Credit Hours
1.75 Scientific Credits
Learning Objectives
- Understand current and future directions for health disparities research in prosthetics and orthotics.
- Consider useful practices for recruiting underrepresented individuals into research studies.
- Develop collaborations and networks to support expansion of health disparities focused research and principles in orthotic and prosthetic research.
Course Description
Shaping Health Disparities Research in Orthotics and Prosthetics (AM2025-OS06)
This session will introduce the topic of equity, diversity and inclusion in prosthetics and orthotics research generally and will provide specific examples of ongoing studies related to health disparities. Speakers will share their projects and then engage in a conversation about the challenges, benefits, and future directions for health disparities research.
Event Presenter(s)
Presenter Name(s)
- Cody L. McDonald, PhD, MPH, L/CPO
- Amandi Rhett, MS, CPO, LPO, FAAOP
- Sheila M. Clemens, PT, MPT, PhD
- Bretta L. Fylstra, PhD
- Aarti Deshpande, CPO, FAAOP, MS-HCA
- Kiley L. Armstrong, MS, MPO, CPO
Disclaimer
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