of the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists. With over 30 years in the field, Gerry shares invaluable insights on mentorship, professional development, and navigating a purposeful career in ...

In this episode, guest host Amani Weekes-Daniel, a board-eligible prosthetist/orthotist at Active Life in Los Angeles, sits down with Leigh Davis, MSPO, CPO, LPO, FAAOP(D), from Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, to explore the vital role of mentorship in the O&P profession. Together, they discuss how persistence, goal setting, and consistent communication can build meaningful and impactful mentor-protégé relationships, shaping ...

In this episode, Anna Cook, an orthotic and prosthetic resident at Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare in St. Paul, Minnesota, takes on hosting duties. She’s joined by Steve Fletcher, CPO, Director of Professional Credentialing for the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics, Inc., to discuss ABC's move to require dual certification for future practitioners. They delve into the historical de...

In this episode, Cassandra Delgado, CPO, an early career orthotist-prosthetist and Clinical Director at Prosthetic & Orthotic Associates in Middletown, NY, takes on hosting duties. She’s joined by Maggie Baumer, Leader of Enterprise Patient Advocacy at Hanger Clinic, and Dr. Chad Duncan, Orthotics and Prosthetics Program Director at Drexel University, for an engaging discussion on building a positive workplace culture. Together...

In this episode, we continue the conversation with Kaleigh Neely, CPO of the P&O Group, and Abbey Senczyszyn, CPO of Bremer Prosthetic Design, joined by Nate Kapa, CP and president of Bremer Prosthetic Design. Together, they explore the challenges O&P residents face and the support systems that are crucial to their success. Highlighting the residency period as a vital investment in both future clinicians and patient care, t...

In this episode, we continue the conversation between Kaleigh Neely, CPO, a certified orthotist-prosthetist at Geauga Rehabilitation Engineering and Abbey Senczyszyn, a certified orthotist prosthetist at Bremer Prosthetic Design. They discuss financial challenges faced by rising orthotists and prosthetists. The conversation emphasized the importance of advocating for better compensation and support systems to retain talent and impr...

In this episode, we hand over the hosting duties to Sophia Marinucci, MS, MSOP, an orthotics resident at Yanke Bionics. Sophia sits down with Kristin Carnahan CPO, FAAOP, and DeAnna Chapman, CPO, FAAOP, to discuss managing expectations in the O&P profession. They explore the importance of effective communication, setting realistic expectations, and maintaining strong professional relationships. The discussion also covers "level...

In this episode, we hand over the hosting duties to Kaleigh Neely, CPO, a certified orthotist-prosthetist at Geauga Rehabilitation Engineering. Kaleigh sits down with Abbey Senczyszyn, a certified orthotist prosthetist at Bremer Prosthetic Design, to discuss managing finances as rising professionals in the O&P field. They explore the financial challenges of pursuing a master's degree and residency, including the burden of stude...

In this episode, we hand over the hosting duties to Trey Cimorelli, an orthotist prosthetist at Next Step Bionics and Prosthetics. Trey sits down with Nathan Kapa, CPO, president of Bremer Prosthetic Design and vice president of the National Association for the Advancement of Orthotics and Prosthetics.  They dive into the world of state and federal advocacy, discussing how unified efforts can lead to improved patient care. Tune in ...

In this episode, recorded live at the 50th Academy Annual Meeting & Scientific Symposium in Chicago, we continue our conversation with Gloria Lee, MSPO, CPO, an instructor at Northwestern University Prosthetics Orthotics Center in Chicago and Adrienne Hill, CPO, LPO, FAAOP, program director of Kennesaw State's O&P Master's Program. They dive into the interview process, sharing tips for O&P professionals on how to prepar...

In this episode, recorded live at the 50th Academy Annual Meeting & Scientific Symposium in Chicago, we hand over the hosting duties to Gloria Lee, an instructor at Northwestern University Prosthetics Orthotics Center in Chicago. Gloria sits down with Adrienne Hill, CPO, LPO, FAAOP, program director of Kennesaw State's O&P Master's Program, for an insightful conversation on the art of resume and cover letter writing. Dive i...

In this episode, recorded live at the 50th Academy Annual Meeting & Scientific Symposium in Chicago, we hand over the hosting duties to Nicole Walker, MS, CPO, a doctoral candidate in Rehabilitation Science at the University of Minnesota, and a board certified research prosthetist orthotist in the Minneapolis Adaptive Design & Engineering (MADE) program at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Nicole sits down with Fanny S...

In episode 14, we hand over the hosting duties to Madison Ciccaglione, a board-eligible orthotist prosthetist in northern New Jersey. Join her as she engages in a lively conversation with Eric Watters, residency program coordinator & accreditation assistant at the National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education. Together, they explore the ins and outs of applying for residency, navigating the application and interview ...

In episode 12, we give the hosting reins to Glen Thompson, a newly certified prosthetist orthotist and regional development manager for Integrum. He chats with Cathy Carter, executive director of the American Board for Certification in orthotics, prosthetics and pedorthics, about ABC's 75th anniversary, its mission, its approach to determining patient care and organizational standards, and pivotal moments in the organization's hist...