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18/01/2026

A belated but grateful update: two of my abstracts have been accepted as Lectures at OTWorld 2026 (World Congress).
Leipziger Messe GmbH, Germany

Submissions came from 31 countries and were anonymised and double‑reviewed, so I’m especially honoured to be part of the programme.

I’ll be presenting in the session “Der Fuß im Fokus – Fortschritte in der modernen Versorgung” on 19 May 2026:
AI-Driven Personalised Offloading Device Prescriptions: a cutting‑edge approach to preventing diabetes‑related plantar forefoot ulcers and complications (OTW_En140)
Patient Engagement and Experience in Therapeutic Footwear: insights from pedorthic practice and consumer behaviour principles (OTW_En139)
It feels meaningful to carry forward what our profession has always valued—fit, function, and patient trust—while shaping what comes next through data, design, and better engagement.
If you’ll be at OTWorld 2026, I’d love to connect.
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13/01/2026

As 2025 draws to a close, I reflect on a year that has been both professionally fulfilling and personally satisfying. It has been a year shaped by steady progress, meaningful conversations and the chance to contribute – through my work, advocacy and collaborations – to better outcomes in foot health, diabetes care and community wellbeing.

As 2025 draws to a close, I reflect on a year that has been both professionally fulfilling and personally satisfying. […]

27/07/2025

Looking forward to catching up with global foot health leaders in Kingscliff! https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1738nhKTGT/

Meet Dr. Sayed Ahmed - Australia's first PhD in Pedorthics!

He will be joining us for our 2025 Pedorthic Conference: 𝘗𝘦𝘥𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘐𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘥 - 𝘚𝘰𝘭𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘱.

One of our favourite speakers, and a passionate foot health professional, entrepreneur, and researcher, Dr. Ahmed is transforming diabetes-related foot care through 3D scanning, CAD design, additive manufacturing, and AI-powered clinical decision systems.

As founder & CEO of Foot Balance Technology and OrthoGenix, his mission is to deliver truly personalised, data-driven footwear solutions that enhance comfort and prevent complications.

💡 Don't miss the chance to hear from an accomplished leader in pedorthics!

👉 Learn more about Dr Ahmed: https://conference.pedorthics.org.au/speakers/
🎟️ Registration is open now: conference.pedorthics.org.au

Join us in beautiful Kingscliff NSW for what's shaping up to be our best conference yet!

16/05/2025

🦶💬 Community, Conversation and Care!

As Australia’s first PhD in Pedorthics, I was honoured to chair the recent 2nd Diabetes Awareness Forum at Wenty Leagues Club, hosted by the incredible Sydney Harmony Lions Club 🙌 With over 200 attendees, we came together to shine a light on diabetes and the importance of foot health in preventing serious complications.

In my latest blog, I share key highlights from the event and explore why foot care is essential for managing diabetes. Let’s keep the conversation going — education, prevention and community collaboration are the keys to improving quality of life for those living with this challenging condition 💙

🔗 Read the full blog on my website:

ww.wsayedahmed.com.au/community-conversation-and-care-2nd-diabetes-awareness-forum-sends-powerful-message

29/04/2025

Tuesday Takeaway

17/04/2025

👞✨ A life-changing moment I'll never forget.

As a pedorthist, my goal is more than just clinical outcomes — it’s helping people regain their freedom. One of my most memorable patients, a 75-year-old gentleman with diabetes, foot drop and a Charcot ankle, wanted more than medical devices. He wanted his confidence, mobility and independence back.

Together, we made it happen. His new custom boots didn’t just fit — they empowered him to ditch the walking stick and plan his long-postponed family trip to Hawaii 🌺✈️

This is what person-centred foot care is all about — listening, innovating and walking with the patient every step of the way.

👉 Read the full story on my latest blog.

04/04/2025

🦶 Monitoring Real-Life Gait Quality with Prof. Jaap van Netten 📱

Prof. Jaap van Netten discusses with Dr. Sayed Ahmed the use of wearable technologies to assess gait quality in everyday settings. These devices provide valuable insights into movement patterns, aiding in the prevention of foot ulcers and related complications.

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29/03/2025

The role of Biomechanics & Behaviour in Preventing Diabetic Foot Complications 🦶🎙️

Prof. Jaap van Netten and Dr. Sayed Ahmed discuss the role of biomechanics and behaviour in preventing diabetic foot complications and why gait analysis and footwear optimisation are key strategies for effective foot health management.

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