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CHRISTOPHER FRANCIS HOVORKA
BIOGRAPHICAL Work (Primary Appointment) Personal Instructor Birth Date: 5/5/1964 MS program in Prosthetics and Orthotics Birth Place: Elmhurst, IL Department of Rehabilitation Science Citizenship: USA
and Technology E-Mail Address (1) [email protected] 6425 Penn Ave., Suite 403 E-Mail Address (2): [email protected] Pittsburgh, PA 15206 Cell: 404-276-1493 Voice: 404-276-1493 Adjunct Associate Professor Department of Rehabilitation Medicine School of Medicine Emory University 1441 Clifton Road Atlanta, GA 30322 Home 313 Garland St., Apt. #1 Pittsburgh, PA 15218 Cell: 404-276-1493 EDUCATION 05/2015 PhD in Applied Physiology (Biomechanics and Motor Control) Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA 05/1998 MS in Allied Health Science (Vascular Physiology) University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06/1991 BS in Prosthetics and Orthotics
University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, WA 12/1987 BS in Exercise Science University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM RESIDENCY 12/1992 Orthotics - Orthotic/Prosthetic Services, Dept. of Orthopaedics Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Springfield, IL 12/1993 Prosthetics – Connecticut Children’s Medical Center (formerly Newington Children’s Hospital) Newington and Hartford, CT
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CERTIFICATIONS 06/2007 Licensed Prosthetist and Orthotist (#33)
(Composite State Board of Medical Examiners of Georgia) 06/2000 Licensed Prosthetist and Orthotist (#134)
(Texas Department of State Health Services) 12/1993 Certified Orthotist (#1340)
(American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics) 12/1994 Certified Prosthetist (#1340)
(American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics) 12/1989 Certified Health Fitness Specialist (#2284) (American College of Sports Medicine) APPOINTMENTS AND POSITIONS 08/2017 – present Instructor Prosthetics and Orthotics program Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 01/2017 – present Research Faculty Pre-Doctoral Training Program in Prosthetics and Orthotics School of Biological Sciences Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA 01/2015 – 08/2017 Research Scientist II MS program in Prosthetics and Orthotics School of Biological Sciences Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA 05/2011 – 12/2014 Co-Director, Research Scientist II
MS program in Prosthetics and Orthotics School of Applied Physiology Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA 04/2002 – 05/2011 Director, Research Scientist II
MS program in Prosthetics and Orthotics School of Applied Physiology Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA Faculty Appointment at Emory University simultaneous with faculty appointment at Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) 07/2015 – present Adjunct Associate Professor Department of Rehabilitation Medicine Emory University, Atlanta, GA
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07/2011 – 06/2015 Adjunct Associate Faculty Department of Rehabilitation Medicine Emory University, Atlanta, GA 8/2000 - 04/2002 Assistant Professor and Chair/Director
Department of Orthotic Science St. Ambrose University, Davenport, IA
06/1999 - 07/2000 Assistant Professor Prosthetics-Orthotics Program University of Texas Southwestern Medical Ctr., Dallas, TX
03/1998 - 04/1999 Director of Prosthetic & Orthotic Services, And Residency Program Director Altman Prosthetic & Orthotic Center and
Hospital for Special Care, New Britain, CT 01/1996 - 01/1998 Graduate Research Assistant Graduate Program in Allied Health
University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 01/1994 - 03/1998 Staff Prosthetist, Orthotist, and Researcher Newington Orthotic and Prosthetic Systems, Hartford, CT 01/1993 - 12/1993 Resident Prosthetist Connecticut Children’s Medical Center (formerly Newington Children’s Hospital)
Newington and Hartford, CT 07/1991 - 12/1992 Resident Orthotist Orthotic/Prosthetic Services, Dept. of Orthopaedics Southern Illinois Univ. School of Medicine, Springfield, IL 04/1991 - 06/1991 Orthotics and Prosthetics Clinical Affiliate Orthotic/Prosthetic Services, Dept. of Orthopaedics Southern Illinois Univ. School of Medicine, Springfield, IL 08/1990 Student Prosthetist Prosthetic Research Specialists
Seattle, WA 01/1988 - 09/1989 Exercise Technologist/Isokinetics Technician
Life Trends Rehabilitation and Fitness Institute Albuquerque, NM 08/1987 - 01/1988 Exercise Technologist/Co-Programs Manager
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The Club Fitness and Rehabilitation Center Albuquerque, NM 06/1986 - 08/1987 Exercise Technologist
University of New Mexico Human Performance Laboratory Albuquerque, NM
01/1986 - 12/1987 Exercise Technologist
St. Joseph Hospital Outpatient Health and Fitness Center Albuquerque, NM
Prior to 1987 Assistant Coach Duke City Dashers Age Group Track Team
Albuquerque, NM MEMBERSHIP IN PROFESSIONAL AND SCIENTIFIC SOCIETIES 06/2013 – present American Society of Biomechanics 06/2009 – present Footwear Biomechanics Group 12/1994 – present International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics 06/1994 – present American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists 12/2003 – present Craniofacial Society 06/2003 – present Georgia Society of Orthotists and Prosthetists 06/2007 – present Georgia State Science and Engineering Fair Judges 06/1986 – present American College of Sports Medicine 06/2009 – 12/2011 International Society of Biomechanics 06/2003 – 12/2010 American College of Sports Medicine, Southeast Chapter 06/1998 – 12/2010 Amputee Coalition of America 06/1996 – 12/2000 International Functional Electrical Stimulation Society 06/1998 – 12/2005 Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society HONORS AND AWARDS 2002, 2005-2007 Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers: 2008, 2016 Georgia Tech Center for Teaching and Learning Awards for Excellence in Course Instruction: 2008, 2016 APPH 6895 Lower Limb Orthotics I 2016 APPH 6209 Clinical Pathology 2016 APPH 6971 Introduction to P&O Processes and Methods 2005, 2007 Georgia Tech College of Sciences Faculty Recognition Award 2007-present Fellowship, American Academy of Orthotists & Prosthetists 2006 Outstanding Educator Award, American Academy of
Orthotists and Prosthetists 1998 Award for Excellence in Clinical Research, School of Allied Health
Sciences, University of Connecticut 1990 Council of Higher Education Academic Scholarship, University of
Washington 1982-1987 Presidential Scholarship, University of New Mexico
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1982-1983 Lincoln LaPaz Scholarship, University of New Mexico 1982-1983 Sigma Phi Epsilon Academic Scholarship, University of New Mexico SCIENTIFIC PAPER AWARDS (mentored student research) 1. Supervisor, Winner, Travel Award. Oludare S, Hovorka CF. Performance of a biomimetic rocker
profile footwear system. Proceedings of the American Society of Biomechanics, September 4-7, 2013, Omaha, NE.
2. Supervisor, Winner, Travel Award. Yan T, Hovorka CF. Mass and inertial effects of an AFO-footwear combination. Proceedings of the American Society of Biomechanics, September 4-7, 2013, Omaha, NE.
3. Supervisor, Winner, Travel Award. Sung J, Hovorka CF. muscle activation output patterns in
response to orthotic ankle constraint of motion. Proceedings of the American Society of Biomechanics, September 4-7, 2013, Omaha, NE.
4. Supervisor, Winner, Lucille Becker Outstanding Research Award in Orthotic Science, Musicus M,
Hovorka CF. Characterizing changes in plantarflexor activity in response to orthotic ankle constraint. Proceedings of the American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association National Assembly, Boston, MA, September 9, 2012.
5. Supervisor, Winner, Travel Award. Oludare S, Hovorka CF. Clinical relevance of a biomimetic
rocker profile footwear system. Proceedings of the American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association National Assembly, Boston, MA, September 9, 2012.
PUBLICATIONS Peer-Reviewed Journal Publications 1. Sawers A, Parsons S, Geil M, Hovorka C. Positive model temperature and its effect on stiffness
and percent crystallinity of polypropylene. Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics, 2007;19:3:75-83.
2. Geil MD, Hovorka CF. Written comment suggesting priority: Quantification of rehabilitation outcomes in prosthetics and orthotics. Federal Register. 2003;67:96.
3. Faghri PD, Hovorka CF, Trombower RT. Reducing edema in the lower extremity of
hemiplegic stroke patients: a non-pharmacological approach. Journal of Clinical Kinesiology. 2002:16:8:878-885.
4. Hovorka CF, Shurr DS, Bozik DS. The concept of an entry level interdisciplinary graduate
degree preparing orthotists for the new millennium Part 1: History of orthotic and prosthetic education. Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics. 2002:14:2:51-58.
5. Hovorka CF, Shurr DS, Bozik DS. The concept of an entry level interdisciplinary graduate
degree preparing orthotists for the new millennium Part 2: Master of Orthotic Science. Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics. 2002:14:2:59-70.
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6. Faghri PD, Votto JJ, and Hovorka CF. Venous hemodynamic responses to electrical stimulation. Journal of Phelebology Digest. 1999:4:19-21.
7. Faghri PD, Hovorka CF, Pesce W. Effects of NMES, voluntary exercise on hemodynamics of
lower extremities. Scope on Phelebology and Lymphology (accepted for publication)
8. Faghri PD, Hovorka CF, Pesce W. A comparison of three mechanical interventions in reducing lower limb edema in stroke patients. Rehabilitation and Assistive Technology. 1998:18:238-240.
9. Faghri PD, Votto JJ, and Hovorka CF. Venous hemodynamics of the lower extremities in
response to electrical stimulation. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. 1998:79:7: 842-848
10. Pesce WJ, Hovorka CF, Faghri PD. Central hemodynamic responses to neuromuscular
electrical stimulation in hemiplegic stroke patients. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. 1998:79:9:1189-1190.
11. Faghri PD, Votto JJ, and Hovorka CF. The effects of electrical calf muscle stimulation and
voluntary exercise on venous blood flow. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise. May 1997:29:5:Supplement.
12. Supan TJ and Hovorka CF. A review of thermoplastic ankle foot orthoses
adjustments/replacements in young cerebral palsy and spina bifida patients. Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics. Winter 1995:7:1: 15-22.
Peer Reviewed Abstracts and Conference Proceedings 1. Hovorka CF, Kogler GF, Gregor RF, Chang Y-H. Influencing motor behavior through
orthotic constraint of lower limb motion. Proceedings of the Georgia Society of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting. March 3-4, 2017, Atlanta, GA.
2. Hovorka CF, Kogler GF, Gregor RF, Chang Y-H. Motion control of a novel AFO maximizing leverage and stiffness – Gait study. Proceedings of the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting. February 19-21, 2015, New Orleans, LA.
3. Hovorka CF, Hsieh K, Kogler GF, Gregor RF, Chang Y-H. Motion control of a novel AFO
maximizing leverage and stiffness – Static loading study. Proceedings of the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting. February 19-21, 2015, New Orleans, LA.
4. Hovorka CF, Hseih C. In vivo and in vitro validation of a custom articulated AFO. Proceedings of the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting. February 26-28, 2014, Chicago, IL.
5. Oludare S, Hovorka CF, Yan T, Chang YH, Kogler GF. Biomimetic rocker profile restores shank progression during walking with orthotic ankle constraint. Proceedings of the American Society of Biomechanics. September 4-7, 2013, Omaha, Nebraska.
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6. Hovorka CF, Sung J, Eckert K, Gregor RF, Chang YH. Muscle activation changes in response to orthotic ankle constraint during walking. Proceedings of the American Society of Biomechanics. September 4-7, 2013, Omaha, Nebraska.
7. Hovorka CF. Neuromuscular activity increases with orthotic constraint of motion – emerging evidence. Proceedings of the American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association National Assembly. September 6-9, 2012, Boston, MA.
8. Hovorka CF. Movement patterns during walking are influenced by design features of a rocker
profile sole. Proceedings of the American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association National Assembly. September 6-9, 2012, Boston, MA.
9. Oludare SO, Hovorka CF. Biomimetic rocker profile restores lower limb rollover when walking with constraint of ankle-foot motion. Proceedings of the American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association National Assembly. September 6-9, 2012, Boston, MA.
10. Musicus MR, Hovorka CF. Characterizing changes in plantarflexor activity in response to
orthotic ankle constraint. Proceedings of the American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association National Assembly. September 6-9, 2012, Boston, MA.
11. Hovorka CF. Neuromuscular behavior and orthotic constraint of lower limb movement. Proceedings of the Georgia Tech School of Applied Physiology Prosthetic and Orthotic Research Symposium. April 27, 2012, Atlanta, GA.
12. Musicus MR, Hovorka CF. Characterizing changes in plantarflexor activity in response to
orthotic ankle constraint. Proceedings of the Georgia Tech School of Applied Physiology Prosthetic and Orthotic Research Symposium. April 27, 2012, Atlanta, GA.
13. Oludare S, Hovorka CF, Crawford M, Singh N. Preservation of dominant whole limb movement in response to orthotic constraint of dominant lower limb. Proceedings of the Georgia Tech School of Applied Physiology Prosthetic and Orthotic Research Symposium. April 27, 2012, Atlanta, GA.
14. Hovorka CF, Kistenberg RF, Kogler GF, Lucas B, French S, Chang, Y-H. Symposium on Applied Clinically Relevant Measures for Prosthetists and Orthotists, Proceedings of the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting, March 22, 2012, Atlanta, GA.
15. Hovorka CF, Constraining lower limb movement for motor learning. Proceedings of the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting, March 24, 2012, Atlanta, GA.
16. Hovorka CF, Kistenberg RF, Kogler, GF, Gregor RJ. A model program of science and clinical
practice in bridging the gap in translational research. Proceedings of the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium. March 4-7, 2009, Atlanta, GA.
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17. Sawers A, Parsons S, Hovorka CF. Positive model temperature and its effect on stiffness and percent crystallinity of polypropylene samples. Proceedings of the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium. March 1-4, 2006, Chicago, IL.
18. Hovorka CF, Geil MD. Biomechanical outcomes of new techniques and technology in
transfemoral prosthetics: a case study approach. Proceedings of the 11th World Congress of the International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics. August 1-6, 2004, Hong Kong, China.
19. Hovorka CF. Approaches to Post Graduate Education in Prosthetics and Orthotics – Georgia
Tech MSPO Program. Proceedings of the 11th World Congress of the International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics. August 1-6, 2004, Hong Kong, China.
20. Hovorka CF, Geil MD. Biomechanical Outcomes of New Techniques and Technology in Transfemoral Prosthetics: A Case Study Approach for Practitioners. Proceedings of the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium. February 25-28, 2004, New Orleans, LA.
21. Hovorka CF. Biomechanics and Gait in Prosthetics: A Primer for the Prosthetic & Orthotic
Technician. Proceedings of the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium. February 25-28, 2004, New Orleans, LA.
22. Hovorka CF, Geil MD. Biomechanical Outcomes of New Techniques and Technology in
Transfemoral Prosthetics: A Case Study Approach for Practitioners. Proceedings of the Florida Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting. September 11-13, 2003, St. Augustine, FL.
23. Hovorka CF. Biomechanics and Gait in Prosthetics: A Primer for the Prosthetic & Orthotic
Technician. Proceedings of the Florida Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting. September 11-13, 2003, St. Augustine, FL.
24. Hovorka CF. Approaches to Post Graduate Education in Prosthetics and Orthotics – Georgia Tech MSPO Program. Proceedings of the Florida Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting. September 11-13, 2003, St. Augustine, FL.
25. Hovorka CF. Approaches to Post Graduate Education. Proceedings of the American Academy
of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting. March 20-22, 2003, San Diego, CA. 26. Hovorka CF. Post-Graduate Education in Prosthetics and Orthotics. Report on the Prosthetic
and Orthotic Educators Meeting. School of Health Sciences, Jönköping University, August 14-17, 2002, Jönköping, Sweden.
27. Cole D, Hovorka CF, Madden L, and Passariello L. Orthopedic Complications of Acquired
Brain Injury: A Case Presentation. Proceedings of the Search for Common Ground: Innovations for Clinical and Community Settings, Annual Meeting. Trinity College, June, 1999, Hartford, CT.
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28. Pesce WJ, Hovorka CF, and Faghri PD. Central Hemodynamic Responses to Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation in Hemiplegic Stroke Patients. Proceedings of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. November, 1998, Seattle, WA.
29. Faghri PD, Hovorka CF, and Pesce WJ. A Comparison of Three Mechanical Interventions in
Reducing Lower Limb Edema in Stroke Patients. Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering Society of North America (RESNA), International Meeting. June, 1998, Minneapolis, MN.
30. Faghri PD, Votto JJ, and Hovorka CF. Central Hemodynamic Responses to Loaded and
Unloaded ES-Induced and Voluntary Contractions of the Lower Leg. Proceedings of the Second Annual International Functional Electrical Stimulation Society (IFESS ’97) and Neural Prosthesis: Motor Systems 5 (NP ’97). pp. 25-28, August, 1997, Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada.
31. Faghri PD, Hovorka CF, and Votto JJ. Circulatory Responses to Electrical Stimulation of
Lower Limb Muscles of Healthy Subjects. Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering Society of North America (RESNA), International Meeting. June, 1997, Pittsburgh, PA.
32. Faghri PD, Hovorka CF, and Votto JJ. Effects of ES-induced and Voluntary Exercise of the
Lower Limbs on the Cardiovascular System. Proceedings of the New England American College of Sports Medicine Regional Meeting. September, 1997, Providence, RI.
33. Hovorka CF and Supan TJ. A Retrospective Review of Thermoplastic Ankle Foot Orthosis
Utilization in a Pediatric Patient Population. Proceedings of the International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics, 8th World Congress. pp. 102, April, 1995, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
34. Hovorka CF and Supan TJ. A Retrospective Review of Thermoplastic Ankle Foot Orthosis
Adjustments and Replacements in Cerebral Palsy and Spina Bifida Patients, Proceedings of the Canadian Association of Prosthetists and Orthotists Annual Meeting. July, 1994, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Book Chapters 1. Hovorka, CF, Acker DA. “Orthotic Considerations for Arthritis and Overuse Syndromes in the
Upper Extremity” in Webster J, Murphy DP (eds.). Atlas of Orthoses and Assistive Devices. 5th ed. Philadelphia: Elsevier, Inc., (in press, anticipated January, 2018).
2. Hovorka CF, Kogler GF. “Section XVI Orthotics” in Roy S, Wolf SA, Scalzitti DA, Rolthstein
JM (eds.). The Rehabilitation Specialist’s Handbook. 4th ed. Philadelphia: FA Davis Company; 2013, p. 1020-1040.
3. Hovorka CF, Geil MD, Lusardi MM. Chapter 7: “Biomechanical Principles of Orthotic and
Prosthetic Design” in Lusardi MM, Nielsen CC (eds.). Orthotics and Prosthetics in Rehabilitation. 2nd ed. Boston: Butterworth Heinemann; 2007, p. 135-154.
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4. Ford N, Helmbring A, Hodge MC, Hovorka CF, Kogler G, Lilja M, Raschke S. Prosthetic & Orthotic Educators Meeting, Developing Strategies for the Future of P&O University Education. Post Meeting Book. Jönköping, Sweden: Department of Rehabilitation, School of Health Sciences, Jönköping University Press; January 2003.
Doctoral Thesis Hovorka CF, Gregor RJ, Chang Y-H, Kogler GF, Wolf SL, Millard-Stafford M. Influencing motor behavior through constraint of lower limb movement. Doctoral thesis, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA, May 2015. Master’s Thesis Hovorka CF, Faghri PD, Maresh CM, and Cosmas AC. Hemodynamic effects of neuromuscular electrical stimulation, sequential pneumatic compression, leg elevation, and supine resting on lower extremity edema in hemiplegic stroke patients. Master’s thesis, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, June, 1998. Other Publications 1. Pal S. Hovorka CF interview regarding Clinical use of plantar pressure measurement. Lower
Extremity Review, September 2016. http://lerfoothealth.com/diabetic-foot-care/clinical-use-of-plantar-pressure-measurement/
2. Hovorka CF. Prosthetics and Orthotics at Georgia Tech: Celebrating a Decade of Achievement. O&P Edge Magazine, March 2012.
3. Hovorka CF, Geil M. Letter to the Editor. O&P Business News. Vol. 11, No. 4:12-15, July 15, 2002.
4. Hovorka CF. A multidisciplinary approach to prosthetic and orthotic rehabilitation. Advance for Directors in Rehabilitation. Vol. 10, No. 5: 36-40, May, 2001.
5. Hovorka CF. Comparative Foot Morphology
(http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparative_foot_morphology). Created April 2009. RESEARCH GRANTS Role Grant Number Source of Funds
Title of Project Total Project Period Amount
PI Center for Orthotic and Prosthetic Learning and Outcomes Evidence-Based Practice,
Gait and motion control benefits of custom molded passive-dynamic AFOs versus custom fit carbon composite AFOs in persons
8/1/2017-7/31/2018 $15,000
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American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association
with neuromuscular impairment
Consultant National Science Foundation, Career Award
Dynamical Control of Immediate Locomotor Compensations in the Leg during Rhythmic Hopping
12/2008-12/2013 $1,100,000
PI Orthotic and Prosthetic Education and Research Foundation
Clinical education and research on short-term dosage of lower limb orthotic constraint of movement as a strategy for neuromuscular learning
7/1/2012-6/29/2013 $2,500
PI Center for Orthotic and Prosthetic Learning and Outcomes Evidence/Based Practice, American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association
Influence of the rocker profile in an orthosis-footwear combination to modulate neuromuscular behavior
7/1/2011-6/29/2012 $7,500
Consultant Department of Education Grant (#84.235R: years I and III, #84.235J: year II)
Advancing Orthotic & Prosthetic Care through Research, Standards of Practice and Outreach (American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Project Quantum Leap)
1/1/2006-12/31/2011
$1,500,000
PI Orthotic and Prosthetic Education and Research Foundation
Clinical education and research on lower limb orthotic constraint of movement as a strategy for neuromuscular learning
7/1/2010-6/29/2011 $2,500
Center for Orthotic and Prosthetic Learning and Outcomes Evidence/Based Practice, American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association
Exploiting lower limb orthotic constraint of movement as a strategy for neuromuscular recalibration
7/1/2010-6/29/2011 $7,361
Consultant National Institute of Health Pre-Doctoral
Training scientists in prosthetics and orthotics
6/1/2008-5/50/2013 $1,250,000
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Institutional Training Grant (T-32) Co-PI Bauerfeind USA Inc.
Determining the Stabilizing Features of the SofTec Genu in a Comparison Study Using a Knee Simulator
6/1/2007-12/1/2007 $1,194
Co-PI American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists/Dept. of Education
Prosthetic Foot and Ankle Mechanisms On- Line Education Project
6/1/2006-5/30/2007 $28,540
Co-PI American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists/Dept. of Education
Orthotic and Pedorthic Management of the Neuropathic Foot On-Line Education Project
6/1/2005-5/30/2006 $27,000
Co-PI American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists/Dept. of Education
Orthotic Treatment of Plagiocephaly On-Line Education Project
6/1/2004-5/30/2005 $20,044
Co-PI American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists/Dept. of Education
Orthotic Treatment of Idiopathic Scoliosis and Scheuermann’s Kyphosis On-Line Education Project
6/1/2004-5/30/2005 $21,838
Co-PI Jacob and Valeria Langeloth Foundation
The St. Ambrose University Master of Orthotic Science Program
6/1/2001-5/30/2003 $97,557
Co-PI Scott County Regional Authority
Establishment of a Master’s Program in Orthotic Science, St. Ambrose University Grant #02239
6/1/2000-5/30/2001 $40,000
Co-PI Iowa SCRIPT Grant (Supporting Changes and Reform in Interprofessional Preservice Training)
Symposium on family centered practice in early childhood curricula
6/1/2000-5/30/2001 $6,750
PI Southwestern Allied Health Sciences School Institutional Research Grant
Determining information requirements of geriatric patients undergoing their first planned lower limb amputation
6/1/1999-5/30/2000 $2,051
Co-PI Altman Prosthetic and Orthotic Center and
Collaborative orthotics and prosthetics research
6/1/1998-5/30/2000 $52,598
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the Graduate Program in Allied Health at the University of Connecticut Co-I Hospital for Special Care Rehabilitation Grant
Prevention of lower limb blood flow stasis and subsequent deep venous thrombosis and pulmonary embolism in immobilized and geriatric patients
6/1/1996-5/30/1998 $55,000
PI and Major Advisor to Funded Student Research at Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA Student (Major) Source of Funds
Title of Project Total Project Period Amount
Ashley Fults (BS, Biomedical Engineering) President’s Undergraduate Research Award (PURA)
Development and assessment of a novel heel footwear system to facilitate rollover dynamics during gait
1/1/2015-5/31/2015 $1,500
Kyle Schadt (BS, Computer Science) PURA
Prediction of muscle activation to prolonged orthotic ankle constraint
8/1/2015-12/15/2015
$1,500
Nafiz Sheikh (BS, Biomedical Engineering) PURA
Muscle activation compensation output of proximal muscles to orthotic ankle constraint
1/1/2014-5/31/2014 $1,500
Morgan Hinchey (BS, Mechanical Engineering) PURA
Comparative analysis of footwear rollover performance in AFO-footwear combinations
1/1/2014-5/31/2014 $1,500
Simisola Oludare (BS, Biomedical Engineering) PURA
Performance of a biomimetic rocker profile footwear system
8/1/2013-12/31/2013
$1,500
Tiffany Yan (BS, Biomedical Engineering) PURA
Mass and inertial effects of AFO-footwear combination
8/1/2013-12/31/2013
$1,500
Jaemin Sung (BS, Biomedical Engineering) PURA
Muscle activation output patterns in response to orthotic ankle constraint
8/1/2013-12/31/2013
$1,500
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Katherine Hseih (BS, Exercise Science, University of Georgia) National Science Foundation Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE)
In vitro and in vivo motion control validation of a custom ankle foot orthosis system
05/1/2013-08/31/2013
$6,000
Simisola Oludare (BS, Biomedical Engineering) PURA
Performance of a biomimetic rocker profile footwear system
8/1/2012-12/31/2012
$1,500
Vladislav Voizanov (BS, Biomedical Engineering, Louisiana Tech) National Science Foundation Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE)
Methods to quantify motion control functions of a custom ankle foot orthosis system
05/1/2012-08/31/2012
$6,000
TEACHING University of Pittsburgh Courses – MS in P&O (RST) Graduate Level Courses Served as lead instructor and course designer Fall 2017 – Present
HRS 2781 Upper Extremity Orthotics (3 credits; 9 contact hours), HRS2773 Introduction to Materials, Equipment and Fabrication (2 credits; 5.75 contact hours)
Georgia Tech Courses – MS in P&O (School of Biological Sciences) Graduate Level Courses Served as lead instructor and course designer Fall 2002 – 2016 APPH 6209 Clinical Pathology (2 credits; 3 contact hours) Fall 2016
APPH 6971 Intro. to P&O Processes & Clinical Methods (1 credit, 3 contact hours) Fall 2002 – 2010 and 2015
APPH 6982 Spinal Orthotics (4 credits, 11 contact hours) Fall 2002 - 2009 and 2016 APPH 6895 Lower Limb Orthotics I (3 credits, 10.5 contact hours) Fall 2002 - 2008
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APPH 6999A Clinical Methods I/Clinical Practicum I (1 credit, 2 contact hours) Spring 2002 – 2009 and 2016
APPH 6896 Lower Limb Orthotics II (4 credits, 11 contact hours) Spring 2002 - 2015
APPH 6983 Upper Limb Orthotics (3 credits, 8 contact hours) Spring 2015
APPH 6981 Upper Limb Prosthetics (4 credits, 11 contact hours)
Georgia Tech Courses – MS in P&O (School of Biological Sciences) Graduate Level Courses Served as secondary course instructor and contributed to course design and instruction Fall 2003 - 2015
APPH 6202 Clinical Gait Analysis (3 credit hours; 5 contact hours) Fall 2009 – 2015
APPH 6896 Lower Limb Orthotics I (3 credit hours; 10.5 contact hours) Fall 2012 - 2015
APPH 6971 Intro. to P&O Processes & Clinical Methods (1 credit, 3 contact hours) Spring 2015 – 2016
APPH 8009 Research Seminar I (1 credit, 3 to 10 contact hours) Spring 2015 - 2016
APPH 8012 Research Seminar III (3 credits, 3 to 15 contact hours)
St. Ambrose University – Master of Orthotic Science (College of Health and Human Services) Graduate Level Courses 2000 – 2002 Served as lead course designer Fall courses
MOS 500 Pharmacology in Orthotics (2 credits, 5 contact hours) MOS 510 Lower Extremity Orthotic Science I (5 credits, 11 contact hours) MOS 531 Clinical Education III (1 credit, 1 contact hour) MOS 610 Upper Extremity Orthotic Science (5 credits, 11 contact hours)
Spring courses MOS 520 Lower Extremity Orthotic Science II (5 credits, 11 contact hours) MOS 530 Clinical Education I (1 credits, 1 contact hour) MOS 620 Spinal Orthotic Science (6 credits, 13 contact hours) MOS 631 Clinical Education IV (2 credits, 2 contact hours) MOS 640 CAD CAM in Orthotic Science (1 credit, 3 contact hours) MOS 650 Capstone in Orthotic Science (4 credits, 8 contact hours)
Summer courses MOS 531 Clinical Education II (3 credits, 3 contact hours)
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University of Texas Southwestern – Prosthetics and Orthotics program, (School of Health Professions) Undergraduate Level Courses Served as secondary course instructor and contributed to course design and instruction Fall 2000 Intro. to Prosthetic and Orthotic Research (3 credits, 3 contact hours) Spring 2000 Lower Extremity Orthotics (4 credits, 8 contact hours) Spring 2000 Spinal Orthotics (4 credits, 8 contact hours) Symposia, Instructional Courses, Workshops, Seminars, Short Courses 1. (Keynote Speaker) “Orthotic Ankle Constraint Changes Muscle Activation during Walking”.
Georgia Tech School of Applied Physiology Prosthetic and Orthotic Research Symposium, Atlanta, Georgia, April 19, 2013.
2. (Invited Speaker) “Movement patterns during walking are influenced by design features of a rocker
profile sole”. American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association National Assembly, Boston, Massachusetts, September 7, 2012.
3. (Symposium Chair) “Symposium on Applied Clinically Relevant Measures for Prosthetists and
Orthotists”. American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting, Atlanta, Georgia, March 22, 2012.
4. (Keynote Speaker) “Constraining Lower Limb Movement for Motor Learning”. Emory School of
Medicine, Center for Rehabilitation Medicine Grand Rounds, Atlanta, Georgia, September 21, 2010.
5. (Invited Speaker) “Academic Educator Perspective - Research Advancement in the Profession of
Prosthetics and Orthotics. Symposium: Perspectives on P&O Research – Finding Common Ground”. American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium. Chicago, Illinois, March 26, 2010.
6. (Keynote Speaker) “Primer on Spinal Orthotics and Upper Limb Orthotics for Physicians in
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation”. Emory Center for Rehabilitation Medicine, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Grand Rounds, Atlanta, Georgia, May 15, 2008.
7. (Keynote Speaker) “Primer on Lower Limb Orthoses for Physicians in Physical Medicine and
Rehabilitation”. Emory Center for Rehabilitation Medicine, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Grand Rounds, Atlanta, Georgia, May 8, 2008.
8. (Session Moderator) “Free Papers – Lower Limb Orthotics”. American Academy of Orthotists and
Prosthetists Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium. Orlando, Florida, March 1, 2008.
9. (Keynote Speaker) “British Columbia Institute of Technology. Advanced Degree Planning in Prosthetics and Orthotics for Canada”. Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, July 27, 2007.
10. (Session Moderator) “Free Papers – Pediatric Orthotics”. American Academy of Orthotists and
Prosthetists Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium. San Francisco, California, March 24, 2007.
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11. (Invited Speaker) “Spinal Orthotics: A Primer for Physicians in Physical Medicine and
Rehabilitation”. Emory Center for Rehabilitation Medicine, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Grand Rounds, Atlanta, Georgia, August 3, 2006.
12. (Invited Speaker) “Overview of Prosthetics and the Athlete with Limb Loss”. Emory Center for
Rehabilitation Medicine, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Grand Rounds, Atlanta, Georgia, June 1, 2006.
13. (Session Co-moderator) “Free Paper Oral Presentations: Advanced Knee Mechanisms”. 11th World Congress of the International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics, Hong Kong, China, August 1-6, 2004.
14. (Session Moderator) “Free Paper Oral Presentations: Technical Software Demonstrations”. 11th
World Congress of the International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics, Hong Kong, China, August 1-6, 2004.
15. (Invited Speaker) “Biomechanics and Gait in Prosthetics: A Primer for The Prosthetic & Orthotic
Technician”. American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium, New Orleans, Louisiana, February 25-28, 2004.
16. (Invited Speaker) “Biomechanical Outcomes of New Techniques and Technology in Transfemoral
Prosthetics: A Case Study Approach for Practitioners” Florida Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting, St. Augustine, Florida, September 16-18, 2003.
17. (Invited Speaker) “Biomechanics and Gait in Prosthetics: A Primer for The Prosthetic & Orthotic
Technician”. Florida Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting, St. Augustine, Florida, September 16-18, 2003.
18. (Invited Speaker) “Approaches to Post Graduate Education in Prosthetics and Orthotics –
Georgia Tech MSPO Program”. Florida Association of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting. St. Augustine, Florida, September 16-18, 2003.
19. (Keynote Speaker) “Post-Graduate Education in Prosthetics and Orthotics”. Prosthetic and
Orthotic Educators Meeting, School of Health Sciences, Jönköping University, Jönköping, Sweden, August 14-17, 2002.
20. (Session Moderator) “Team Management of Cerebral Palsy”, International Society for Prosthetics
and Orthotics. Dallas, Texas, November, 1999. Invited Lectures 1. Hovorka CF, Kogler GF, Gregor RF, Chang Y-H. Influencing motor behavior through
orthotic constraint of lower limb motion. Georgia Society of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting. Atlanta, GA, March 3-4, 2017.
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2. Hovorka CF, Kogler GF, Gregor RF, Chang Y-H. Motion control of a novel AFO maximizing leverage and stiffness – Gait study. American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting. New Orleans, LA, February 19-21, 2015.
3. Hovorka CF, Hsieh K, Kogler GF, Gregor RF, Chang Y-H. Motion control of a novel AFO
maximizing leverage and stiffness – Static loading study. American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting. New Orleans, LA, February 19-21, 2015.
4. Hovorka CF. Influencing motor behavior through constraint of lower limb movement.
Dissertation Defense. Georgia Tech School of Applied Physiology. Atlanta, GA. December 12, 2014.
5. Hovorka CF, Sung J, Eckert K, Gregor RF, Chang YH. Muscle activation changes in response
to orthotic ankle constraint during walking. American Society of Biomechanics. Omaha, NE, September 6, 2013.
6. Hovorka CF. Neuromuscular activity increases with orthotic constraint of motion – emerging
evidence. American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association National Assembly, Boston, MA, September 9, 2012.
7. Hovorka CF. Neuromuscular Behavior and Orthotic Constraint of Lower Limb Movement.
Georgia Tech School of Applied Physiology Prosthetic and Orthotic Research Symposium, Atlanta, GA, April 27, 2012.
8. Hovorka CF. Constraining Lower Limb Movement for Motor Learning and Rehabilitation.
American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting, Atlanta, GA, March 24, 2012.
9. Hovorka CF. Constraining Lower Limb Movement for Motor Learning and Rehabilitation.
School of Applied Physiology, Doctoral Student Seminar Series, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA, September 14, 2011.
10. Hovorka CF, MacDonald, Pirouz, Hill M. Orthotics and Prosthetics in the New Millennium.
National Youth Leadership Forum in Medicine. Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA, July 23, 2009.
11. Hovorka CF. Exploring the Dynamics of Gait through a Lower Limb Rocker Simulation.
Biomechanics and Neural Control Seminar. Georgia Tech Center for Human Movement Studies. Atlanta, GA, June 6, 2008.
12. Hovorka CF. Case Studies in Lower Limb Orthotics. Emory Center for Rehabilitation
Medicine, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Grand Rounds, Atlanta, GA, May 13, 2008. 13. Hovorka CF. Orthotics and Prosthetics in the New Millennium. National Youth Leadership
Forum in Medicine. Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA, July 20, 2006.
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14. Hovorka CF. Assessment of Literature Reviews in Orthotics and Prosthetics. American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Literature Review Workshop. Seattle, WA, January 21, 2005.
15. Hovorka CF. Creating a New Kind of Science Program in Prosthetics and Orthotics. 1st Annual
Georgia Institute of Technology College of Sciences Open House, Atlanta, GA, February 5, 2005.
16. Hovorka CF, Geil MD. Biomechanical outcomes of new techniques and technology in
transfemoral prosthetics: a case study approach. Proceedings of the 11th World Congress of the International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics, Hong Kong, China, August 1-6, 2004.
17. Hovorka CF. Approaches to Post Graduate Education in Prosthetics and Orthotics – Georgia
Tech MSPO Program. Proceedings of the 11th World Congress of the International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics, Hong Kong, China, August 1-6, 2004.
18. Hovorka CF. Biomechanical Outcomes of New Techniques and Technology in Transfemoral
Prosthetics: A Case Study Approach for Practitioners. American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium, New Orleans, LA, February 25-28, 2004.
19. Hovorka CF. Update on the Georgia Tech Master of Science in Prosthetics Program National
Association of Prosthetic and Orthotic Educators, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, April 25, 2003.
20. Hovorka CF. Summary Report on the Prosthetic and Orthotic Educators Meeting (POEM),
National Association of Prosthetic and Orthotic Educators, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, April 25, 2003.
21. Hovorka CF. Approaches to Post-Graduate Education in Prosthetics and Orthotics, American
Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting, San Diego, CA, March 20-22, 2003.
22. Hovorka CF. Unique Approaches to Post-Graduate Education in Prosthetics and Orthotics, Georgia Society of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting, Atlanta, GA, February 7-8, 2003.
23. Hovorka CF. Progress Report on the St. Ambrose University Master of Orthotic Science
Program, American Prosthetics and Orthotics Semi Annual Meeting, Iowa City, IA, October, 2001.
24. Hovorka CF. St. Ambrose University, the First Master of Orthotic Science in the United States,
10th World Congress of the International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics, Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom, July, 2001.
25. Hovorka CF. Evolution and Establishment of the St. Ambrose University Master of Orthotic
Science, Midwest Chapter of the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists, Bloomingdale, IL, June, 2001.
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26. Hovorka CF. Establishment of the St. Ambrose University Master of Orthotic Science, American Prosthetics and Orthotics Semi Annual Meeting, Iowa City, IA, April, 2001.
27. Hovorka CF. St. Ambrose University Master of Orthotic Science, American Academy of
Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting, Dallas, TX, March 2001.
28. Hovorka CF. Concept of the St. Ambrose University Master of Orthotic Science, American Prosthetics and Orthotics Semi Annual Meeting, Iowa City, IA, September, 2000.
29. Hovorka CF. Orthotic Treatment of Lower Extremity Fractures, Department of Physical
Medicine and Rehabilitation Grand Rounds, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX, February, 2000.
30. Hovorka CF. Orthotic Treatment of Foot Pathologies, Department of Physical Medicine and
Rehabilitation Grand Rounds, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX, February, 2000.
31. Hovorka CF. Cast Immobilization of the Acute Unstable Spine, Spinal Orthotics Course,
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Prosthetics-Orthotics Program and Parkland Memorial Hospital, Department of Orthopaedics, Dallas, TX, February, 2000.
32. Hovorka CF. Orthotic Treatment of Foot Disorders, In-Service for Parkland Memorial
Hospital Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy Service, Dallas, TX, January, 2000.
33. Hovorka CF. Reducing Edema in the Lower Extremity of Hemiplegic Stroke Patients: A Non-
Pharmaceutical Approach. Texas Chapter of the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting, Nassau Bay, TX, July, 1999.
34. Hovorka CF. Lower Limb Prosthetics. Crestfield Hospital, Outpatient Rehabilitation In-Service
Education Series, Manchester, CT, June, 1998.
35. Hovorka CF. Spinal Pathology and Orthotic Treatment. Hospital for Special Care, Physician’s Continuing Education Series, New Britain, CT, May, 1998.
36. Hovorka CF. Hemodynamic Effects of Neuromusuclar Electrical Stimulation, Sequential
Pneumatic Compression, Leg Elevation, and Supine Resting on Lower Extremity Edema in Hemiplegic Stroke Patients. Graduate Research Seminar, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, May, 1998.
37. Hovorka CF. The Prosthetics and Orthotics Profession: Affecting Persons with Disability.
Manchester Community Technical College, Manchester, CT, February, 1998.
38. Hovorka CF, PD Faghri, and JJ Votto. Effects of ES-Induced and Voluntary Exercise of the Lower Limbs on the Cardiovascular System. New England American College of Sports Medicine, Regional Meeting, Providence, RI, September, 1997.
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39. Hovorka CF, Faghri PD, and Votto JJ. Central Hemodynamic Responses to Loaded and Unloaded ES-Induced and Voluntary Contractions of the Lower Leg. 2nd Annual International Functional Electrical Stimulation Society Meeting, Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada, August, 1997.
40. Hovorka CF, Fahgri PD, Votto JJ, and Schoomaker J. The Effects of Electrical Calf Muscle
Stimulation and Voluntary Exercise on Venous Blood Flow. American College of Sports Medicine National Meeting, Denver, CO, May, 1997.
41. Hovorka CF. Orthotics and Prosthetics Database Information Search and Retrieval, Newington
Orthotic and Prosthetic Systems Clinical Staff Inservices, Connecticut Children’s Medical Center, Newington Campus, Newington, CT, March, 1996.
42. Hovorka CF. Prosthetic Management of a Bilateral Lower Limb Amputee Involving the Van-
New Rotation-Plasty, 9th Annual Mimi Cameo Covert Memorial Lecture, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Springfield, IL, October, 1995.
43. Hovorka CF and Supan TJ. A Retrospective Review of Thermoplastic Ankle Foot Orthosis
Utilization in Young Cerebral Palsy and Spina Bifida Patients. International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics, 8th World Congress, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, April, 1995.
44. Hovorka CF. Principles of Prosthetic Treatment for the Lower Limb Amputee, Hospital for
Special Care Clinical In-Services, New Britain, CT, March, 1995.
45. Hovorka CF. Orthotic Applications for the Limbs and Spine, An Overview of Treatment Principles and Types of Devices, Hospital for Special Care Clinical In-Services, New Britain, CT January, 1995.
46. Hovorka CF and Supan TJ. A Retrospective Review of Thermoplastic Ankle Foot Orthosis
Utilization in a Pediatric Patient Population, Canadian Association of Prosthetists and Orthotists Annual Meeting, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, July, 1994.
47. Hovorka CF. Orthotic Management of the Lower Limbs, Mount Sinai Hospital Clinical In-
Services, Hartford, CT, May, 1994.
48. Hovorka CF. Prosthetic Management of Van Nes Rotation-Plasty, Connecticut Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Annual Meeting, Wallingford, CT, April, 1994.
49. Hovorka CF. Research in a Clinical Setting, Newington Orthotic and Prosthetic Systems
Clinical Staff In-Services, Newington Children‘s Hospital, Newington, CT, April, 1994.
50. Hovorka CF. A Telephone Survey for the Unilateral Trans-Tibial Geriatric Amputee with Amputation Performed up to One Year Ago Secondary to Vascular Insufficiency, Resident Research Project Presentations, Newington Children’s Hospital, Newington, CT, December, 1993.
51. Hovorka CF. Van Nes Rotation-Plasty, Resident Case Presentations, Newington Children’s
Hospital, Newington, CT September and October, 1993.
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52. Hovorka CF. Use of Computer Aided Design in Prosthetics, National Science Foundation
Transition Program and Central Connecticut State University, Newington Children’s Hospital, Newington, CT, July, 1993.
53. Hovorka CF and Supan TJ. A Retrospective Review of Thermoplastic Ankle Foot Orthoses
Adjustments & Replacements in Patients Age Zero to 21, American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association National Assembly, Orlando, FL, October, 1992.
54. Hovorka CF. Pediatric Thermoplastic Ankle Foot Orthosis Treatment- A Retrospective
Review- 1982-1992, 6th Annual Mimi Cameo Covert Memorial Lecture, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Springfield, IL, September, 1992.
55. Hovorka CF. Case Presentations in Orthotic Treatment. Southern Illinois University School of
Medicine Orthotic/Prosthetic Services, Springfield, IL:
Diabetes Mellitus, December, 1992 Friedreich’s Ataxia, October, 1992 Tibialis Posterior Tendon Insufficiency and Rupture, August, 1992 Lower Extremity Developmental Orthotic Treatments for the Pediatric Neuromotor
Impaired- A Review and Critique, July, 1992 Cerebral Palsy, Part II, July, 1992 Diabetic Neuroarthropathies, April, 1992 Cerebral Palsy, Part I, November, 1991 Plantar Fasciitis, October, 1991 Post-Poliomyelitis Syndrome, September, 1991 Myelomeningocele, August, 1991 Pes Valgoplanus Foot and Ankle Deformity, July, 1991 Cerebrovascular Accident, June, 1991
56. Hovorka CF. Staff In-Service Presentations. Southern Illinois University School of Medicine
Orthotic/Prosthetic Services, Springfield, IL: Ankle Foot Orthosis Engineering, June, 1992 Knee Ankle Foot Orthoses, General Clinical Indications, Design Principles and
Components, August, 1991 57. Hovorka, CF. Physiatry Residents Conference presentations on Prosthetic Treatment of the
Lower Limb Amputee. University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, WA: Knee Units for Above Knee Amputees, December, 1990 Knee Disarticulation Amputation – Prosthetic Aspects, November, 1990.
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Invited Lectures: Undergraduate Students Supervised (Thesis and Non-Thesis Research) 1. Oludare S, Hovorka CF, Yan T, Chang YH, Kogler GF. Biomimetic rocker profile restores
shank progression during walking with orthotic ankle constraint. American Society of Biomechanics. Omaha, NE, September 6, 2013.
2. Oludare S, Hovorka CF. Biomimetic rocker profile restores lower limb progression when walking with constraint of ankle motion. Georgia Tech School of Applied Physiology Prosthetic and Orthotic Research Symposium, Atlanta, GA, April 19, 2013.
3. Sung J, Eckert K, Hovorka CF, Chang YH. Muscle activation changes in response to orthotic
ankle constraint during walking. Georgia Tech Undergraduate Research Symposium, Atlanta, GA, April 11, 2013.
4. Oludare SO, Yan T, Hovorka CF, Kogler GF, Chang YH. Biomimetic rocker profile preserves
lower limb forward progression when walking with orthotic ankle constraint. Georgia Tech Undergraduate Research Symposium, Atlanta, GA, April 11, 2013.
5. Musicus M, Hovorka CF. Characterizing changes in plantarflexor activity in response to
orthotic ankle constraint. American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association National Assembly, Boston, MA, September 9, 2012.
Winner of the Lucille Becker Outstanding Research Award in Orthotic Science
6. Oludare SO, Hovorka CF. Biomimetic rocker profile restores lower limb rollover when walking with constraint of ankle-foot motion. American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association National Assembly, Boston, MA, September 9, 2012.
7. Oludare S, Hovorka CF. Preservation of dominant whole limb movement in response to orthotic constraint of dominant lower limb. Georgia Tech School of Applied Physiology Prosthetic and Orthotic Research Symposium, Atlanta, GA, April 27, 2012
8. Cole D, Hovorka CF, Madden L, and Passariello L. Orthopedic Complications of Acquired Brain Injury: A Case Presentation, NeuroHealth for the New Millennium Interactive Conference Focusing on Brain Injury, Philadelphia, PA, September, 1999.
Undergraduate Students Supervised (Thesis Research) Simisola Oludare, BS Biomedical Engineering, “Influence of rocker profile footwear on rollover during walking”. Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA, June, 2014. Graduate Students Supervised (Thesis Research) Emily Simonds, MS BioEngineering, “Variable stiffness foot orthosis – granular jamming innovation”. Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA, 2016
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Graduate Students Supervised (Non-Thesis Research) Megan Crawford, MS Prosthetics and Orthotics “Neuromuscular adaptation to length dependent orthotic constraint of lower limb movement”, Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA, 2012-2014. Marina Musicus, MS Prosthetics and Orthotics, “Characterizing changes in plantarflexor activity in response to orthotic ankle constraint”. Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA, 2010-2012.
**Winner of Georgia Tech School of Applied Physiology Prosthetic-Orthotic Research Capstone Award, 2012 **Winner of Otto and Lucille Becker Award for Applied Research in Orthotic Science, American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association, 2012
Michael Hansen, MS Prosthetics and Orthotics, “Influence of transverse rotation of tibia/fibula upon medial longitudinal arch dynamics”. Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA, 2006-2007
Andrew Sawers, MS Prosthetics and Orthotics and Sarah Parsons, “Positive model temperature and its effect on stiffness and percent crystallinity of polypropylene samples”. Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA, 2004-2005.
Steven Gaw, MS Prosthetics and Orthotics, “Prosthetic ankle/foot performance to external loads producing inversion and eversion”. Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA, 2007-2008.
Lee Childers, MS Prosthetics and Orthotics, “Pedaling asymmetry in unilateral transtibial amputee cycling” Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA, 2006-2007. SERVICE Committee Participation Georgia Institute of Technology and School wide 2002 - 2016 MS in Prosthetics and Orthotics Program Admissions Committee 2010 – 2016 Prosthetics and Orthotics Capstone Research Award
(Committee Chair) 2003 – 2014 Graduate Program Directors Committee 1/2012 – 2/2012 School of Applied Physiology Assessment Committee
(Committee Chair) St. Ambrose University 2001 – 2002 General Education Degree Committee University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center 1999 – 2000 Institutional Research Committee 1999 – 2000 Subcommittee on Research Information (Subcommittee Chair) Local, State, National and International Committees 2006 – present Advisor, National Youth Leadership Forum in Medicine
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2012 – 2014 Board Member, Metropolitan Atlanta Paralympic Sports Coalition 2004 – 2010 Commissioner, National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education
(NCOPE) 2010 - 2011 NCOPE Futurity Committee (Pre-O&P Degree Formulation) 2006 - 2010 NCOPE Master’s Degree Curriculum Committee 2007 - 2010 NCOPE Policy Committee 2007 - 2010 NCOPE National Education Standards Committee American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists (AAOP) 2008 – 2012 AAOP Awareness Committee 2009 – 2012 AAOP Women in Orthotics and Prosthetics Co-Educational Mentorship
program 2005 – 2008 AAOP Publications Committee 2006 – 2007 AAOP Research Council 2005 – 2007 AAOP Grants Committee 2004 – 2006 National Association of Prosthetic and Orthotic Educators
(Secretary/Treasurer) 08/2007-10/2007 Joint Credentials Committee of Canada, Advanced Degree Planning for
Prosthetics and Orthotics 07/2007 – 06/2010 Advanced Degree Assessment Committee, British Columbia Institute of
Technology, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Conference Committees 6/2007-4/2008 Clinical Content Committee, American Academy of Orthotists and
Prosthetists Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium 2001 – 2002 Convening Committee, Prosthetic and Orthotic Educators Meeting,
Jönköping University, Jönköping, Sweden Editorial Board 2004 – 2014 Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics Journal Peer Review 2004 – present Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics 2012 IEEE Transactions on Neural Systems and Rehabilitation Engineering Grant Review Panel Member 12/2016 Department of Defense Congressionally Directed Medical Research
Programs (CDMRP) in Orthotics Textbook, Magazine and Web Site Peer Review 2003 – present Advisory Board, The O&P Edge Magazine 2012 – present SLACK Inc. Healthcare Textbooks and Journals 2002 – present Southwest Georgia Area Health Education Center
(Health Careers in Georgia) Community Service 2008 – 2016 Tier I Judge (Grades 9-12) Georgia State Science and Engineering Fair
(Medicine and Health)
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2005-2013 National Youth Leadership Forum in Medicine, Prosthetic and Orthotic Career Day
2010 Clinical Mentor, Prosthetic and Orthotic Clinical Service, Orange Walk Town and Belize City, Belize
2008 Grand Awards Judge (Grades 9-12) 59th Annual Intel International Science and Engineering Fair (Medicine and Health)
2000 – 2002 Quad City Health Consortium 1999 – 2000 Northwest Dallas/Fort Worth Independent School District Annual K-12
Science Fair (Judge for Grades 9-12) Undergraduate and Graduate Students Supervised (Thesis and Non-Thesis Research) 1. Adrienne Dooley, (Biomedical Engineering), “Development and assessment of a novel heel
footwear system to facilitate rollover dynamics during gait”. Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA, 2017 - present.
2. Sarah Bernardes, (Biomedical Engineering), “Development and assessment of a novel heel
footwear system to facilitate rollover dynamics during gait)” Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA, 2016-present
3. Ashleigh Fults, (Biomedical Engineering), “Development and assessment of a novel heel
footwear system to facilitate rollover dynamics during gait”. Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA, 2015 - present
Winner of the Spring 2017 Georgia Tech President’s Undergraduate Research Salary Award
4. Olivia Lodise, (Biomedical Engineering), “Assessment of a muscle activation patterns in response to orthotic constraint of lower limb motion”, Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA, 2015-2016.
5. Anthony Nguyen (Mechanical Engineering), “Cadaveric comparative assessment of the motion
capabilities of a novel carbon composite AFO and plastic solid AFO”, Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA, 2014-2016.
6. Allison Moczynski (Biomedical Engineering), “Assessment of a muscle activation patterns in
response to orthotic constraint of lower limb motion”, Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA, 2016. 7. Kyle Schadt, (Computer Science and Biomedical Engineering), “Prediction of muscle activation
to prolonged orthotic ankle constraint)”, Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA, 2015-2016. Winner of the Spring 2016 Georgia Tech President’s Undergraduate Research
Salary Award 8. Nafiz Sheikh (Biomedical Engineering), “Muscle activation compensation output of proximal
muscles to orthotic ankle constraint), Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA, 2013-2015. Winner of the Spring 2014 Georgia Tech President’s Undergraduate Research
Salary Award
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9. Heather Noyes (Biomedical Engineering), “Assessment of a muscle activation patterns in response to orthotic constraint of lower limb motion”, Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA, 2014-2015.
10. Morgan Hinchey (Biomedical Engineering), “Comparative analysis of footwear rollover
performance in AFO-footwear combinations”, Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA, 2014-2015. Winner of the Spring 2015 Georgia Tech President’s Undergraduate Research
Salary Award 11. Simisola Oludare, (Biomedical Engineering) “Performance of a biomimetic rocker profile
footwear system)”, Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA, 2011-2014. Winner of the Fall 2012 and Fall 2013 Georgia Tech President’s Undergraduate
Research Salary Award Winner of Fall 2013 Travel Award to present research at American Society of
Biomechanics, Omaha, Nebraska Winner of Fall 2012 Georgia Tech President’s Undergraduate Research Travel
Award to present research at American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association National Meeting, Boston, Massachusetts
12. Tiffany Yan (Biomedical Engineering) “Mass and inertial effects of AFO-footwear combination”, Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA, 2012-2014.
Winner of the Fall 2013 Georgia Tech President’s Undergraduate Research Salary Award
Winner of Fall 2013 Travel Award to present research at American Society of Biomechanics, Omaha, Nebraska
13. Jaemin Sung, (Biomedical Engineering), “Muscle activation output patterns in response to
orthotic ankle constraint”, Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA, 2012-2013. Winner of the Spring 2013 Georgia Tech President’s Undergraduate Research
Salary Award Winner of Fall 2013 Travel Award to present research at American Society of
Biomechanics, Omaha, Nebraska
14. Jenna Fair, (Biomedical Engineering), “Assessment of a muscle activation patterns in response to orthotic constraint of lower limb motion”, Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA, 2013-2014.
15. Kathryne Eckert (Biomedical Engineering) “Assessment of a muscle activation patterns in
response to orthotic constraint of lower limb motion”, Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA, 2012-2013.
16. Nitesh Singh, (Biomedical Engineering), “Innovation of a dual belt treadmill for 3-D motion analysis”, Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA, 2011-2012.
17. Megan Crawford, (Psychology), “Assessment of a muscle activation patterns in response to
orthotic constraint of lower limb motion”. Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA, 2011-2012
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18. Vladislav Voizanov (Biomedical Engineering), “Methods to quantify motion control functions of a custom ankle foot orthosis system”. Cooperative Summer Research Experience between Louisiana Tech and Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA, May-August, 2012.
Awarded National Science Foundation Summer Undergraduate Research Experience Program Grant
19. Katherine Hsieh, (Exercise Science), “In vitro and in vivo motion control validation of a custom ankle foot orthosis system”. Cooperative Summer Research Experience between University of Georgia and Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA, May-August, 2013.
Awarded National Science Foundation Summer Undergraduate Research Experience Program Grant
SPECIALTY COURSES ATTENDED Clinical Techniques: Optimizing AFO Function: Tuning, Wedging and Trimline Considerations, 37th Annual American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Scientific Symposium, Orlando, FL, March 19, 2011. Instructional Course: Bonato P. Wearable Technology and its Applications in Rehabilitation. 22nd Congress of the International Society of Biomechanics, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa, July 5, 2009. Instructional Course: Cavanagh P. Clinical Foot and Ankle Biomechanics. 22nd Congress of the International Society of Biomechanics, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa, July 5, 2009. 9th Annual Amputee Mobility Workshop, Amputee Coalition of America Annual Education Conference, Atlanta, GA, June 16, 2007 OMEGA Training for University Instructors, Ohio Willow Wood, Mount Sterling, OH, July 17-18, 2006. Tracer CAD Premier Standard Seminar (including Omega System), Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA, February 13-14, 2003. Alpha Liner and Techniques for Proper Foot Selection, Ohio Willow Wood, Mount Sterling, OH, February 28-March 1, 2003. Advances in Lower Extremity Prosthetics: Prosthetic Feet, Otto Bock Health Care, Marietta, GA, July 18, 2002 Introduction to Statistical Analysis Software for Windows, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX, February, 2000. Springlite Prosthetics & Orthotics, The Springlite Prosthesis System, Newington Orthotic and Prosthetic Systems, Newington, CT, June, 1998.
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Total Environment Control Interface Systems, Newington Orthotic and Prosthetic Systems, Hartford, CT, February, 1995. Ischial Containment Socket Design for the Above Knee Amputee, Newington Children’s Hospital, Newington, CT, November, 1994. The Application and Fabrication of the Flex Foot System, Newington Children’s Hospital, Newington, CT, September, 1994. Clinical Gait Analysis: A Focus on Interpretation, Newington Children’s Hospital, Newington, CT, April, 1993. Myoelectrically Controlled Upper Extremity System Myobock, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, February, 1991. PROFESSIONAL MEETINGS ATTENDED Georgia Society of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting, Atlanta, GA, March 24-25, 2017. American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium, Chicago, IL, March 2-4, 2017. Georgia Tech School of Applied Physiology Prosthetic and Orthotic Research Symposium, Atlanta, GA, April 22, 2016. American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium, Orlando, FL, March 10-12, 2016. Georgia Tech School of Applied Physiology Prosthetic and Orthotic Research Symposium, Atlanta, GA, April 24, 2015. Georgia Society of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting, Atlanta, GA, March 27-28, 2015. American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium, New Orleans, LA, February 19-21, 2015. Georgia Society of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting, Atlanta, GA, April 26-27, 2014. Georgia Tech School of Applied Physiology Prosthetic and Orthotic Research Symposium, Atlanta, GA, April 25, 2014. 37th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Biomechanics, Omaha, NE, September 4-7, 2013. Orthotics Technology Forum International Conference, Atlanta, GA, May 31, 2013. Georgia Society of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting, Atlanta, GA, April 27, 2013.
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Georgia Tech School of Applied Physiology Prosthetic and Orthotic Research Symposium, Atlanta, GA, April 19, 2013. American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium. Orlando, FL, February 20-23, 2013. American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association National Assembly, Boston, MA, September 7-9, 2012. Georgia Tech School of Applied Physiology Prosthetic and Orthotic Research Symposium, Atlanta, GA, April 27, 2012. American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium. Atlanta, GA, March 21-24, 2012. American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium. Orlando, FL, March 17-19, 2011. National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education Futurity Committee (formerly Five-in-Five Committee), Orlando, FL, March 16, 2011. Neurorehabilitation Symposium, Shepherd Center and Hocoma, Atlanta, GA, August 27-28, 2010. National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education Five-in-Five Committee, St. Petersburg, FL, May 19, 2010. American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium. Chicago, IL, February 24-27, 2010. National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education, Commissioners Spring Meeting, Chicago, IL, February 23, 2010. National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education, Commissioners Summer Meeting and Strategic Planning Meeting, Portland, OR, July 18-19, 2009. 9th Biennial Footwear Biomechanics Symposium, Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa, July 10-12, 2009. 22nd Congress of the International Society of Biomechanics, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa, July 5-9, 2009. American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium. Atlanta, GA, March 4-7, 2009. National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education, Commissioners Annual Spring Meeting, Atlanta, GA, March 3, 2009.
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National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education, Commissioners Annual Spring Meeting, Chicago, IL, September 9, 2008. Georgia Society of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting, Atlanta, GA, April 26, 2008. American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium. Orlando, FL, February 27-March 1, 2008. Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics Annual Editorial Board Meeting, Orlando, FL, March 1, 2008 National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education, Commissioners Annual Winter Meeting, Orlando, FL, February 26, 2008. National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education, Residency Standards and Outcomes Committee Meeting, Chicago, IL, January 11, 2008. Joint Credentials Committee of Canada, Advanced Degree Planning for Prosthetics and Orthotics, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, October 27, 2007. Workshop on Formulation of Educational Objectives in Prosthetics and Orthotics Curriculum, Las Vegas, NV, September 17, 2007. Master’s Degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics, Development of a National Curriculum Guide, Las Vegas, NV, September 16, 2007. 12th World Congress of the International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, July 29-August 3, 2007. National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education, Commissioners Summer Meeting, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, July 28, 2007. National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education, Residency Standards and Outcomes Meeting, Chicago, IL, June 29, 2007. National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education, Commissioners Spring Meeting, San Francisco, CA, March 20, 2007. American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium. San Francisco, CA, March 21-24, 2007. Prosthetics and Orthotics Master’s Degree Curriculum Planning. University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX, February 23-24, 2007. National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education, Commissioners Annual Summer Meeting and Strategic Planning Meeting, Portland, OR July, 2006. Blaze Sports Running Camp for Persons with Limb Loss, Warm Springs, GA, March 18, 2006.
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American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting, Chicago, IL, March 1-4, 2006. Education Summit: Strategic Planning for Upgrading Orthotic and Prosthetic Schools to the Entry-Level Master’s Degree, Scottsdale, AZ, February 11, 2006. National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education Annual Meeting, Scottsdale, AZ, February 10, 2006. Development of Standards and Guidelines for the Orthotics and Prosthetics Profession: Literature Review, American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists/Project Quantum Leap, Seattle, WA, January 21, 2006. Professional Science Master’s Degree Programs, Biennial Conference, Washington, D.C., October 6-7, 2005. Funding the Future of Orthotics and Prosthetics, Seattle, WA, June 2005. Education Summit: Forecasting the Future of Orthotics and Prosthetics, New Orleans, LA, April, 2005. 11th World Congress of the International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics, Hong Kong, China, August 1-6, 2004. American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium, New Orleans, LA, February 25-28, 2004 Florida Association of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting. St. Augustine, FL, September 16-18, 2003. American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting, San Diego, CA, March 20-22, 2003. Georgia Society of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting, Atlanta, GA, February 7-8, 2003. Symposium on Advances in Prosthetics and Orthotics (Sponsored by Atlanta Prosthetics & Orthotics, Inc.), Atlanta, GA, September 27-28, 2002. Prosthetic and Orthotic Educators Meeting, School of Health Sciences, Jönköping University, Jönköping, Sweden, August 14-17, 2002. American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting, Orlando, FL, March, 2002. American Prosthetics and Orthotics Semi Annual Meeting, Iowa City, IA, October, 2001. 10th World Congress of the International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics, Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom, July, 2001.
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Midwest Chapter of the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists, Bloomingdale, IL, June, 2001. American Prosthetics and Orthotics Semi Annual Meeting, Iowa City, IA, April, 2001. American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting, Dallas, TXs, March, 2001. Geriatric Rehabilitation: Principles & Practices in the Care of the Elderly in an Evolving Health Care Arena, Davenport, IA, October, 2000. American Prosthetics and Orthotics Semi Annual Meeting, Iowa City, IA, September, 2000. Second Annual Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Scientific Day, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX, June, 2000. Issues on Aging: Maintaining Your Health and Independence, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX, April, 2000. American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting, San Diego, CA, March, 2000. International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics, Team Management of Cerebral Palsy, Dallas, TX, November, 1999. Texas Chapter of the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting, Nassau Bay, TX, July, 1999. American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Continuing Education Conference 4-98, Albany, NY, October, 1998. Athletic Injuries of the Knee, The William Backus Hospital Trauma Department Seminar, Ledyard, CT, May, 1998. New England Chapter, American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists, Fall Meeting, Burlington, VT, October, 1997. American College of Sports Medicine New England Regional Meeting, Providence, RI, September, 1997. International Functional Electrical Stimulation Society, 2nd Annual Conference, Simon Fraser University, Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada, August, 1997. American College of Sports Medicine National Meeting, Denver, CO, May, 1997 International Functional Electrical Stimulation Society, 1st Annual Conference, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH, May, 1996. Orthopaedic Rehabilitation Association, 7th Annual Meeting, Farmington, CT, May, 1996.
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9th Annual Mimi Cameo Covert Memorial Lecture, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Springfield, IL, October, 1995. 8th World Congress of the International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, April, 1995. Canadian Association of Orthotists and Prosthetists Biennial Convention, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, July, 1994. Connecticut Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Annual Meeting, Wallingford, CT, April, 1994. American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association/American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists/Region I/New England Meeting, Framingham, MA, September, 1993. Contemporary Care Issues of the Lower Extremity Amputee, Lawrence and Memorial Hospital Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, New London, CT, May, 1993. Connecticut Physical Therapy Association Spring Conference, Newington Children’s Hospital, Newington, CT, May, 1993. American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association National Assembly, Orlando, FL, October, 1992. The 6th Annual Mimi Cameo Covert Memorial Lecture, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Springfield, IL, September, 1992. Southern Illinois University Division of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation Spring Visiting Professor, Springfield, IL, May 1992. Midwest Chapter American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists and Region VI American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association Spring Combined Business & Scientific Seminar, Rosemont, IL, March, 1992. The 5th Annual Mimi Cameo Covert Memorial Lecture, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Springfield, IL, September, 1991. American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association Region VI and American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Midwest Chapter Joint Assembly, Indianapolis, IN, June, 1991. Southern Illinois University Division of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation Spring Visiting Professor, Springfield, IL, May 1991. Midwest Chapter American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Spring Scientific Seminar, Chicago, IL, April, 1991. Northwest Chapter American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Spring Scientific Seminar, Spokane, WA, May, 1990.