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Prosthetics & Orthotics
Introduction They generally have to work with a team of orthopaedics, physiatrists and other medical professionals and only a trained Prosthetists and Orthotists can work competently. These professional works as part of a clinical team which comprises of orthopaedics, physiatrists, nurses and related medical professionals. They have to detailed study of the patient and based on the nature of the disability they have to formulate designs and select materials and components for making the aids and fitting them in such a way that they do not cause discomfort. They have to take part in follow-up procedures, maintenance and replacement of the orthotic and prosthetic aids. They have also got to educate about this safe medical practice to the patient and their relatives thus improving social awareness. Career With increasing awareness in the field of Prosthetics and Orthotics the employment opportunities is demanding. Though it is time demanding one but brings with it good employment opportunities and self practice facilities. They are generally employed in
Famous Personalities
David is a founding member and director of APC Prosthetics and one of the most highly regarded Prosthetists in Australia, with over 30 years experience. David has been appointed as the Prosthetist to the Paralympic Team since Sydney 2000, and was bestowed with an Order of Australia in 2006 in recognition of his contribution to amputees and the prosthetic profession. He has presented at Australian and International Conferences, and has been lecturing at the UNSW lower extremity course for more than 15 years. As Australia’s most experienced micro-processor knee practitioner, he now manages over 40 patients using this technology, since he fitted the country’s first C-Leg in 1999. His passion is working with the Paralympic athletes and applying these cutting-edge practices to his everyday community clients.
Richard is a founding member and director of APC Prosthetics and has practiced since 1979. Richard has acted as a senior Prosthetist in various public and private clinics both in NSW and QLD. He is not only a highly regarded lower extremity prosthetist but is considered an expert in the field of upper extremity prosthetics. He has fitted numerous myo-electric prostheses and is one of only two prosthetists in Australia accredited to fit the Otto Bock Dynamic arm. Over the years, Richard has continued to keep abreast of the latest technologies which filter through to all patients he manages.
One of Australia’s most knowledgeable and experienced amputee physiotherapists, Cathy has had a special interest in amputee management for over 20 years. She was the physiotherapist in charge of the amputee unit at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital from 1988 until 1994 and has practiced subsequently in the private sector as a consultant Physiotherapist since 1994. She is one of the keynote lecturers in the annual lower extremity prosthetics course at UNSW and has presented numerous scientific papers at both Australian and International Conferences. Cathy has developed and implemented the training program for all the microprocessor knee users at APC Prosthetics. Her passion for optimal outcomes for all amputees has made her integral to the training and preparation of many Australian paralympians. Eligibility :. Click here for more information Institutes :Some of the prominent institutions offering courses in actuary can be had from the following links.. Click here for more information View the entire list of institution If you want to include any Institution or give suggestion use this link |
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