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Small Cohorts, Big Opportunities: O&P Education at the University of Washington Sep 21, 2026

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Explore the University of Washington's Master of Prosthetics and Orthotics program with Program Director Stefania Fatone, PhD, BPO. Learn how its small cohorts, interdisciplinary training, hands-on learning, clinical rotations and access to emerging technologies prepare students for careers in orthotics and prosthetics.

EPISODE 59: The State of Accreditation 2026 – Navigating CMS Changes for DMEPOS Suppliers Jun 09, 2026

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CMS is reshaping DMEPOS accreditation. Learn what the shift to annual surveys means for ABC accredited facilities in 2026, what stays the same, and how to prepare for a year round, survey ready approach.

Meet Kevin Hill, CPO, ABC Board President Mar 05, 2026

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Gratitude in Motion: What OP&P Leaders are Thankful for in 2025 Jan 02, 2026

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Hear leaders from the OP&P community share what they're grateful for this year, plus a few insights on how gratitude strengthens our profession and personal well-being.

Preparing O&P Assistants for Real-World Practice with Tamara Treanore, CO Oct 31, 2025

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Host Jim Lawson talks with Tamara Treanore, CO, Orthotist & Prosthetist Assistant Studies Program Director at Oakland University, about her 35+ year journey in O&P. Tamara shares how her passion for education landed her at the only accredited O&P assistant program in the U.S. helping prepare O&P assistants for real-world practice.

POP Month - The Recap Jun 04, 2025

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In this first-ever video episode of CredCast, host Jim Lawson and ABC Marketing Communications Director, Megan Matijevich, discuss the inaugural POP Month - a celebration of the Prosthetic, Orthotic and Pedorthic (POP) profession! Don't miss our recap of the amazing events and people that made this event a success along with details on stats, media coverage and future plans for continued awareness and involvement in the profession. View the video version of this episode here.

Meet Mark Rodriguez, CPO - ABC's 2025 Board President Feb 13, 2025

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Join us as we chat with new ABC Board President Mark Rodriguez, CPO, about his journey into OP&P, his passion for pediatric care and his vision for the profession. He shares insights on leadership, diversity and career awareness—plus a surprising new venture. Tune in for an inspiring conversation.

Game, Set, Match! Helping the Profession Win with a Special Donation Matching Campaign Dec 03, 2024

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In this episode of CredCast, we welcome Fanny Schultea to discuss her new role with the O&P Foundation and share exciting news about a groundbreaking partnership with ABC. Learn about ABC's $1.5 million unrestricted donation to establish an endowment, the innovative programs it will support, and a generous $1 million matching campaign announced on Giving Tuesday. Fanny also highlights ways listeners can get involved, from donations to volunteer opportunities, and how these initiatives aim to elevate the O&P profession and improve patient care. Don't miss this inspiring conversation!

AI in OP&P Nov 06, 2024

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Whether you're are already using AI tools in your practice or never even considered it, you won't want to miss this episode! We sat down with Katie Janiszewski, CPO, Startup Director for Shasta County Economic Development Corp. in Northern California and one of the heads of AI implementation for Eqwal Group, a global prosthetics and orthotics patient care services provider. Katie shares her wealth of knowledge and experience using AI at her practice and explains how other practitioners and practices can greatly benefit from it as well.

Scope of Practice Changes for Privileging & Supervision Sep 19, 2024

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In June, changes were made to the Scope of Practice related to privileging & supervision and another privileging change related to pedorthics is slated to take effect this January. Listen to our latest episode to learn what these changes are and how them may impact you and your practice.

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