The Orthotics and Prosthetics Foundation for Education and Research and the American Board of Certification for Orthotics, Prosthetics, and Pedorthics (ABC) named the ABC student poster award recipients for 2025.
The award recognizes outstanding research by O&P prosthetic students and includes a cash award: first place, $1,000; second place, $850; third place, $650.
First place:
Tyesn Barley, MSPO, Alabama State University (ASU)
Drop Foot Orthoses Intervention and Referral Within Inpatient Rehabilitation: Physical Therapists’ Perspectives
“This topic has been a passion of mine even before joining the ASU program, and I am grateful to my advisors and program director for their support and encouragement as I conducted this research as the sole investigator. This achievement reaffirms that hard work and dedication truly pay off.”
Second place
McKenna Poss, MSPO, Baylor College of Medicine
Bridging Disciplines: Entry-Level Competency Themes for Healthcare Professionals Collaborating With Orthotists and Prosthetists
“Research plays a critical role in advancing the profession, and it is truly incredible to have professional organizations like these support students in showcasing their research at [the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists] Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium.”
Third place
Ashley Wright, MSPO, Eastern Michigan University
Certified Mastectomy Fitter Provision of External Breast Prostheses for Trans and Gender Non-conforming Population
“I am honored to have received the 2025 ABC Student Poster Prize. It reflects my commitment to advancing the field and reinforces my drive to research.”
