O&P Professional Societies & Organizations:

AAOP - American Academy of Orthotists & Prosthetists
Founded in 1970, the "Academy" as it is known within the profession, became the first professional organization to establish and further the scientific, educational, and professional attainments of practitioners in the disciplines of orthotics and prosthetics.

ABC - American Board for Certification in Orthotics & Prosthetics
Founded in 1948, along with the support and encouragement of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association, ABC provides the most stringent credentialing standards for practitioners and facilities delivering comprehensive orthotics and prosthetic services.

AOPA - American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association
Founded in 1917, AOPA was the first national trade association committed to providing high quality business support services and products to O&P professionals and facilities.

ISPO - International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics
An international multidisciplinary organization comprised of persons who have a professional interest in the clinical, educational and research aspects of prosthetics, orthotics, rehabilitation, engineering and related topics.

NAAOP - National Association for the Advancement of Orthotics and Prosthetics
NAAOP is an organization totally committed to addressing national legislative issues of concern which impact the delivery of high quality Orthotic and Prosthetic health care services.

NCOPE - National Commission on Orthotic-Prosthetic Education
Founded in 1972, NCOPE became the first and only accreditation body for credentialing orthotics and prosthetic (O&P), university based education programs.

PFA - Pedorthic Footwear Association
The not-for-profit organization representing professionals involved in the field of pedorthics.