The American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists (the Academy) has introduced formal book reviews as part of the Recommended Reading section of its website at www.oandp.org/reading.asp.
Phil Stevens, MEd, CPO, FAAOP, chair of the Academy’s Publications Committee, has teamed up with other experienced clinicians to provide a summary of content and relevance of a variety of texts to orthotic and prosthetic students, clinicians, and researchers.
“Textbooks aren’t cheap, and we want to assist professionals in identifying the ones that will be most beneficial for their individual needs,” Stevens said. “Orthotic and prosthetic texts vary tremendously in their scope and depth. Most are good but appeal to different audiences-some to new students, others to professionals in related fields, some to experienced O&P clinicians, and some to patients.”
There are currently six book reviews posted to the site. The Publications Committee plans to launch as many as ten additional reviews by the end of the year.
