Best Aaron Shanks Podcasts (2024)

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The Range of Motion Project (ROMP) with David Krupa 34:57

14h ago34:57

34:57

David Krupa, Executive Director and Co-Founder of the Range of Motion Project (ROMP), stops by to share the awesome work ROMP does for underserved members of the limb loss and limb difference community. Learn more about ROMP and the upcoming Climbing for ROMP event, or connect with David on LinkedIn. Thanks to WillowWood for sponsoring this episode…

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Tom Robinson - Record Breaking 14 Months Rowing the Pacific 3:05:16

3d ago3:05:16

3:05:16

Tom Robinson is a 25 year old adventurer and boatbuilder from Brisbane, Australia. In 2022, aged 23, Tom set off from Peru, in a boat he designed and built, on his most ambitious adventure yet - to become the youngest person ever to row the Pacific Ocean. For the next 14 months Tom experienced the highs and lows of extreme adventure, facing many ch…

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Collecting Evidence Through Video Observation Gait Analysis with Cara Negri, BSME, M.Ed., LP, FAAOP 26:14

13d ago26:14

26:14

Cara Negri, BSME, M.Ed., LP, FAAOP, joins us to share ways clinicians can harness Video Observation Gait Analysis (VOGA) for documentation, intervention, and justification. Cara serves as Gainesville Prosthetics’ practice manager, lead prosthetist, and residency director. Cara also serves as the Director of PnO Data Solutions which helps clinicians…

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Key Insights from the Hanger Institute 2023-24 Annual Report with Phil Stevens, MEd, CPO, FAAOP 31:47

29d ago31:47

31:47

Vice President of Clinical Affairs Phil Stevens, Med, CPO, FAAOP, stops by to chat about the Hanger Institute for Clinical Research & Education’s 2023-24 Annual Report. Listen-in to discover impactful takeaways you can use to improve patient outcomes. Access the report and connect with Phil on LinkedIn. Learn more about the Hanger Institute. Many t…

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AOPA Advocacy Update with Nicole Ver Kuilen & Sam Miller 31:28

3M ago31:28

31:28

This week, we have the pleasure of speaking with two special guests from the American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association! Manager of Public Engagement Nicole Ver Kuilen and Manager of State and Federal Advocacy Sam Miller share a sneak peek into AOPA’s advocacy efforts and what we can expect this year on Capitol Hill. Learn more about AOPA’s Advoc…

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Medicare Lower Limb Policy Revisions for 2024 with Sam Brouillette, CP, CFo 22:42

4M ago22:42

22:42

This week we are joined by our very own Clinical Education Manager, Sam Brouillette, CP, CFo, to talk about recent Medicare policy changes. Mentioned in this episode: CMS.gov Noridian Healthcare Solutions CGS Many thanks to this episode’s sponsor, Amoana! Register for Amoena Mastectomy Fitter Training. Learn more about the SPS SupplierAdvantage pro…

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Our Favorite Episodes of 2023! 23:34

5M ago23:34

23:34

New year, new season of The O&P Check-in! In this episode, Brendan and Jacki take a look back on the last two years of podcasting and highlight some of their favorite interviews. Many thanks to this episode’s sponsor, WillowWood! Explore the META Family of prosthetic feet today. Watch SPS Unpacked: Unboxing the DARCO Body Armor Pro Term Jacki & Bre…

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Restoring Mobility, One Pet at a Time | Angela Boncz, CTPO, Specialized Pet Solutions 18:45

6M ago18:45

18:45

In the first episode of the New Year, we chat with the founder, lead fabricator, and CEO of Specialized Pet Solutions, Angela Boncz, CTPO! From large cattle to little skunks, we discuss the challenges and rewards of helping our furry friends run again. Learn more about Specialized Pet Solutions, or connect with Angela on LinkedIn. Also mentioned: P…

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Aligning Your Team with Aaron Sorensen, MBA, CPO, LPO | Restorative Health Services 30:44

7M ago30:44

30:44

How can you create a vision that supports employees from different departments and different locations? Aaron Sorensen, MBA, CPO, LPO, discusses the ways he demonstrates and communicates priorities within the company so employees remain focused on a patient-first mindset. Learn more about Restorative Health Services, or connect with Aaron on Linked…

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Empowering Patients with Education | Leslie Green, MA, MA, MA, MA, MSW, Ed.S, Hanger Clinic 30:49

7M ago30:49

30:49

Access to educational resources and support groups are vital for patients experiencing limb loss. In this episode, Hanger Clinic’s Director of Patient Advocacy and Education Leslie Green chats with us about ways to empower patients acclimating to limb loss. Discover Balanced Amputee: Wellness and Educational Communities Connect with Leslie on Linke…

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Inventory Management and O&P Purchasing with Michael Shanks, Snell Prosthetics & Orthotics 30:06

9M ago30:06

30:06

We are very excited to welcome Director of Purchasing & Inventory, Michael Shanks! With over 8 years of experience managing purchases for Snell Prosthetics & Orthotics’ 10 locations, we chat with him about how he ensures clinicians and patients have what they need to succeed. Learn more about Snell Prosthetics & Orthotics. Many thanks to this episo…

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What to expect at an O&P Residency Program with Anne DuBois, LPO, CPO | OPC Prosthetic Centers 27:38

10M ago27:38

27:38

This week on the O&P Check-in: an SPS Podcast, Anne Dubios, LPO, CPO, talks about what graduates can expect during their residency at OPC Prosthetic Centers. Listen-in for tips on how to prep for residency interviews and more. Learn more about OPC Prosthetic Centers Available residencies are available on OPRESCAS Connect with Anne on LinkedIn Many …

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Dave Rastovich "The Cove" 1:30:54

10M ago1:30:54

1:30:54

Pro surfer and activist Dave ‘Rasta’ Rastovich shares the story of his involvement in the academy awarding winning Documentary “The Cove”. Rasta famously organised a group of surfers for a paddle out during the slaughtering of Dolphins at the notorious "killing cove" in Taiji Japan. A scene in the film that brings most people to tears. This episode…

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What is the Starfish TMR Procedure? With Dr. Bryan Loeffler | OrthoCarolina 34:52

11M ago34:52

34:52

This week, we are pleased to welcome Dr. Bryan Loeffler, a dual fellowship-trained surgeon at OrthoCarolina. Specializing in the entire spectrum of hand and upper extremity disorders, Dr. Loeffler has experience in complex elbow conditions and peripheral nerve injuries. We’re excited to chat with him today about the starfish procedure, a groundbrea…

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Driving Innovation at the 2023 AOPA National Assembly 30:40

11M ago30:40

30:40

We’re gearing up for the 2023 AOPA National Assembly in Indianapolis, on September 6-9! Five members of the Assembly Planning Committee joins us to discuss which sessions they are looking forward to the most and the exciting changes that sets this assembly apart from previous years. Learn more about the 2023 AOPA National Assembly. Connect with the…

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Handling Missed Appointments with John Brinkmann, MA, CPO/L, FAAOP(D) 36:05

12M ago36:05

36:05

Northwestern Medicine Associate Professor John Brinkmann, MA, CPO/L, FAAOP(D) chats with Brendan and Jacki about the challenges of missed appointments. Tune in to learn how to best adapt to schedule changes. Learn more about John’s work at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. Connect with John on LinkedIn. Many thanks to this episod…

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Agile Orthopedics’ Mobile O&P Care with Eric Neufeld, CPO, FAAOP 27:26

1y ago27:26

27:26

Eric Neufeld, CPO, FAAOP, and owner of Agile Orthopedics, joins us to share his experience operating Colorado’s first mobile O&P clinic. Visit Agile Orthopedics to discover more. Connect with Eric on LinkedIn. Many thanks to this episode’s sponsor, Ottobock! Explore the mechanical knee portfolio on spsco.com! View the latest additions to the SPS Re…

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Bryndis - Becoming a Mountain Woman 1:14:45

1y ago1:14:45

1:14:45

Bryndis is part of the SAR (Search and Rescue) in Iceland. This is just a nice chat about life, finding yourself and the strength to turn into a Badass Mountain Woman.

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Pattern Recognition: The What, Why, and How with Coapt’s Blair Lock and Shawn Robinson 38:29

1y ago38:29

38:29

Pattern recognition harnesses residual muscle signals to help individuals control their upper limb prosthetic device intuitively. In this episode, Sam and Brendan explore this fascinating technology with Blair Lock, CEO and Co-founder of Coapt, and Shawn Robinson, Regional East Coast Manager at Coapt. Visit coaptengineering.com to discover more and…

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How O&P Clinicians Can Prevent and Recover Denials from Payors | Lesleigh Sisson, CFo, CFm 29:55

1y ago29:55

29:55

Lesleigh Sisson, CFo, CFm, and owner of O&P Insight, joins us to breakdown the ways O&P clinicians can prevent and recover denials from payors. Learn about O&P Insight. Connect with Lesleigh on LinkedIn. Resources AOPAnet.org CGS Medicare Centers for Medicare & Medicare Services Noridian Healthcare Solutions Many thanks to our sponsor, Trulife! Exp…

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The Multi-generational Family Business Dynamic with Rachel Friddle, CPO 28:56

1y ago28:56

28:56

Rachel Friddle shares her experience of carrying on the family legacy as CEO and third-generation President of Friddle's Orthopedic Appliance. Learn more about Friddle's Orthopedic Appliance. Connect with Rachel on LinkedIn! Many thanks to our sponsor, Ottobock! Explore Ottobock's mechanical knee portfolio. Meet the 2023 SPS O&P Scholarship recipie…

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Polar Expedition Guide - Palmi 1:21:50

1y ago1:21:50

1:21:50

Palmi is the most experienced Arctic/Polar expedition guide I know. In this episode Palmi tells the story of when he was hired to lead an expedition crossing Iceland from north to south in the middle of winter. Faced with the worst weather he has ever experienced, everything that could go wrong does go wrong.…

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Winter Locked - Betty’s life of Isolation 1:30:34

1y ago1:30:34

1:30:34

Betty a 66 year young Icelandic farmer that lives by herself in one of the most remote parts of Iceland. In this episode Betty describes what her life is like and how she survives the long, harsh and dark winters where the snow and Ice lock her off from the rest of Iceland for months on end.

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Re-release: Paralympics with Former PTS4 Athlete Jamie Brown 19:02

1y ago19:02

19:02

Limbloss and Limb Difference Awareness Month is here and we're re-releasing an episode from March 9, 2022. Paratriathlon athlete and SPS Sales Account Manager, Jamie Brown, joins us to share his experience representing the USA in the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games. Learn more about the Paralympics Games. Meet the SPS Team. Many thanks to our sponsor, …

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O&P Employee Accommodations While Pregnant | 2021 SPS Scholarship Recipient Sophia Mancini 28:16

1y ago28:16

28:16

In this episode, Eastern Michigan graduate student and recipient of the 2021 SPS O&P Master's Scholarship, Sophia Mancini joins us to talk about her recent capstone project: "Perceived Hazard Exposure and Accommodation while Pregnant and Not Pregnant in Orthotics & Prosthetics Employees". Connect with Sophia on LinkedIn and Instagram. Review the Pr…

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From the Dark Side of Crime, to the Light - Cam Lloyd 2:52:46

1+ y ago2:52:46

2:52:46

A very heavy, and emotional story of falling to the dark side of crime. This episode is proof that we all have the ability to change, to change ourselves and our lives for the better. Cam Lloyd opens up about his life of crime, the world he was living in, his time in prison and how he found the courage to change his path for the better.…

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Treating Phantom Limb Pain with Virtual Reality | Dr. Balakrishnan Prabhakaran 31:53

1+ y ago31:53

31:53

This week on The O&P Check-in: an SPS Podcast, we chat with Dr. Prabhakaran, Professor of Computer Science, the University of Texas at Dallas, about the creation of Mr. MAPP, a mixed reality system that combines virtual reality and computer vision technology to relieve phantom limb pain. Mentioned in this episode: The Dallas Morning News - UT Dalla…

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The Charming and Charismatic Mike Snell part 2 45:55

1+ y ago45:55

45:55

A good laugh!, Mike Snell always has a hilarious story to tell. A light hearted and funny story about Mikes first overseas trip and how it all went wrong but all went right.

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Upper Extremity Patient Care with Amy Ginsburg, CPO 36:21

1+ y ago36:21

36:21

Upper Limb Specialist Amy Ginsburg, CPO from Quorum Prosthetics joins us to talk her experience with helping patients in need of an upper limb prosthetic device. Mentioned in this episode: Academy's Upper Limb Society Enhancing Skills For Life Thank you Trulife for sponsoring this episode! Click here to learn more about the Matrix Pace AFO. Thank y…

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Around the World on a Motorbike - Bert Boute 2:33:16

1+ y ago2:33:16

2:33:16

Freedom is what comes to mind we we think about riding a motorbike. But what if everything you owned was tide to the back of that motorbike? Then the world would be your oyster right? Meet Bert a guy doing just that.

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SOAP Notes in O&P | The What, Why, and How with Jessica Norrell, CPO 38:22

1+ y ago38:22

38:22

This week, we sit down with Jessica Norrell, CPO, to learn about the importance of SOAP Notes! Jessica breaks down the elements of SOAP and outlines best practices for integrating this documentation methodology into your clinic’s workflow. Jessica Norrell is the owner of MOZN Solutions. With nearly 20 years of healthcare experience, Jessica is pass…

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I Grew Up Riding A Bike Around The World - Jesse Verhage 1:42:39

1+ y ago1:42:39

1:42:39

Jesse didn't grow up like the rest of us. He grew up exploring the wonders of the world. At the tender Age of 12 his parents packed Jesse and his brother up, bought a couple of tandem bicycles and with a $40 a day budget they set off. What was suppose to be a few months riding down the Americas soon turned into years of exploring all corners of the…

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Pediatric O&P Care with Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation 32:03

1+ y ago32:03

32:03

We are thrilled to welcome Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation's VP of Prosthetic & Orthotics + Bionics Scott Riddle, CPO, and Site Lead Alisha Simons, CPO, to the podcast. They discuss Mary Free Bed's all-encompassing approach to pediatric care. Click here to learn more about Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation. Interested in making a donation? Visit the Mary F…

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Additive Manufacturing with Brent Wright, CP, BOC/O 40:33

1+ y ago40:33

40:33

In this episode, Brent Wright, CP, BOC/O, from EastPoint Prosthetics and Orthotics joins Jacki and Brendan to share his experience with additive manufacturing. Connect with Brent on LinkedIn Learn more about LifeNabled Tune in to The Orthotics and Prosthetics Podcast hosted by Brent Wright and Joris Peels 3D printing resources mentioned in episode:…

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The SPS Trends Survey | O&P 2023 Outlook 21:45

1+ y ago21:45

21:45

Happy almost New Year’s! In this episode, we talk with Senior Clinical Education Specialist Liz Hillen, M.Ed., C/LPO about the results of our recent SPS Trends Survey. Click here to join our email list. Thank you Knit-Rite for sponsoring this episode! Click here to learn more about the Liner-Liner Prosthetic Sock. Watch our latest WillowWood META A…

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The Corners of the Earth Kamchatka - The Story Behind the Film 3:19:20

1+ y ago3:19:20

3:19:20

Once again Spencer Frost and Guy Williment pull of another incredible adventure! I proudly present to you the story behind their new movie ‘The Corners of the Earth - Kamchatka’ where these boys risk everything to travel to one of Russias most remote and coldest parts to discover waves for themselves. What could go wrong? Well turns out EVERYTHING!…

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Florida Alliance for Assistive Services & Technology (FAAST) with Whitney Doyle, MNM, CP 33:35

1+ y ago33:35

33:35

The director of the Florida Alliance for Assistive Services and Technology (FAAST), Whitney Doyle, MNM, CP, is here to talk about her experience working in the non-profit realm and the challenges she faces advocating for persons with disabilities. Whitney is an active member on the board of directors of three national organizations: The Association…

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Source to Sea, Paddling the River Nile - Sarah Davis 2:53:29

1+ y ago2:53:29

2:53:29

In 2019 Sarah became the first woman to lead an expedition down the Nile, the world’s longest river. The expedition began at the Nile’s source in Rwanda and followed the path of the White Nile to its end where it meets the Mediterranean Sea. The trip involved over 1,100km of rafting, 3,000km of kayaking and other forms of transport to make it down …

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Adrienne Hill, MHA, CPO(L), and the Power of Women in O&P 36:09

1+ y ago36:09

36:09

We are incredibly fortunate to be joined by Kennesaw State University Clinical Assistant Professor Adrienne Hill, MHA, CPO(L), to chat about her perspective as a woman in this evolving field. We explore the expanding demographics of the profession and small changes employers could make to promote a more inclusive workplace. Learn about Kennesaw Sta…

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Burnout Survey Results & How to Mitigate Stress with Gerry Stark from Ottobock 34:23

1+ y ago34:23

34:23

In this week’s episode, we are joined by Ottobock’s Director of Clinical Education Gerry Stark, MSEM, CPO, LPO, FAAOP. Gerry outlines the results of his recent Burnout Survey and explains ways O&P professionals can reduce stress. Interested in participating in one of Gerry’s surveys? Join the OandP-L listserver. Click here to join our email list. T…

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Managing a Family Owned O&P Clinic with Frank & Melissa Snell, Snell Prosthetics & Orthotics 34:53

1+ y ago34:53

34:53

In this week’s episode, we are joined by Snell Prosthetics & Orthotics’ President and CEO Frank Snell, CPO, LPO, FAAOP, and his daughter Chief Financial Officer Melissa Snell, CFm. SPS Regional Sales Manager Christina Cox also stops by to chat with Frank and Melissa about the intricacies of managing a family owned O&P clinic. Click here to learn mo…

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Fostering an Innovation Mindset with Click Medical CEO Jimmy Capra 35:53

2y ago35:53

35:53

How can O&P professionals achieve real innovation? Click Medical CEO Jimmy Capra outlines his experience with innovation and provides practical ways to cultivate that innovation feeling. Be sure to attend Jimmy’s presentation, “Using an ‘Innovation Mindset’ to Problem Solve in O&P,” at AOPA-TXSOPP 2022 National Assembly. The discussion will be on F…

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So Kids Can Move Initiative with Nicole Ver Kuilen, Travis Ricks, and Jamie Brown 34:41

2y ago34:41

34:41

AOPA Public Engagement Manager and Forrest Stump Co-founder Nicole Ver Kuilen and SPS Sales Account Managers Jamie Brown and Travis Ricks joins us to chat about the Hood to Coast relay. Their efforts helped kick start So Kids Can Move, a new state-based initiative advocating for children with limb loss and limb difference to have access to recreati…

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8000M No Oxygen - Patrick Stanton 4:26:14

2y ago4:26:14

4:26:14

In the game of mountaineering you are completely at the mercy of Mother Nature. You put in all that you have and risk so much just to reach a summit. But Why? Especially when it can all go wrong in a second! This wild story has it all, all that went wrong, and all that went right. All I know is if you’re going to listen you are in for a ride as thi…

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SPS Supply Chain Update with Kate Means 11:31

2y ago11:31

11:31

In this special episode, SPS VP of Operations Coleson Chase sits down with Chief Supply Chain Officer Kate Means to check-in on our supply chain optimization strategy. Click here to read the transcript of their conversation. Click here to join our email list. Thank you Apex for sponsoring this episode! Learn more about the Boss Runner sneaker by Ap…

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Osseointegration with Kurt Collier, CP 33:08

2y ago33:08

33:08

When a patient opts for osseointegration (OI), where does the prosthetist fit in the process? Integrum’s VP of Prosthetics, Kurt Collier, CP, joins Jacki and Brendan to discuss the state of OI in the O&P industry and its practical application. Learn more about Integrum. Click here to join our email list. Thank you Knit-Rite for sponsoring this epis…

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OASIS 2 Study with Phil Stevens MEd, CPO, FAAOP 14:59

2y ago14:59

14:59

We’re talking to the Hanger Inc.’s Director of Clinical and Scientific Affairs Phil Stevens, MEd, CPO, FAAOP, about the second Outcomes ASsessment and DISsemination (OASIS) study. The study compared patient-reported functional mobility across a range of prosthetic feet using real-world clinical outcome data. View study. Click here to join our email…

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AOPA Advocacy with Ashlie White & Team #WeAreOAndP 33:15

2y ago33:15

33:15

We have a packed episode today! AOPA’s Advocacy team is here to chat about their efforts to champion federal policies that protect O&P businesses and preserve patient access to quality care. We are joined by Director of Health Policy and Strategic Affairs Ashlie White, Manager of Public Engagement Nicole Ver Kuilen, Director of Communications and M…

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Conversations with an Enlightened Elder - Part 4 2:41:49

2y ago2:41:49

2:41:49

Once again Rio and I sit down and contemplate life, our fears, our shadows, our realisations and what we are going to do to continue to create the life we dream of.

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Limb Loss and Preservation Registry with Kevin Symms, CO, BOCPO, LPO 27:10

2y ago27:10

27:10

Kevin Symms, CO, BOCPO, LPO, from OandPServe LLC Consulting joins Jacki and Brendan to talk about the Limb Loss and Preservation Registry (LLPR). Interested in providing evidence based care? Join the LLPR today! Many thanks to our sponsor, Thuasne USA! Learn more about the Rebel Series and Rebel Reliever. O&P in the news: TODAY exclusive: Meet Isa,…

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