British Association of Prosthetics & Orthotics - BAPO

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The British Association of Prosthetics and Orthotics was established to encourage high standards of prosthetic and orthotic practice. It is committed to Continued Professional Development and education to enhance standards of prosthetic and orthotic care.

🚀 Exciting news from BAPO!We’re delighted to announce the launch of a brand-new Work Experience Programme for anyone int...
04/11/2025

🚀 Exciting news from BAPO!
We’re delighted to announce the launch of a brand-new Work Experience Programme for anyone interested in exploring a career in Prosthetics and Orthotics (P&O).
This national initiative, co-ordinated by the British Association of Prosthetics and Orthotics (BAPO) and supported by our amazing partners, charities, and NHS P&O services, aims to give people the chance to experience first-hand the innovative, compassionate, and life-changing work that happens across our profession.
Providing meaningful opportunities for people to engage with prosthetics and orthotics is crucial to supporting the future workforce pipeline. By opening our doors, we can inspire the next generation of prosthetists, orthotists, technicians, and support workers who will shape the future of P&O care.

We’re calling on our community to help spread the word! 📢
Please share this post widely with colleagues, schools, universities, career advisors, and anyone who might know someone curious about a healthcare career that combines creativity, engineering, and patient care.

If your organisation would like to host work experience placements, we’d love to hear from you, please get in touch at careersinpando@bapo.com

🎓 Calling all P&O students and apprentices! 👋BAPO is eager to learn how learners first discover Prosthetics & Orthotics ...
03/11/2025

🎓 Calling all P&O students and apprentices! 👋
BAPO is eager to learn how learners first discover Prosthetics & Orthotics (P&O) as a career choice and what motivates you to pursue this rewarding and life-changing profession. 💡
We want to hear your story! 💬
👉 Take a few minutes to complete our short survey and tell us why you chose your P&O course.
This survey is open to UK P&O learners studying at Salford University, Strathclyde University, Derby University, and Keele University.
Your feedback will help BAPO enhance outreach efforts and raise awareness of P&O as a meaningful and exciting career option. 🌟
Thank you for sharing your time and insights — your voice matters!
📋 https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=w8OGtVQ4K0unTM7RU06bfaKJ5911bcJJhA-g5INOJ-5UNzdIMVpMUUQyMU5NTUFOTlkzMzIxUlg5WC4u

📽️ New Video Interview Alert!We’re excited to share a special conversation with Willie Munro, the first Chair of BAPO, a...
03/11/2025

📽️ New Video Interview Alert!
We’re excited to share a special conversation with Willie Munro, the first Chair of BAPO, as he reflects on the history and journey of the British Association of Prosthetics and Orthotics.

Hear firsthand how BAPO was founded, the challenges faced in its early years, and how the organisation has grown into the respected professional body it is today.

🎙️ Don’t miss this inspiring look back at our roots and the people who helped shape our profession.

👉 Watch the full interview now: https://youtu.be/i7BOFkvrybw

📢 Free BAPO Tech & Trends Webinar🦿 Assisting Hip Flexion with Passive Orthoses: Enhancing Gait in Neurological Condition...
03/11/2025

📢 Free BAPO Tech & Trends Webinar

🦿 Assisting Hip Flexion with Passive Orthoses: Enhancing Gait in Neurological Conditions
📅 Wed 5 November 2025 | 🕛 12:00pm

🔗 Register now: https://ow.ly/6WaF50WYzQl

Islamophobia Awareness Month (IAM) was co-founded by The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB), with other British organisatio...
01/11/2025

Islamophobia Awareness Month (IAM) was co-founded by The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB), with other British organisations to challenge stereotypes about Islam and Muslims. Every year, in November, the aim is to raise awareness of the reality of Islamophobia, and how it affects the lives of Muslims in everyday life. For more info see: mcb.org.uk

The British Association of Prosthetics and Orthotics (BAPO) maintains a dedicated Locum and Private Practice Register fo...
31/10/2025

The British Association of Prosthetics and Orthotics (BAPO) maintains a dedicated Locum and Private Practice Register for UK-based professionals and practices in the field.

This central resource helps members of the public, healthcare providers, and referrers connect with HCPC-registered prosthetists and orthotists offering services privately or on a locum basis.

While BAPO ensures that each individual or practice listed holds current BAPO membership, we do not provide endorsements or guarantees regarding services or outcomes.

✅ All current BAPO members can list their professional details
🏥 Private practice owners and BAPO Partners may include their practice information
🔍 Check HCPC registration: https://www.hcpc-uk.org/check-the-register/

📘 View the BAPO Locum and Private Practice Register: https://my.bapo.com/public/report.aspx?MemberQueryID=3FAA17D0-D25E-48D8-ABB2-0FEFB0E3EC61

🎉 Exciting News from BAPO! 🎉We’re thrilled to introduce Sam Baker-Jackson as the new Vice-Chair of the Technician and Su...
31/10/2025

🎉 Exciting News from BAPO! 🎉

We’re thrilled to introduce Sam Baker-Jackson as the new Vice-Chair of the Technician and Support Worker Committee! 🙌

Sam brings enthusiasm, collaboration, and a passion for innovation to the role — championing the vital contributions of technicians and support staff across orthotics and prosthetics. 💪

With a focus on strengthening networks, sharing knowledge, and celebrating every voice within the profession, Sam is ready to help drive positive change and inspire progress across our community. 🌟

Join us in congratulating Sam on this exciting new chapter! 👏

Bridging Borders: Strategies to master a UK Interview as an Internationally trained AHP" webinarDate: 12th of November W...
31/10/2025

Bridging Borders: Strategies to master a UK Interview as an Internationally trained AHP" webinar
Date: 12th of November Wednesday
Time: 5pm to 6pm BST (10:30pm to 11:30pm IST)

Hosts: Vignesh Murali (Chair- BIAHPA) and Bhavna Mehta (Executive Co-Lead for Communications)

Speakers:
1) Saravanan Sivanithi
Head of Therapies
West London NHS Foundation Trust
About the speaker: Saravanan came to the UK as a Band 7 physiotherapist in July 2022 and was promoted in November 2023 to a Head of Therapies role which is is currently in. He has faced both sides of Interviews and will share his experience.
Topic: Top tips to answer clinical questions

2) Thangaraj Senniappan
Director, Therapies on Thames
About the speaker: Raj came to the UK as a Band 5 Occupational therapist and progressed to the position of Elderly Care Lead. He then took up an Interprofessional Lead position. In 2012 he left the NHS and founded Therapies on Thames (Community and Inpatient Rehab services).
Topic: Expectations of the Independent Sector

3) Jacqueline Learoyd
Operational Manager for Countywide Long-Term Conditions and Therapies,
Midlands Partnership University NHS FT
About the speaker: Jacqui leads a team of multi professional colleagues across Staffordshire. She has supported numerous Internationally trained staff to join her Trust's workforce.
Topic: Top tips for values based and non clinical questions

Register here to attend: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScwKvvdKq_aPQUXqUd-jCaCJZItZIGzp0QMhwI-_KVy0-QCxw/viewform

Our digital lead, Christabelle Asoluka, is currently leading a survey across the BAPO membership exploring the opportuni...
30/10/2025

Our digital lead, Christabelle Asoluka, is currently leading a survey across the BAPO membership exploring the opportunities and ethical challenges of using generative artificial intelligence (AI) in Prosthetics and Orthotics (P&O).

If you’re a BAPO member, we would like to invite you to take part in the survey and share your views.
https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=w8OGtVQ4K0unTM7RU06bfW_29F74LkhGn5Uacb0fnLJURUpNTFIzMFFVN1pXOEREREpWTVROVFhDOS4u&route=shorturl

Your input will help:
🔍Identify which ethical issues matter most to P&O professionals.
🏗️Build the first evidence base on AI adoption within our field.
⬆️Shape future guidance, education, and policy for the safe and effective use of genAI in P&O practice.

Alongside this, Christabelle has also initiated the BAPO Digital Working Group, which already has a growing number of volunteers keen to contribute.

If you’re interested in being part of this work or contributing to our digital initiatives, please reach out. Together, we can position our profession to lead confidently in an evolving digital landscape.

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The British Association of Prosthetists and Orthotists was established to encourage high standards of prosthetic and orthotic practice. It is committed to Continued Professional Development and education to enhance standards of prosthetic and orthotic care.