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NEW QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS
Question: I was wondering if anyone has heard from ABC on the Accreditation process. We got our paperwork in before the due date, they processed our payment, but here it is August and we are starting to get nervous. Has anyone had them in for a site visit yet??? Thank you!
Comment: The New Medicare DME Bond requirement can be met for $250 per year. Many are waiting until the last minute, so we are encouraging people to get the bond in place ASAP. For more information, contact Kristy at 1-800-296-7985 or kristy@businessquote.com.
PREVIOUS QUESTIONS WITH RESPONSES
Question: I’d be grateful for advice. I have a non-surgical footcare practice in South Africa and have a client with very narrow feet. Her foot size, US, is 9 AA, and she is unable to purchase shoes that size in this country. She is a mountain hiker and her toe nails are showing signs of damage due, in my opinion, to wearing incorrect footwear. She currently wraps her toes in sheep wool when hiking for extra protection. Do you know of any company that would send her mail order hiking shoes or boots, or can you suggest any options I may pass on to her?
- Fremont, CA 94538, goodfit@thebootworks.net
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Response: John, you are correct; there is no
such thing as free. If there is no asterisk which explains co-payments,
deductibles, etc. and this company is waiving those, there may be
something unethical and/or illegal going on.
For DME this
type of infraction can be reported (anonymously if you wish) to a number
of agencies:
1) National
Supplier Clearinghouse
2) The DME MAC in which this is occuring 3) The Program Safeguard Contractor in your area 4) The Office of Inspector General (OIG) 5) Long Term Health Care Office of CMS For non DME
issues there is a similar process.
- Dr. Paul
Kesselman
Response: Having had some recent contact
with a representative of PalmettoGBA regarding Ohio compliance issues, I
turned the tables and asked that source for input in this regard.
Here is the response I received. Since the links supplied seem to
have been somewhat disabled/de-linked through email handling, I have
re-directed through the tool at TinyURL.com.
Hope this helps: The following is a link concerning reporting abuses to NSC Supplier Audit & Compliance Unit - http://tinyurl.com/ley7c6 Just follow the instructions list on this page. The following link to report the suspected abuses to Jurisdiction B, who handles the paying of DME claims in your states. http://tinyurl.com/lb7769 - Mark B. Levy, Board Director, State Board of Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics, Columbus, OH Question: For the past fifty plus years, PFA has been the voice of and home for pedorthists. What role do you think is most important for PFA to perform going forward, short term and long term? - Robert
Schwartz, C. Ped., Eneslow Pedorthic Enterprises
Response
in PNW issue #324: Lobby on our behalf.
- George Richards, C. Ped., Bach Relief and
Comfort Store Response
in PNW issue #324: I really wonder what the PFA is doing for us
pedorthists; we are being pushed around and around from every single state
and federal department. They are cutting our legs off, preventing us
from earning our worth of work hours and threatening our survival. So
I really wonder when the merry-go-round will stop. What is real
the role of the PFA, how they are helping us? So far I do
not think for a second that they are doing anything more than the
certifying companies like ABC and BOC. If, God forbid, the
President's health care plan goes through, we can probably close up our
facilities and bury our future plans. Someone really needs
to wake up and shake up the govenment, and explain to them
that we are not here for fun!??! - Sammy T., C. Ped. New Response: Cheers to Mr. Schwartz
for repeating the question PFA asks of itself regularly short term, in
addition to long term strategic planning to insure they are on track with
the wishes of the membership.
Cheers to Mr. Richards for becoming a C. Ped. and realizing that PFA’s lobby efforts have certainly helped all C. Peds, but it’s only one aspect of PFA’s responsibilities to the membership. (Even though I think it’s an oxymoron to sell chairs in a Back Relief store and diabetic shoes under the TSD.) Jeers to Mr. Sammy T. [regarding a response in a previous issue] for not bothering to read PFA’s ongoing responses to this same question or PFA’s latest response a month ago in Pedorthic Newswire, Current Pedorthics, Online Pedorthics or on the PFA website. Jeers for not busting ABC’s chops and a serious lackluster performance of lobbying on our behalf. Cheers to Mr. T. and Mr. Richards for volunteering their time and additional funding to help PFA in their efforts to make this a better world for all pedorthists. Just leave your information at brian@pedorthics.org and send your lobbying contributions to: Pedorthic Footwear Association 2025 M St., NW, Suite800,Washington, DC 20036. - Shane Hayes, C. Ped. ANNOUNCEMENTS
MESA Fall Conference
2009, August 26-28, 2009
MESA's Fall Conference is an
education/training event for the HME/DME industry, offering optional
sessions as a Billing Boot Camp, a Driver/Delivery Tech Certification
Program, a CIGNA Workshop, a Legislative/Regulatory Update, and a
Conference-within-a-Conference for Certified Pedorthists (C. Peds) along
with general sessions on a variety of timely such topics as Optimizing
Warehouse Space (Lean), Changes to HIPAA In the Stimulus Bill,
Qualifications for Successful Equipment/Service Delivery Personnel and
more. There is also an Exhibit and Reception on Thursday
evening,capped off with more general sessions and a panel with NSC, CMS
and the CBIC on Friday morning.
MESA members register at discounted rates, but any HME/DME provider or vendor to the industry is welcome to attend. The Conference will take place
at the Crowne Plaza Dallas, Near the Galleria (Addison, TX). Contact MESA
Headquarters: 800-722-2310; mesa@mesanet.org.
Masterfit
University Expands Offerings for Pedorthists Seeking Continuing Education
Credits
Masterfit University, the snowsports industry’s
official fit education centers, has expanded its focus on hiking boots and
trail running shoes and its Backcountry Connection course now includes a
separate track for hiking boots and trail shoe specialists. There is also
a track for specialists in Alpine touring and Telemark ski
boots.
Masterfit U’s Masters, Masters—Backcountry Connection
and Masters Plus courses individually qualify for continuing education
credits from both the American Board for Certification in Orthotics
Prosthetics & Pedorthics (ABCOP, 14 credits) and the Board for
Orthotist/Prosthetist Certification (BOC, 14.08 credits).
The Master’s Course is an intensive two-day session
for pedorthists and experienced boot fit technicians packed with practical
information. Students learn everything from biomechanical analysis
techniques that let them better match skiers and snowboarders to the right
boots to advanced modification and stance balancing strategies and footbed
construction techniques. The course provides extensive experiential
learning sessions in seminar-style workshops with top industry pros.
Backcountry Connection is a two-day program that
parallels MFU’s core Master’s Course curriculum and teaches the techniques
necessary for fitting and modifying Alpine Touring, Telemark and hiking
boots as well as trail shoes for both comfort and performance.
The Masters Plus (“Dark Arts”) Course, is a two-day
“doctorate” in boot fitting. The advanced curriculum is designed for
prior attendees who are already near the pinnacle of experience and
knowledge and want an immersion experience to study more complex
modification techniques and strategies. (Master’s Plus is held only at
Stratton, Breckenridge and Reno locations and is open only to Masters
Course graduates.)
“Most MFU trainers (including founder Jeff Rich,
Backcountry Connection curriculum developer Bob Egeland and curriculum
director Mark Elling) are ABC Certified Pedorthists and have extensive
experience in fitting and adapting active sports
footwear.
Masterfit University's content has been recognized by
several national professional certification organizations. All Master's
Course versions including The Backcountry Connection qualify for
continuing education credits from:
· The
American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics &
Pedorthics (14 CEPs)
·
Board for Orthotist/Prosthetist Certification (14.08
CPEs)
·
Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (13.25 CEUs)
·
Professional Ski Instructors of America-East (Update credit)
2009 MASTERFIT UNIVERSITY
SCHEDULE
Camelback, PA Oct. 1-2
Stratton Mtn., VT Oct. 5-6
Breckenridge, CO Nov. 5-6
Reno, NV Nov. 10-11 Backcountry Connection and Masters Plus not available
at Camelback, PA
For more information on all Masterfit University courses or to register, visit www.masterfituniversity.com or contact: (914) 944-9038, info@masterfitinc.com On Twitter? Follow @PedorthicNews
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Watch This! Meet the Man Who Can Make Your Most Painful Stilettos Feel As Comfy As Sneakers
To get your week started off on the right foot, I've got an I-can't-believe-it fashion story to share with you. I first heard about pedorthist , Bob Schwartz, a few weeks ago, when a juicy rumor came my way that there was a "shoe doctor" who performs "surgery," transforming sky-high uncomfortable heels into super-comfy, slipper-like shoes--all without scarring or screwing up your shoe. Sounds too good to be true, right?
That's what I thought too. Full Text and Video Link
Source: Glamour.com
Saving Limbs by Healing Chronic Diabetic Foot and Leg Wounds
by Dennis McGrath
A 43-year-old Iraq war veteran with diabetes is living in Texas with his wife and four young children when he is told that he must prepare for the amputation of one of his legs. The spreading, non-healing wounds and their complications make the amputation necessary to save not just his limb, but his life, his doctors tell him. But he refuses to proceed with the amputation surgery.
Instead, he searches the Web until he finds a research study on limb preservation and wound healing advances. The study is led by a former military doctor now at Boston Medical Center, a podiatrist and podiatric surgeon by the name of Dr. Vicki Driver. The man gets in his truck and drives 1,500 miles to see her. She agrees to work with him, enlisting the help of a team of vascular, cardiac, and other specialists, and in the end, she saves his leg. Later, when he develops wound ulcers in the other leg, she and her team of specialists manage to heal and save that one, too. Full Text
Source: DiabetesHealth.com
Numb, Tingly Toes Sign of Peripheral Neuropathy
Question: Would you give me some information on peripheral neuropathy? I have seen a heart doctor, a nerve doctor, a family doctor, a foot doctor and a chiropractor, and I’m still confused about what it is. I’m a 78-year-old, active male.
Answer: If you have been diagnosed with peripheral neuropathy, you likely went to the doctor complaining of numbness, tingling or burning sensations in your feet and/or hands. These symptoms define peripheral neuropathy. The term refers to nerve damage along the periphery of your body, that is, in your hands and feet.
Your nervous system is like a vast network of telephone wires, sending messages to your brain and spine. The signals sent via your nerves are interpreted by your brain: for example, that your feet are cold or that you’ve just burned your hand. If the peripheral nerves are damaged, however, the signals get crossed and messages get jumbled. This explains the numbness, tingling or burning.
It’s easy to be confused by peripheral neuropathy. There are more than 100 different kinds of peripheral neuropathy, with various causes, severities and symptoms. Full Text
Source: The Lincoln Journal
BECOMING A CERTIFIED PEDORTHIST
Join A Growing Service Profession: Pedorthics
Pedorthics is a professional field covering the design, manufacture, modification and/or fit of footwear. Pedorthics encompasses shoes, orthoses and foot devices that prevent or alleviate foot problems caused by disease, overuse, injury or congenital defect. Certified Pedorthists work with patients and their footwear to conform to a doctor's footwear prescription as part of the patient's treatment
To become a certified pedorthist, you must
take a pre-determined number of course hours in pedorthics and pass a certifying
examination overseen by either The American Board for Certification in
Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics® or Board for Orthotists/Prosthetists
Certification, Int’l. Both the ABC and BOC are independent certification
bodies that set standards for the profession and are recognized by the National
Commission for Certifying Agencies.
More information, including FAQ's
Board of Certification/Accreditation International
For information on the Canadian certifying
organization:
The
Pedorthic Association of Canada
UPCOMING COURSES AND EVENTS
BECOME A CERTIFIED PEDORTHIST
ONGOING COURSES AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
The Robert M. Palmer M.D.,Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide pedorthic education for the retail, clinical or biomechanical knowledge seeking pedorthist. Course dates for Levels 1-3 in a variety of locations in the United States, Hong Kong, Mainland China and Korea are available. Click here to view a detailed calendar including dates and locations, information and pricing.
Traveling Courses To Your Area sponsored by The Robert M. Palmer, M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics, Inc. a not-for-profit pedorthic school. Please contact us to discuss your needs at phone: 765-557-7216. Email: pam@pedorthicbiomechanics.org or visit our Web site at: http://www.pedorthicbiomechanics.org/.
CFS Allied Health
Education: Pedorthic Certification: Exam Review
This review is focused on supplying the student with
the skills and knowledge needed to pass the ABC Certified Pedorthic exam by
presenting exam-like questions, exploring possible answers, and discussing
rationales for correct and incorrect answers. Contact CFS Allied Health
Education at (918) 266-3678 or visit http://www.learnpedorthics.com/ for more information.
*ABC and The American Board for Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics are registered trademarks of the The American Board for Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics, Inc., which is not affiliated with CFS Allied Health Education and does not endorse this review.
Oklahoma State University has uniquely designed courses to provide pedorthic education for the retail, clinical or biomechanical oriented individual. Your next course option is to begin by enrolling in our Level 1 Online Program! Then you are required to attend a Level Two: Hands-On program. Once you have successfully completed these courses, you may enroll in our Level 3 Online Program! Contact Information: Jerry Wilson 918-293-5330 or Andrea Autaubo 918-293-5330 or visit our website http://www.osu-okmulgee.edu/ Click here for course listings.
For more information on the Scholl College pedorthic pre-certification course: Contact the Special Programs Office at 847-578-8410, email Ellie.Wydeven@rosalindfranklin.edu or click on www.rosalindfranklin.edu/scpm/ce/.
The National Shoe Retailers Association is pleased to bring training and CEs directly to you, without the additional cost of travel, food, lodging, registration fees or lost work time. Our affordable WISER Sales Training DVD makes in-house training easy and there’s now an online exam for Continuing Education credits from ABC and BOC.
WISER Sales
Training
provides quality training for new sales associates and re-motivates experienced
sales staff. The DVD format makes it easy for employees to train at times
convenient for them, and for employers to offer quality training without hiring
outside trainers or taking the most experienced staff off the sales floor.
ABC’s Category 1
CEUs for WISER Sales Training total 21.75 credits
(2.5 scientific, 19.25 business), good through year 2010. BOC’s credit total is 20.34
(6.42 CPE Category 1, 13.92 Category 2).
Pricing for the program is as follows:
DVD,
workbook and guide for trainers Members: $295 (Non-Members $395)
Additional Handbooks: $10 each
Online Test Members: $100 (Non-Members: $200)
For
more information or to order, click http://www.nsra.org/wiser_intro.php?ad=pn
or call or email Kim Surasky at 1-800-673-8446, ext. 318, kims@nsra.org.
Those who wish to improve their pedorthic, sales, retailing, biomechanics and business skills.
Those who need a refresher course; prepare for the Certified Fitter of Therapeutic Shoes or the
Pedorthic Pre-Certification Course and Exam.
SUBJECTS: PEDORTHICS - SALES -RETAIL MANAGEMENT
Pedorthic Assessment - Pedorthic Shoe Fitting - Pedorthic Solutions Footwear - Foot Orthotics
Foot Products - Ready-made - Custom Shoe Constructions and Designs
Shoe Modifications - Casting and Evaluation Techniques for Custom Shoes & Orthotics - Business and Practice Management Finance & Administration
Forecasting & Budgeting - Buying & Inventory Control Marketing & Advertising Professional Responsibility - Safety - Human Resources Biomechanics Pediatrics
Pathology of Diseases and Malalignments
HANDS-ON 1-ON-1 INSTRUCTION
$150/ hour for individual training
GROUP TRAINING
$125/hour per person for two or more participants in the same program at the same time
$100/hour per person for five or more participants in the same program at the same time
Fee: Two hour minimum
$250/hour for individual training &
$200/hour per person for group training
Added Value: An insider’s look into the retail, pedorthic, sales, store operations, and business management of Eneslow.
ABC and BOC points may be applied for.
Pro-Learn, LLC announces its new CAPE approved Pedorthic Pre-certification program
Pro-Learn’s program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Pedorthic Education (CAPE) to provide Levels 1, 2 and 3 of pedorthic pre-certification coursework required by ABC and BOC to become eligible to apply and sit for board examination. ProLearn utilizes the latest technology in Distance Learning and Virtual Classrooms. This is the same Distance Learning Program technology model used by advanced O & P schools used to deliver their curriculum. This allows maximum flexibility in our programs that gives the student choices that fit their busy lifestyle, level of experience and learning style. Programs vary from three-week, live classes to completing the coursework completely online (Experienced, advanced degree holding healthcare professionals only). Our staff and faculty is composed of degree holding healthcare professionals who are Pedorthists, Nurses, O & P, Professional Pedorthic Educators and Physicians.
Please visit www.pro-learn.com or email cmartin@pro-learn.com for more information to assist you or your staff in making a decision on the right option for you, your business, your family, and your lifestyle.
SEPTEMBER 2009
The Robert M. Palmer M.D.,
Tuition includes Dormitory Housing and Transportation to and from the Indianapolis International Airport and the RMPI school. Note: limited availability and by confirmed reservation only.
OCTOBER 2009
The Robert M. Palmer M.D.,
Tuition includes Dormitory Housing and Transportation to and from the Indianapolis International Airport and the RMPI school. Note: limited availability and by confirmed reservation only.
2009 FOOT SOLUTIONS PEDORTHIC
PRE-CERTIFICATION COURSE INFORMATION
Foot Solutions
is an accredited facility that holds classes three times per year. The company's
course will offer the certificate needed in all three levels to sit for the C.
Ped. Exam. The facility is located at 2359 Windy Hill Road, Suite 400,
Marietta, GA 30067
October 30 1 Day Cram Session
For application and fee information, contact:
Tracy Strickland 1-866-338-2597 EXT: 206 tstrickland@footsolutions.com
Betty Hubauer 1-866-338-2597 EXT:
201 betty@footsolutions.com
Dr. William Faddock 1-866-338-2597 EXT:
209 bfaddock@footsolutions.com
NOVEMBER 2009
The Robert M. Palmer M.D.,
Tuition includes Dormitory Housing and Transportation to and from the Indianapolis International Airport and the RMPI school. Note: limited availability and by confirmed reservation only.
DECEMBER 2009
The Robert M. Palmer M.D.,
Tuition includes Dormitory Housing and Transportation to and from the Indianapolis International Airport and the RMPI school. Note: limited availability and by confirmed reservation only.
JANUARY 2010
The Robert M. Palmer M.D.,
Tuition includes Dormitory Housing and Transportation to and from the Indianapolis International Airport and the RMPI school. Note: limited availability and by confirmed reservation only.
BECOME AN ABC THERAPEUTIC SHOE FITTER OR A BOC FOOTWEAR SPECIALIST
For information on the Aetrex Worldwide Therapeutic Shoe Fitter Courses, please contact the Aetrex Marketing Department at: marketing@aetrex.com.
AUGUST 2009
Aetrex Therapeutic Shoe Fitter / Footwear Specialist Course: August 18 (Oakland, CA), $195.
Aetrex Therapeutic Shoe Fitter / Footwear Specialist
Course: August 20 (Portland, OR), $195.
SEPTEMBER 2009
Aetrex Therapeutic Shoe Fitter / Footwear Specialist Course: September 15 (Montgomery, AL), $195.
Aetrex Therapeutic Shoe Fitter / Footwear Specialist Course: September 17 (Louisville, KY), $195.
OCTOBER 2009
Aetrex Therapeutic Shoe Fitter / Footwear Specialist Course: October 6 (Cleveland, OH), $195.
Aetrex Therapeutic Shoe Fitter / Footwear Specialist Course: October 12 (Atlanta, GA), $195.
Aetrex Therapeutic Shoe Fitter / Footwear Specialist Course: October 22 (ALbuquerque, NM), $195.
NOVEMBER 2009
Aetrex Therapeutic Shoe Fitter / Footwear Specialist Course: November 3 (Spokane, WA), $195.
Aetrex Therapeutic Shoe Fitter / Footwear Specialist Course: November 5 (Pasadena, CA), $195.
Aetrex Therapeutic Shoe Fitter / Footwear Specialist Course: November 9 (Oakland, CA), $195.
DECEMBER 2009
Aetrex Therapeutic Shoe Fitter / Footwear Specialist Course: December 8 (Teaneck, NJ), $195.
CFS Allied Health Education is pleased to announce their new ABC Approved Therapeutic Shoe Educational Course. An ABC certified fitter of Therapeutic shoes is an individual trained and qualified in the provision of non-custom therapeutic shoes and non-custom diabetic multi-density inserts. This two-day course fulfills the educational requirements needed to apply for the ABC Certified Fitter of Therapeutic Shoes credential. To learn more, please visit CFS Allied Health Education's website at http://www.learnpedorthics.com/ for course dates or call (918) 266-3678.
OTHER COURSES
ENESLOW PEDORTHIC INSTITUTE 1-on-1 or Group Tutoring Available; Eneslow Training & Tutoring Program, Individual and Small Group Program
WHO SHOULD COME:
Those who wish to improve their pedorthic, sales,
retailing, biomechanics and business skills.
Those who
need a refresher course; prepare for the Certified Fitter of Therapeutic Shoes
or the
Pedorthic Pre-Certification Course and Exam.
SUBJECTS: PEDORTHICS - SALES
-RETAIL MANAGEMENT
Pedorthic Assessment - Pedorthic Shoe
Fitting - Pedorthic Solutions Footwear - Foot Orthotics
Foot Products - Ready-made - Custom Shoe Constructions and
Designs
Shoe Modifications - Casting and Evaluation
Techniques for Custom Shoes & Orthotics - Business and Practice Management
Finance & Administration
Forecasting &
Budgeting - Buying & Inventory Control Marketing & Advertising
Professional Responsibility - Safety - Human Resources Biomechanics
Pediatrics
Pathology of Diseases and Malalignments
HANDS-ON 1-ON-1 INSTRUCTION
$150/ hour for individual training
GROUP TRAINING
$125/hour per person for two or more participants in the
same program at the same time
$100/hour per person for
five or more participants in the same program at the same time
Fee: Two hour minimum
HANDS-ON 1-ON-1 TRAINING WITH ROBERT S.
SCHWARTZ, CPED, OR DR. JUSTIN WERNICK, DPM, CPED
$250/hour for individual training &
$200/hour per person for group training
Added Value: An insider’s look into the retail, pedorthic,
sales, store operations, and business management of Eneslow.
ABC and BOC points may be applied for.
ENESLOW PEDORTHIC INSTITUTE, 470 Park Avenue
South at 32nd Street, New York, NY 10016
Call for more info (212) 477-2300 (Ask for Sarah Goldberg,
CPED) (212) 353-2876 Fax
email: epi@eneslow.com or visit http://eneslow.com/epi
INTERNSHIPS
Internship Course with The Robert M. Palmer, M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics:
Pedorthic Clinical or Manufacturing Internships
Available. Daily, Weekly or Extended Internship Courses Available. Experience
clinical settings in Orthopaedic, Podiatric, Chiropractic and Physical Therapy
Clinics as well as experience in a BAPFOL approved functional foot orthosis
laboratory. We specialize in diabetic wound care as well as pediatric and adult
biomechanics. Your internship hours can earn you an Associates Degree In
Pedorthic Biomechanics or be used as continuing medical education hours. Please
contact Pam Haig at 765-557-7216 or pam@pedorthicbiomechanics.org.
Comfort Shoe Specialists, state of the art retail pedorthic facility, offers internships for on the job training requirements in beautiful St. Louis. Room is available as an option. Call Edith James, Certified Pedorthist, at 314-822-3300 -- or email Edith@ComfortShoe.com
Seeking to Hire: Since our company's founding in 1923, Yale Surgical Company has been dedicated to meeting the Orthotic, Prosthetic and Pedorthic needs of Connecticut. We are beginning a new family generation of practitioners and are eager to meet the continuing need in our area. We currently have multiple opportunities for C. Ped., CO, CP, CPO and Orthotic/Prosthetic Techs in our New Haven office. We would love to speak with you to discuss your goals and future plans. Please feel free to look at our website, http://www.yalesurgical.com/ and email your resume to info@yalesurgical.com at your earliest convenience. Comp. salary, 401k ect. - Edward N. Kaufman Ongoing
For Sale: Amfit Orthodic Insole Fabrication System with Footfax SL Contact digitizer Machine
Laptop, rolling bag, small inventory of shoes, insoles, all cords, parts and hardware Asking $15k. OBO! Please contact Jeff at Jhunt@psbank.net for further information, pictures. 6/17
concentration in Pedorthics. Salary $38,117 - $49,553 Annual , plus benefits.For further info. and resume portal: www-opm.gov This position will be listed as a Orthotist GS-07. Indirect contact - Mr. Spell: 254-287-0916. 5/20
MESA members register at discounted rates, but any HME/DME provider or vendor to the industry is welcome to attend.
SEPTEMBER 2009
The Robert M. Palmer M.D.,
Tuition includes Dormitory Housing and Transportation to and from the Indianapolis International Airport and the RMPI school. Note: limited availability and by confirmed reservation only.
American
Orthotic and Prosthetic Association (AOPA) National
Assembly, September 20-23; Seattle. Washington State Convention & Trade
Center. Four days of education, exhibits and networking. Contact Kelly O’Neill,
571/431-0852, or koneill@AOPAnet.org. Visit
http://www.AOPAnet.org/ for details.
OCTOBER 2009
Camelback, PA Oct. 1-2, www.masterfituniversity.com, (914) 944-9038 Masterfit University’s Biomechanics and Lab Techniques of Fixed-Foot Sports (“The Master’s Course”) Is an intensive two-day session for pedorthists and other professionals packed with practical information on fitting and modifying ski and snowboard boots. Covers everything from biomechanical analysis techniques to advanced modification and stance balancing strategies and custom insole construction techniques. Attendees use state-of-the-art equipment in travelling boot labs and have their choice of topic-targeted, hands-on breakout sessions.
Masterfit University’s Advanced Biomechanics and Lab Techniques of Fixed-Foot Sports (“Masters Plus—The Dark Arts”), is a two-day “doctorate” in ski and snowboard boot fitting. The advanced curriculum is designed for prior attendees who are already near the pinnacle of experience and knowledge and want an immersion experience to study more complex modification techniques and strategies.
Both courses qualify for continuing education credits from both the American Board for Certification in Orthotics Prosthetics & Pedorthics (ABCOP, 14 credits) and the Board for Orthotist/Prosthetist Certification (BOC, 14.08 credits).
Stratton Mountain, VT Oct. 5-6 www.masterfituniversity.com (914) 944-9038 Masterfit University’s Biomechanics and Lab Techniques of Fixed-Foot Sports (“The Master’s Course”) Is an intensive two-day session for pedorthists and other professionals packed with practical information on fitting and modifying ski and snowboard boots. Covers everything from biomechanical analysis techniques to advanced modification and stance balancing strategies and custom insole construction techniques. Attendees use state-of-the-art equipment in travelling boot labs and have their choice of topic-targeted, hands-on breakout sessions. Backcountry Connection is a parallel track to the Master’s Course curriculum but focuses on the techniques necessary for fitting and modifying Alpine Touring, Telemark, hiking and mountaineering boots as well as trail shoes.
Masterfit University’s Advanced Biomechanics and Lab Techniques of Fixed-Foot Sports (“Masters Plus—The Dark Arts”), is a two-day “doctorate” in ski and snowboard boot fitting. The advanced curriculum is designed for prior attendees who are already near the pinnacle of experience and knowledge and want an immersion experience to study more complex modification techniques and strategies.
Both courses qualify for continuing education credits from both the American Board for Certification in Orthotics Prosthetics & Pedorthics (ABCOP, 14 credits) and the Board for Orthotist/Prosthetist Certification (BOC, 14.08 credits).
The Robert M. Palmer M.D.,
Tuition includes Dormitory Housing and Transportation to and from the Indianapolis International Airport and the RMPI school. Note: limited availability and by confirmed reservation only.
2009 FOOT SOLUTIONS PEDORTHIC
PRE-CERTIFICATION COURSE INFORMATION
Foot Solutions
is an accredited facility that holds classes three times per year. The company's
course will offer the certificate needed in all three levels to sit for the C.
Ped. Exam. The facility is located at 2359 Windy Hill Road, Suite 400,
Marietta, GA 30067
October 30 1 Day Cram Session
For application and fee information, contact:
Tracy Strickland 1-866-338-2597 EXT: 206 tstrickland@footsolutions.com
Betty Hubauer 1-866-338-2597 EXT:
201 betty@footsolutions.com
Dr. William Faddock 1-866-338-2597 EXT:
209 bfaddock@footsolutions.com
NOVEMBER 2009
Breckenridge, CO Nov. 5-6, www.masterfituniversity.com, (914) 944-9038, Masterfit University’s Biomechanics and Lab Techniques of Fixed-Foot Sports (“The Master’s Course”) Is an intensive two-day session for pedorthists and other professionals packed with practical information on fitting and modifying ski and snowboard boots. Covers everything from biomechanical analysis techniques to advanced modification and stance balancing strategies and custom insole construction techniques. Attendees use state-of-the-art equipment in travelling boot labs and have their choice of topic-targeted, hands-on breakout sessions. Backcountry Connection is a parallel track to the Master’s Course curriculum but focuses on the techniques necessary for fitting and modifying Alpine Touring, Telemark, hiking and mountaineering boots as well as trail shoes.
Masterfit University’s Advanced Biomechanics and Lab Techniques of Fixed-Foot Sports (“Masters Plus—The Dark Arts”), is a two-day “doctorate” in ski and snowboard boot fitting. The advanced curriculum is designed for prior attendees who are already near the pinnacle of experience and knowledge and want an immersion experience to study more complex modification techniques and strategies.
Both courses qualify for
continuing education credits from
both the American Board for Certification in Orthotics Prosthetics &
Pedorthics (ABCOP, 14 credits) and the Board for Orthotist/Prosthetist
Certification (BOC, 14.08 credits).
Reno, NV Nov. 10-11, www.masterfituniversity.com, (914) 944-9038, Masterfit University’s Biomechanics and Lab Techniques of Fixed-Foot Sports (“The Master’s Course”) Is an intensive two-day session for pedorthists and other professionals packed with practical information on fitting and modifying ski and snowboard boots. Covers everything from biomechanical analysis techniques to advanced modification and stance balancing strategies and custom insole construction techniques. Attendees use state-of-the-art equipment in travelling boot labs and have their choice of topic-targeted, hands-on breakout sessions. Backcountry Connection is a parallel track to the Master’s Course curriculum but focuses on the techniques necessary for fitting and modifying Alpine Touring, Telemark, hiking and mountaineering boots as well as trail shoes.
Masterfit University’s Advanced Biomechanics and Lab Techniques of Fixed-Foot Sports (“Masters Plus—The Dark Arts”), is a two-day “doctorate” in ski and snowboard boot fitting. The advanced curriculum is designed for prior attendees who are already near the pinnacle of experience and knowledge and want an immersion experience to study more complex modification techniques and strategies.
Both courses qualify for continuing education credits from both the American Board for Certification in Orthotics Prosthetics & Pedorthics (ABCOP, 14 credits) and the Board for Orthotist/Prosthetist Certification (BOC, 14.08 credits).
The Robert M. Palmer M.D.,
Tuition includes Dormitory Housing and Transportation to and from the Indianapolis International Airport and the RMPI school. Note: limited availability and by confirmed reservation only.
DECEMBER 2009
The Robert M. Palmer M.D.,
Tuition includes Dormitory Housing and Transportation to and from the Indianapolis International Airport and the RMPI school. Note: limited availability and by confirmed reservation only.
JANUARY 2010
The Robert M. Palmer M.D.,
Tuition includes Dormitory Housing and Transportation to and from the Indianapolis International Airport and the RMPI school. Note: limited availability and by confirmed reservation only.
The Robert M. Palmer M.D.,
Tuition includes Dormitory Housing and Transportation to and from the Indianapolis International Airport and the RMPI school. Note: limited availability and by confirmed reservation only.
Editor: Faye Rapoport DesPres, M.S.
| Robert Schwartz, C. Ped. | John Mishasek, BOC Pedorthist, C. Ped. | |
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| Edith James, C. Ped. | Rick E. Sevier BS Ed. C. Ped. BOC Ped. |
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