Hanger's 2015 Education Fair and National Meeting

More than 850 clinicians and therapists attended the Hanger, Austin, Texas, 2015 Annual Education Fair and National Meeting, held February 2-6 at the Rio Hotel, Las Vegas. In addition to providing continuing education on orthotic, prosthetic, and therapeutic solutions, the conference was also a platform to discuss the company's business strategy, learn about embracing and adapting to the changing healthcare industry, and recognize employees' successes. [caption id="" align="alignright" width="398"] A group of Hanger patients participate in the opening ceremony.[/caption] With more than 125 exhibits and 400 exhibitor representatives, the Education Fair offered manufacturers the opportunity to demonstrate the latest in O&P and rehabilitative technology. For example, two Hanger Clinic patients became the first individuals with lower-limb amputations to be commercially fitted with the Ottobock Triton smart ankle. Hanger's Education Fair was full of opportunities for employees to learn, network, and be rewarded for their past year of hard work. Hanger held its second annual Women in Leadership course; the keynote speaker was Rebecca Hast, president of Linkia, Rockville, Maryland. Several members of Hanger's board of directors participated in the networking reception at the end of the course. Some of the other most well-attended courses were "Advanced Clinical Techniques in Treating Plagiocephaly & Torticollis"; "Innovative Technology: Facts, Myths & Impact on Clinical Practice"; "Functional Feet"; "Opportunities for Outstanding Patient Care"; and the "Prosthetics Symposium." Additionally, awards were distributed throughout the week to celebrate the success of employees who excelled at delivering exceptional care and service in 2014. [caption id="" align="alignright" width="275"] Vernita Jefferson, the first person in the world to receive the new Ottobock Triton smart ankle, with Hanger Clinic Vice President of Prosthetics Kevin Carroll, MS, CP, FAAOP.[/caption] O&P patients, as well as other members of the amputee community, were in attendance at the Education Fair, including eight pediatric patients with amputations who helped kick off the conference at the opening ceremony held Wednesday, February 4. Ranging in age from five to 11, the participants were recipients of the Hanger Kids Scholarship to Camp No Limits, a nonprofit camp for children with limb loss or limb difference, where they receive education, mentorship, and support. In 2014, Hanger donated $100,000 to establish the scholarship, enabling 100 children with amputations and a family member to attend one of the 2014-2015 camps. During the opening ceremony, two of the families gave accounts of what the scholarship has meant to them. The Amputee Empowerment Partners (AEP) Peer Support Program also unveiled a change. AEP is now AMPOWER, a three-tiered, comprehensive program whose mission is to empower and strengthen those affected by amputations or limb differences through peer mentorship, education, and community. The program, which will be launched in stages, will encompass the AMPOWER Peer Support Program, which is already in place; www.HangerClinic.com/AMPOWER , an online resource center that will provide information addressing the needs and concerns of individuals with amputations and their care providers; and AMPOWER Events, a program that will bring individuals with amputations, family members, and care providers together to gain knowledge, build strength, and create camaraderie nationwide.

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