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December 30, 2009, Issue #345
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DISCUSSION |
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Send your comments, questions, responses, articles or case studies to Pedorthic Newswire at editor@pedorthicnewswire.com. Your emails will be reviewed by pedorthists and the editors of Pedorthic Newswire, and selected submissions will be posted in an upcoming issue for feedback from other readers. Please note: the deadline for all submissions and responses is 12 noon Eastern Standard Time on Tuesday for that week's issue.
PEDORTHIC NEWSWIRE WISHES YOU A HAPPY, HEALTHY NEW
YEAR!
NEW QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS
Question: What experience have you had using OTC rocker
soled shoes for athletic activities?
- Robert S. Schwartz, C. Ped.
PREVIOUS
QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS WITH RESPONSES
Question: As an administrative director and instructor of a
Pedorthic Pre-Certification course, I have had some concerns regarding the
current hours requirement for pedorthic certification. While I agree that
pedorthists need experience, as a practical educational and employment-based
issue, I disagree with ABC and BOC's current time-line requirements. I would
propose that a prospective pedorthist be able to take a class, take a national
certification exam, and, at that point, be awarded an apprentice status,
similar to how the Canadian pedorthic board handles their certification. The
candidate would then be awarded full pedorthic certification only after
completing the required 1000 hours (which could possibly be started after the
class, but before sitting for the national exam). From an employer's point of
view, it would seem to make sense that a person would be hired with the
assurance that this person would be certified after a certain documented period
of time, instead of someone who may, for whatever reason, not be able to pass
the national certification exam, or not decide to sit for the national
certification exam. From an educator's standpoint, I deal with many
people who fear that they would not be able to remember details from a class
they took six months ago.
I pose this query to pedorthic educators and the
pedorthic community at large. What are your thoughts on the time-line for the
current requirements for pedorthic certification?
- Sarah Goldberg, C. Ped., The Eneslow Pedorthic
Institute
Response: I
would like to clarify that the comparison to the Pedorthic Association of
Canada's pedorthic certification program is misleading. The applicant for the
Canadian Certified Pedorthist exam must have a pedorthics, health science,
science or engineering degree plus 3,500 hours of clinical experience in a
pedorthic related field (1,500 of that must be on-site supervised work) before
they can sit for the exam. If an individual has a degree in kinesiology, they
are eligible to take a diploma course in pedorthics that consists of online
courses plus three on-site clinical practicums for a total of 1,350 hours of
clinical experience.
The
most important thing to understand in discussing this issue is that the 1,000-hour
requirement is a critical part of the education process for someone desiring to
enter our profession. A three week course does not give anyone the clinical
experience to understand the scope of practice, much less recognize those who
need care beyond your scope. By hiring a pedorthic exam candidate and
helping them complete their 1,000 hours of clinical experience, employers are
helping to ensure that only qualified, educated and clinically trained
individuals are entering our profession. An added bonus of helping to train
future pedorthists is the ability to hire those individuals who show great
promise during their clinical training.
As
an educator and passionate advocate for the pedorthics profession, I would hate
to see us lessen our standards and requirements in any way. We require
only the bare minimum in education and clinical experience as it is; we should
be striving to elevate our profession and bring better educated, better trained
and more qualified individuals into pedorthics, not lower the standards and
risk providing inadequate and potentially harmful patient care.
- Dennis Janisse, C. Ped., National Pedorthic
Services
Comment: The recent
negative postings in the Pedorthic Newswire by a small number of pedorthists
only accomplishes exactly what the insurance companies want...divide and Conquer.
Posting negative comments on this website fuels the flames of prejudice and
ignores the educational backgrounds of many talented professionals. It does
nothing positive neither for the other pedorthists who read this List serve nor
for your profession. It diminishes what others of your profession have
accomplished over the last few years. The previous comments are also inaccurate
and out of touch with reality. They serve only to point out those pedorthists'
extremely prejudicial and myopic viewpoints.
For
a more positive spin:
As
a practicing podiatrist, I have had the joy of working for the last 28+ years
with many local pedorthists and orthotists who are true professionals. The same is true for my work with many
orthopedic, plastic and vascular surgeons. Each of us works together putting
the patient first and our own personal accomplishments second. This has
resulted in tremendous growth for all of us, with each of us now better
equipped to handle those patients we choose to treat on our own. The spirit of
cooperation has spilled over into most podiatrists being accepted into "main
stream" medicine like never before. I might suggest the previous commentators
take a similar approach for the betterment of their own professional growth.
Read the rest of this comment here.
-
Paul Kesselman, DPM
Response: "The test of
democracy is freedom of criticism" ~David Ben-Gurion
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Rick E. Sevier - BOCO C. Ped. BOC Ped. L. Ped RPOA
Comment: I have been in the
field of Pedorthics since 1991 and have been Board Certified since 1993. After
the last PFA Symposium I refer to myself as a BORED Certified Pedorthist.
The content of the symposium was disappointing to say the least. In my opinion,
this has been the case for more than the past decade. Seriously, how many ways
can you use a foam crush box, make a diabetic insole or grind a rocker sole?
How can a presenter propose that they are an "expert" in biomechanics or that
they have developed a new orthotic that is biomechanically superior, and in the
same sentence say that a foam impression box was used? Fore foot to rear
foot relationships, first and lesser ray mal-alignments and fore foot equinus
are obliterated when using a foam box! It also seems that to be a presenter you
have to be part of the 'Good Old Boys Network.' They are the same presenters
year after year after year after year.
I
personally know of people whose presentations were turned down and their
educational course is two days long, which is worth as many continuing
education points as the entire symposium!
I
propose this to the PFA: Read full comment here.
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Aaron Anderson, C. Ped., BORED Certified Pedorthist
Response: I've been certified since 2000, and I've attended 8 of the 9 symposia
since my certification, presenting 3 times.
I was compelled to speak first in 2001 based on the rocker sole study
results that are groundbreaking for our field.
I've spoken in 2004 with Dane LaFontsee, and spoke at the most recent,
presenting an overview of Lisfranc injuries.
The goal with my talk was to try and explore an injury that isn't
often discussed, and pull off of my background, which is working in an
orthopedic clinic side-by-side with the surgeon, and giving pedorthists
perspective on what the doctors face as well as what we do. Having been to many talks, various topics
will inevitably be presented, and I have been, at times, wondering why I was
there in that particular talk not learning anything new. So I sympathize, and I heard people grumbling
in the exhibit hall regarding the same thing.
That being said, I agree with Dr. Kesselman: this newswire can at
times be a springboard for negativity.
It's very easy to be negative, and even easier to not put one's name
down at the end of one's comments. But
from what I know, PFA will look at new presenters, newer topics, etc. And criticism can be more constructive,
especially when you are evaluating your presenters, because they do read those
(I've gotten copies of the comments). And in defense of the "Good Old Boys,"
you're talking about past presidents of PFA, Seymour Lefton winners, COPE
members, PFA board members, and PFA Medical Advisors, just to mention a
few. I figure if they're talking, then
what they have to talk about is valid.
FYI: I plan on submitting an abstract re-presenting the rocker research
to a very international audience in Orlando: attendance is optional.
-David Castellanos, Proud C. Ped., NPS, Madison, WI
Question: I just hired a young woman who is
showing tremendous potential. I intend to send her to C. Ped.
school so that we'll have another licensed practitioner on staff. However,
there is one issue I need help with. She does a great job in the lab
pouring and finishing plaster foot models, but she is having difficulty cutting
the heavy material we use for making accommodative inserts. Is anyone aware
of electrical shears that are heavy duty enough to cut high density
material? We tried a pair from Lowe's, but they just didn't "cut
it," if you'll pardon the pun. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
- Wade Nield, C, Ped., L.Ped., Feet 1st Shoes,
Inc., Jacksonville, FL
Previous Response: Not supporting a
specific brand here, but a Landis 5 in 1 is a great tool that I've used for
years. It can skive, cut and trim material thicker than 6mm depending on
durometer. I assumed all pedorthic training facilities had these? I would
encourage you to contact the school you attended and demand that they purchase
a few.
- Brian Graham, C. Ped.
New Response: Thanks Brian -
great idea (regarding your response in the last issue); we do have a
Five-In-One in our school and I completely forgot how useful it can be
especially for those who do not desire to use a bandsaw or box cutter. Although
it too has it's risks of injury but with safety features intact it is a safe
tool and easy to use.
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Pam Haig, RMPI
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HEALTH AND INDUSTRY
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EU
Prolongs Duties on Chinese, Vietnamese Footwear
The European Union on Tuesday
extended punitive taxes on imports of Chinese and Vietnamese shoes. Ministers
from the 27 EU nations "today adopted a regulation extending, by a further
period of 15 months, the anti-dumping duty on imports into the EU of footwear
with leather uppers originating in China and Vietnam," a statement from
the bloc's presidency said. The move is designed to help southern EU producers
compete against lower-cost footwear imported by companies such as Nike Inc.,
Puma and Adidas.
The extension of the duties on leather shoes is a compromise because a U.K.-led
group of northern European nations opposed re-imposing the levies for the usual
five-year period, according to Bloomberg. Full
Text
Source:
SportsOneSource Footwear Business Update
Alexandre
Birman Honored With Footwear News' Vivian Infantino Emerging Talent Award
Alexandre Birman has been awarded
the Vivian Infantino Emerging Talent Award at the Footwear News Achievement
Awards, held at the Four Seasons Restaurant in New York City in December.
Referred to as the "Oscars of the shoe industry," the best and the
brightest of the shoe world were in attendance, unsurprisingly strutting their
stuff in the world's most beautiful shoes.
"I have worked with shoes all
my life," said the Brazilian designer and recipient of the Vivian
Infantino Emerging Talent Award who came of age in his family's factories and
only debuted in the U.S. for Spring 2008. "But I am a little bit nervous,
because now I have to live up to this award!" Birman delivered a heartfelt
speech describing his childhood and acknowledged the honor of receiving the
award, sharing his gratitude and appreciation for the warm welcome he has
received throughout the year by the United States media and consumer markets. Full
Text
Source:
PRNewswire
Readers'
Choice: Top Trends of 2009
Footwear News Readers picked the
styles that worked - and the ones that didn't.
Hits:
Gladiators
Rocker-bottom shoes
Over-the-knee boots
Boat shoes
High wedges
Misses:
Neutral colors
Fringe & Tassels
Military-inspired sneakers
Men's metallics
Full Text and Slide Show here:
American
Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society Offers Advice for Treatment of Heel Pain
Holiday shopping and holiday
feasting may make you a prime candidate for a case of plantar fasciitis.
Prolonged walking or standing and an increase in body weight are two leading
causes of plantar fasciitis, a painful overuse injury affecting the sole of the
foot, warns the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS).
According to the AOFAS, plantar
fasciitis typically starts gradually with mild heel pain. The pain classically
occurs with the first step in the morning. Treatment options include stretching
exercises, and modifying activities until the initial inflammation goes away.
Ice application to the sore area for 20 minutes three or four times a day may
also relieve symptoms. Your orthopaedic surgeon may also prescribe a
non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication. But your best course of action is a
routine of home exercises to stretch the Achilles tendon and plantar fascia. Full Text
Source: Marketwire
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DIABETES
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Diabetic
Shoes Bring Comfort, Save Lives
By John Sweeney
Would you believe it if someone told
you a pair of shoes could actually save a person from having a limb
amputated? According to Auburn Collins,
a representative with The National Diabetic Center, in some cases that is all
it takes.
"If all the people who needed
diabetic shoes had them," he said. "Then 80 percent of all amputations would
not take place in the United States... that's a powerful statistic."
What would you say if many people on Medicare and Medicaid were entitled to a
pair of diabetic shoes absolutely free? They are.
Collins, along with fellow
representative Bobby Singletary, travel around the Grand Strand and Pee Dee
measuring and ordering diabetic shoes for those who qualify. Last week the two
were in Hemingway, meeting with area residents at Williamsburg Apartments on
Baxley Road.
Many who have Medicare, Medicaid or
other insurance programs are entitled to one free pair of diabetic shoes a
year, but most don't take advantage of that, Collins said. Full
Text
Source:
SCnow.com
A
Doctor's Word--Prevent Diabetes with Diet and Exercise
By Erin Marcus, M.D.
By all accounts, Frances Vasquez
ought to be a diabetic. Raised on a diet of fried steak, fried pork chops and
lots of rice, her father, mother, and two sisters suffered from the disease. At
age 47, Frances was overweight and already experiencing high blood sugar.
But over the past 11 years, Frances has been able to avoid diabetes, and her
sugars are now normal. By participating in a ground-breaking, government-funded
study, she learned how to make exercise and a healthy diet an integral part of
her life - and avoid the insulin injections and heart and kidney problems that
plagued her parents when they were in their 50's.
"At first it was hard, but I took it as a religious thing," she said recently.
"If I hadn't done this, I'd be a diabetic for sure."
The study, called the Diabetes Prevention Program (http://www.diabetes.niddk.nih.gov/dm/pubs/preventionprogram/
), included more than 3,000 adults, all of whom were overweight and had sugars
that were high but not yet in diabetic range. Diabetes is a condition in which
the body is unable to control blood sugar. It often leads to heart disease,
kidney failure, blindness, and circulation and other problems. About nine out
of 10 diabetics have what's called type 2 diabetes - their bodies make a
sugar-regulating substance called insulin, but their cells don't respond to it
adequately. Having a family history of diabetes and carrying too much weight
increase a person's risk of developing type 2 diabetes. In recent years,
diabetes has become an epidemic in the United States, mainly because many more
Americans are overweight and obese. Full
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Source: New America Media
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SPORTS AND FITNESS
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Is
Running Bad for Your Knees? Maybe Not
By
Adi Narayan
Perhaps because it
seems intuitively true, the notion persists that running, especially when done
long-term and over long distances, is bad for the joints. Indeed it would be
hard to think otherwise when, with each foot strike, a runner's knee withstands
a force equal to eight times his body weight - for a 150-lb. person, that's
about 1,200 lbs. of impact, step after step.
The common wisdom is that regular
running or vigorous sport-playing during youth subjects the joints to so much
wear and tear that it increases a person's risk of developing osteoarthritis
later in life. Studies have suggested that may be at least partly true: in one
study of about 5,000 women published in 1999, researchers found that women who
actively participated in heavy physical sports in their teenage years, or
weight-bearing activities in middle age, had a higher than average risk of
developing hip osteoarthritis by age 50. Full Text
Source:
Time Magazine
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BECOMING A CERTIFIED PEDORTHIST |
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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 Certification/Accreditation,
Int'l. Both the ABC and BOC are independent certification bodies that set
standards for the profession and offer certifications that are recognized by
the National Commission for Certifying Agencies.
More information, including
FAQ's
The
American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics
information on the step-by-step process of becoming a pedorthist
Board of
Certification/Accreditation International
For information on the Canadian certifying
organization:The Pedorthic Association of Canada
ONGOING COURSES AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
The Robert M. Palmer M.D., Institute Of
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Also offered byThe Robert M. Palmer, M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics, Inc. a
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CFS Allied Health Education: Pedorthic Certification: Exam Review.This review is focused on supplying the student with the skills and
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for more information.
*ABC and The American Board for Certification in
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with CFS Allied Health Education and does not endorse this review.
Oklahoma State University has uniquely designed courses to provide pedorthic education for the
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Click here for
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For more information on the Scholl College
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847-578-8410, email Ellie.Wydeven@rosalindfranklin.edu
or click on www.rosalindfranklin.edu/scpm/ce/.
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Our affordable WISER Sales Training DVD makes in-house training easy and
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floor. ABC's Category 1 CEUs for WISER Sales Training total 21.75
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Pricing for the program is as follows:
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For more information or to order, click http://www.nsra.org/wiser_intro.php?ad=pn
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ext. 318, kims@nsra.org.
ENESLOW PEDORTHIC INSTITUTE 1-on-1 or Group
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HANDS-ON 1-ON-1 INSTRUCTION
$150/ hour for individual training
GROUP TRAINING
$125/hour per person for two or more participants in
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$100/hour per person for five or more participants
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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,
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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
Pro-Learn, LLC announces its new CAPE approved
Pedorthic Pre-certification program
Pro-Learn's program is accredited by the Commission
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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
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experience and learning style. Programs vary from three-week, live classes to
completing the coursework completely online (Experienced, advanced degree
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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.
COURSES
JANUARY, 2010
The Robert M. Palmer
M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" is offering
a one week "Advanced Functional Foot Orthosis Course" January 15-19,
2010 - Elwood , Indiana . This course awards 49.5 CME credits. Participant must
have successfully completed the ABC/BOC Pedorthic Exam or possess a higher
level certification/licensure. Cost
$2000.00, please contact pam@rmpi.org or 765-557-7216.
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. Private
Apartment Housing is also available by request and comparably priced within
walking distance from the RMPI.
The Robert M. Palmer
M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has
uniquely designed courses to provide pedorthic pre-certification 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. Level 1 & 3 performed online -
Level 2 Dates: January 16-25, 2010 - Elwood , Indiana - Condensed course hours
available upon successful completion of pre-entrance exam. Scholarships Available
- Please contact pam@rmpi.org or 765-557-7216.
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. Private
Apartment Housing is also available by request and comparably priced within
walking distance from the RMPI.
FEBRUARY, 2010
Pedorthic Pre-Certification Training Course
February 1st - 14th, 2010
In cooperation with the ABC requirements, the
Eneslow Pedorthic Institute (EPI) is offering a three-level competency training
course for aspiring CPEDS. To provide maximum benefit in a minimum of time, a
portion of the level one curriculum will be administered through a distance
learning program that includes required readings, and testing of all mandatory
topics. Upon passing the level one test, students will attend the remainder of
the pedorthic pre-certification course at the Eneslow Pedorthic Institute. The
course includes the required tests for competency to sit for the ABC exam.
Information: contact Sarah Goldberg at 212 477 2300 x211 or sarah@eneslow.com. Upon completing the course and
successfully passing the competency tests, and fulfilling the 1,000 hour
"Clinical practice Requirement" students are eligible to sit for the ABC exam
to earn their Pedorthic Certification (CPED Pedorthist). For detailed
information on the ABC requirements please refer to the ABC website at www.abcop.org.
For more information on ABC Clinical Practice
Requirements, please go to www.abcop.org.
SPECIAL NOTE: Aetrex is offering to all attendees
of EPI pedorthic pre-certification course the following offer. Buy 40 pair of
new Aetrex footwear and receive 20 pair free, a $1300 offer. Attendee must be
signed and attending the course to receive special offer.Pedorthic Pre-Certification Course February 1st - 14th, 2010 - $3,995
February 8 - 19, Foot
Solutions Pre-Cert class. 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. 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
The Robert M. Palmer
M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide
pedorthic pre-certification 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. Level 1 & 3 performed online - Level 2 Dates: February 20-28,
2010 - Elwood , Indiana - Condensed course hours available upon successful
completion of pre-entrance exam. Scholarships Available - Please contact
pam@rmpi.org or 765-557-7216.
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. Private
Apartment Housing is also available by request and comparably priced within
walking distance from the RMPI.
MARCH, 2010
The Robert M. Palmer
M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide
pedorthic pre-certification 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. Level 1 & 3 performed online - Level 2 Dates: March 6-15, 2010 -
Elwood , Indiana - Condensed course hours available upon successful completion
of pre-entrance exam. Scholarships Available - Please visit our website or
contact pam@rmpi.org - Phone: 765-557-7216.
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. Private
Apartment Housing is also available by request and comparably priced within
walking distance from the RMPI.
MAY, 2010
May 7, Foot Solutions
1-day Cram Session. 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. 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
May 10 - 21, Foot
Solutions Pre-Cert class. 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. 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
The Robert M. Palmer
M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide
pedorthic pre-certification 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. Level 1 & 3 performed online - Level 2 Dates: May 15-24, 2010 -
Elwood , Indiana - Condensed course hours available upon successful completion
of pre-entrance exam. Scholarships
Available - Please visit our website at www.rmpi.org
or contact pam@rmpi.org - Phone:
765-557-7216.
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. Private
Apartment Housing is also available by request and comparably priced within
walking distance from the RMPI.
JUNE, 2010
The Robert M. Palmer
M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide
pedorthic pre-certification 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. Level 1 & 3 performed online - Level 2 Dates: June 4-14, 2010 -
Elwood , Indiana - Condensed course hours available upon successful completion
of pre-entrance exam. Scholarships Available - Please visit our website at www.rmpi.org or contact pam@rmpi.org - Phone: 765-557-7216.
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. Private
Apartment Housing is also available by request and comparably priced within
walking distance from the RMPI.
June 30, Foot
Solutions 1-day Cram Session. 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. 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
AUGUST, 2010
The Robert M. Palmer
M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide
pedorthic pre-certification 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. Level
1 & 3 performed online - Level 2 Dates: August 7-16, 2010 - Elwood ,
Indiana - Condensed course hours available upon successful completion of
pre-entrance exam. Scholarships Available - Please visit our website at www.rmpi.org or contact pam@rmpi.org - Phone 765-557-7216.
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. Private
Apartment Housing is also available by request and comparably priced within
walking distance from the RMPI.
August 9 - 20, Foot
Solutions Pre-Cert class. 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. 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
SEPTEMBER, 2010
The Robert M. Palmer
M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide
pedorthic pre-certification 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. Level 1 & 3 performed online - Level 2 Dates: September 18-27,
2010 - Elwood , Indiana - Condensed course hours available upon successful
completion of pre-entrance exam. Scholarships Available - Please visit our website
at www.rmpi.org or contact pam@rmpi.org -
Phone: 765-557-7216.
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. Private
Apartment Housing is also available by request and comparably priced within
walking distance from the RMPI.
OCTOBER, 2010
The Robert M. Palmer
M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide
pedorthic pre-certification 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. Level 1 & 3 performed online - Level 2 Dates: October 9-18, 2010
- Elwood , Indiana - Condensed course hours available upon successful
completion of pre-entrance exam. Scholarships Available - Please visit our
website at www.rmpi.org or contact
pam@rmpi.org - Phone: 765-557-7216.
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. Private
Apartment Housing is also available by request and comparably priced within
walking distance from the RMPI.
NOVEMBER, 2010
November 12, Foot
Solutions 1-day Cram Session. 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. 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
The Robert M. Palmer
M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide
pedorthic pre-certification 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. Level 1 & 3 performed online - Level 2 Dates: November 13-22,
2010 - Elwood , Indiana - Condensed course hours available upon successful
completion of pre-entrance exam. Scholarships Available - Please visit our
website at www.rmpi.org or contact
pam@rmpi.org - Phone: 765-557-7216.
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. Private
Apartment Housing is also available by request and comparably priced within
walking distance from the RMPI.
DECEMBER, 2010
The Robert M. Palmer
M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide
pedorthic pre-certification 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. Level 1 & 3 performed online - Level 2 Dates: December 4-13,
2010 - Elwood , Indiana - Holiday Scholarship Available - Please visit our
website or contact pam@rmpi.org - Phone:
765-557-7216.
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. Private
Apartment Housing is also available by request and comparably priced within
walking distance from the RMPI.
BECOME AN ABC THERAPEUTIC SHOE FITTER
For information on Aetrex Worldwide Therapeutic
Shoe Fitter Courses, please contact the Aetrex Marketing Department at: marketing@aetrex.com.
JANUARY, 2010
Certified Shoe Fitter Course January 25th - 26th,
2010 Eneslow Pedorthic Institute offers the Certified Shoe Fitter
Course, a comprehensive two day course leading to ABC Certified Fitter of
Therapeutic Shoes (CFTS) for individuals who fit non-custom therapeutic shoes
and non-custom diabetic multi-density inserts. Faculty: Robert S.
Schwartz C. Ped, Justin Wernick, Medical Director, Joan Edelstein, MA, PT,
FISPO, C. Ped and Sarah Goldberg, C. Ped over a two day period. Application for
ABC Certified Fitter of Therapeutic Shoes (CFTS) http://www.abcop.org/Shoe_Fitter_Registration_Application.aspEPI Certified Shoe Fitter Course January 25th -
26th, 2010 - $395. Information: Sarah Goldberg at 212 477 2300 x211
or sarah@eneslow.com.
OTHER THERAPEUTIC SHOE FITTER COURSES
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.
CFS Allied Health Education is pleased to announce its new BOC approved Orthotic Fitter Distance
Learning Program. This program incorporates advanced Web-based instruction coupled
with a three day live hands-on Learning Activity covering head-to-toe prefab
orthotic fitting, fracture bracing, basic shoe fitting and basic mastectomy
fitting. Additional modules are available at no extra charge for BOC Orthotist
exam review. Tuition is $495. See www.certifiedorthoticfitter.com
for schedule or call (918) 266-3678 to enroll. Fellow Pedorthists: Do not miss
this opportunity to increase your scope of practice and income in these challenging
times!!!
- Rick E. Sevier BS Ed. BOCO C. Ped. - CFS Allied
Health Education
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
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2010
COURSES AND EVENTS
MONTHLY
Riecken's Orthotic Labs - 800-331-8040; SAFIO
Class, Second Friday of every month, at 5115 Oak Grove Rd., Evansville, IN.
Four casting stands provided, limited to 8 students. Contact Darlene at the
above number for more information.
JANUARY, 2010
The Robert M. Palmer
M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" is offering a one week "Advanced
Functional Foot Orthosis Course" January 15-19, 2010 - Elwood , Indiana .
This course awards 49.5 CME credits. Participant must have successfully
completed the ABC/BOC Pedorthic Exam or possess a higher level
certification/licensure. Cost $2000.00,
please contact pam@rmpi.org or 765-557-7216.
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. Private
Apartment Housing is also available by request and comparably priced within walking
distance from the RMPI.
The Robert M. Palmer M.D., Institute Of
Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide
pedorthic pre-certification 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. Level 1 & 3 performed online - Level 2 Dates: January 16-25,
2010 - Elwood , Indiana - Condensed course hours available upon successful
completion of pre-entrance exam. Scholarships Available - Please contact
pam@rmpi.org or 765-557-7216.
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. Private
Apartment Housing is also available by request and comparably priced within
walking distance from the RMPI.
Certified Shoe Fitter Course January 25th - 26th,
2010. Eneslow Pedorthic Institute offers the Certified
Shoe Fitter Course, a comprehensive two day course leading to ABC Certified
Fitter of Therapeutic Shoes (CFTS) for individuals who fit non-custom
therapeutic shoes and non-custom diabetic multi-density inserts. Faculty:
Robert S. Schwartz C. Ped, Justin Wernick, Medical Director, Joan Edelstein,
MA, PT, FISPO, C. Ped and Sarah Goldberg, C. Ped over a two day period.
Application for ABC Certified Fitter of Therapeutic Shoes (CFTS): http://www.abcop.org/Shoe_Fitter_Registration_Application.aspEPI Certified Shoe Fitter Course January 25th -
26th, 2010 - $395. Information: Sarah Goldberg at 212 477 2300 x211
or sarah@eneslow.com.
FEBRUARY, 2010
Pedorthic Pre-Certification Training Course
February 1st - 14th, 2010
In cooperation with the ABC requirements, the Eneslow
Pedorthic Institute (EPI) is offering a three-level competency training
course for aspiring CPEDS. To provide maximum benefit in a minimum of time, a
portion of the level one curriculum will be administered through a distance
learning program that includes required readings, and testing of all mandatory
topics. Upon passing the level one test, students will attend the remainder of
the pedorthic pre-certification course at the Eneslow Pedorthic Institute. The
course includes the required tests for competency to sit for the ABC exam.
Information: contact Sarah Goldberg at 212 477 2300 x211 or sarah@eneslow.com.
Upon completing
the course and successfully passing the competency tests, and fulfilling the
1,000 hour "Clinical practice Requirement" students are eligible to sit for the
ABC exam to earn their Pedorthic Certification (CPED Pedorthist). For detailed
information on the ABC requirements please refer to the ABC website at www.abcop.org.
For more information on ABC Clinical Practice
Requirements, please go to www.abcop.org.
SPECIAL NOTE: Aetrex is offering to all attendees
of EPI pedorthic pre-certification course the following offer. Buy 40 pair of
new Aetrex footwear and receive 20 pair free, a $1300 offer. Attendee must be
signed and attending the course to receive special offer.Pedorthic Pre-Certification Course February 1st - 14th, 2010 - $3,995
February 8 - 19, Foot
Solutions Pre-Cert class. 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. 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
The Robert M. Palmer
M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide
pedorthic pre-certification 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. Level 1 & 3 performed online - Level 2 Dates: February 20-28,
2010 - Elwood , Indiana - Condensed course hours available upon successful
completion of pre-entrance exam. Scholarships Available - Please contact
pam@rmpi.org or 765-557-7216.
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. Private
Apartment Housing is also available by request and comparably priced within
walking distance from the RMPI.
MARCH, 2010
The Robert M. Palmer
M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide
pedorthic pre-certification 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. Level 1 & 3 performed online - Level 2 Dates: March 6-15, 2010 -
Elwood , Indiana - Condensed course hours available upon successful completion
of pre-entrance exam. Scholarships Available - Please visit our website or
contact pam@rmpi.org - Phone: 765-557-7216.
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. Private
Apartment Housing is also available by request and comparably priced within
walking distance from the RMPI.
APRIL, 2010
The Robert M. Palmer
M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" is offering a one week "Advanced
Functional Foot Orthosis Course" April 16-20, 2010 - Elwood , Indiana .
This course awards 49.5 CME credits. Participant must have successfully
completed the ABC/BOC Exam or possess a higher level
certification/licensure. Cost $2000.00,
please contact pam@rmpi.org or 765-557-7216.
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. Private
Apartment Housing is also available by request and comparably priced within
walking distance from the RMPI.
MAY, 2010
May 7, Foot Solutions
1-day Cram Session. 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. 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
May 10 - 21, Foot
Solutions Pre-Cert class. 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. 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
The Robert M. Palmer
M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has
uniquely designed courses to provide pedorthic pre-certification 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. Level 1 & 3 performed online -
Level 2 Dates: May 15-24, 2010 - Elwood , Indiana - Condensed course hours
available upon successful completion of pre-entrance exam. Scholarships Available - Please visit our
website at www.rmpi.org or contact pam@rmpi.org - Phone: 765-557-7216.
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. Private
Apartment Housing is also available by request and comparably priced within
walking distance from the RMPI.
JUNE, 2010
The Robert M. Palmer
M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide
pedorthic pre-certification 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. Level 1 & 3 performed online - Level 2 Dates: June 4-14, 2010 -
Elwood , Indiana - Condensed course hours available upon successful completion
of pre-entrance exam. Scholarships Available - Please visit our website at www.rmpi.org or contact pam@rmpi.org - Phone: 765-557-7216.
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. Private
Apartment Housing is also available by request and comparably priced within
walking distance from the RMPI.
June 30, Foot
Solutions 1-day Cram Session. 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. 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
JULY, 2010
The Robert M. Palmer
M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" is offering a one week "Advanced
Functional Foot Orthosis Course" July 9-13, 2010 - Elwood , Indiana . This
course awards 49.5 CME credits. Participant must have successfully completed
the ABC/BOC Exam or have a higher level certification/licensure. Cost $2000.00, please contact pam@rmpi.org or
765-557-7216.
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. Private
Apartment Housing is also available by request and comparably priced within
walking distance from the RMPI.
AUGUST, 2010
The Robert M. Palmer M.D.,
Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide
pedorthic pre-certification 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. Level 1 & 3 performed online - Level 2 Dates: August 7-16, 2010
- Elwood , Indiana - Condensed course hours available upon successful
completion of pre-entrance exam. Scholarships Available - Please visit our
website at www.rmpi.org or contact pam@rmpi.org - Phone 765-557-7216.
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. Private
Apartment Housing is also available by request and comparably priced within
walking distance from the RMPI.
August 9 - 20, Foot
Solutions Pre-Cert class. 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. 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
SEPTEMBER, 2010
The Robert M. Palmer
M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide
pedorthic pre-certification 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. Level 1 & 3 performed online - Level 2 Dates: September 18-27,
2010 - Elwood , Indiana - Condensed course hours available upon successful
completion of pre-entrance exam. Scholarships Available - Please visit our website
at www.rmpi.org or contact pam@rmpi.org -
Phone: 765-557-7216.
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. Private
Apartment Housing is also available by request and comparably priced within
walking distance from the RMPI.
OCTOBER, 2010
The Robert M. Palmer
M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide
pedorthic pre-certification 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.
Level 1 & 3 performed online - Level 2 Dates: October 9-18, 2010 - Elwood ,
Indiana - Condensed course hours available upon successful completion of
pre-entrance exam. Scholarships Available - Please visit our website at www.rmpi.org or contact pam@rmpi.org - Phone:
765-557-7216.
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. Private
Apartment Housing is also available by request and comparably priced within
walking distance from the RMPI.
NOVEMBER, 2010
November 12, Foot
Solutions 1-day Cram Session. 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. 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
The Robert M. Palmer
M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide
pedorthic pre-certification 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. Level 1 & 3 performed online - Level 2 Dates: November 13-22,
2010 - Elwood , Indiana - Condensed course hours available upon successful
completion of pre-entrance exam. Scholarships Available - Please visit our
website at www.rmpi.org or contact
pam@rmpi.org - Phone: 765-557-7216.
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. Private
Apartment Housing is also available by request and comparably priced within
walking distance from the RMPI.
DECEMBER, 2010
The Robert M. Palmer
M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide
pedorthic pre-certification 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. Level 1 & 3 performed online - Level 2 Dates: December 4-13,
2010 - Elwood , Indiana - Holiday Scholarship Available - Please visit our
website or contact pam@rmpi.org - Phone:
765-557-7216.
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. Private
Apartment Housing is also available by request and comparably priced within
walking distance from the RMPI.
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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 etc. - Edward N. Kaufman Ongoing
Wanted: Partner to help run
and expand Pedorthic/comfort shoe store.14 years in same great area
No.Dade/So. Broward Aventura/Hallandale Beach Florida. Lots of good
will aprox 300 Medicare therapeutic shoe customers, and 30-50 each of
Avmed HMO and Humana HMO. Approx $125,000 in shoes, Equipment materials,
etc. C.O., C.P.O., C.P, or C. Ped. with Medicare billing
privileges would be ideal. Let's talk. Call Robert at 954-457-9246. 12/30
Seeking to Hire: Part time commissioned sales representative needed
for pedorthic and athletic retail store sales.
We are looking for a superstar to sell a very innovative and new product
into these markets. Negotiable hours that will fit into any schedule. Send e-mail to christie@cluffy.com or mail CV and contact
information to Christie Scott 104 Dover Drive, Huoma, LA. 70363. 12/9
Shoe Inventory Clearance: Pedorthic Facility in CT wanting to sell start-up shoe inventory at 20%
below purchase cost. Inventory to include styles form PW Minor and
Canfield lines. For a complete list of styles and sizes available contact
Lori at: stridework@aol.com
10/14
Seeking to Hire: Exciting
opening for a C. Ped. in Milwaukee, WI. Expanding Pedorthic Services Dept
within 59-yr-old retail shoe store group has an opening for a C. Ped. to see
patients in facility and clinics and fabricate in our lab. We are seeking a
team player and good communicator -- fabrication and patient skills
necessary. This is a wonderful opportunity to grow the department as well as to
pursue personal professional development. Competitive compensation
package. Please send resumes to info@stansfootwear.com or call Jim
Sajdak,CPed at 1-262-432-4030 x102 10/14
Seeking to Hire: New York
Pedorthist Needed! Join a world renowned Pedorthic facility in New York and
advance your career. We are looking for a C. Ped. with a minimum of 3-5 years
of Pedorthic experience including professional shoe fitting. This individual
must have a thorough understanding of internal and external shoe modifications
as well as knowledge of orthotic casting and design, and must be able to
interact with peers and patients in a positive and friendly manner. Please
email resume to nycped@gmail.com.
10/14
Classifieds will run for 90 days unless we are
informed that the position has been filled. Thank you!
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Editor: Faye Rapoport DesPres, M.S.
Design/Layout: Aetrex Marketing Department
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Robert Schwartz, C. Ped. |
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John Mishasek, BOC Pedorthist, C. Ped. |
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Jerome S. Klein, C.O., C. Ped. |
| Edith James, C. Ped. |
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Rick E. Sevier BS Ed. C. Ped. BOC Ped. |
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