In the latest episode of O&P Rising, guest host Hannah Perkins ’25, resident prosthetist/orthotist at Macy O&P in Guilford, Conn., and recent graduate of UHart’s master of science in prosthetics and orthotics (MSPO) program, interviews Stephen Charry, CPO, FAAOP, assistant professor in the department of rehabilitation sciences.
Their conversation, “Building and Using a Diagnostic Toolbox in the O&P Profession,” explores essential tools such as patient history, physical assessments, and outcome measures, while highlighting why this toolbox should continually evolve. Charry and Perkins also discuss the value of mentorship, hands-on learning, and lifelong education, while addressing common challenges clinicians face.
Listen to this podcast episode here.
Listeners will walk away with practical insights on collaboration, reflection, and strategies for delivering personalized, high-quality patient care. O&P Rising, the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists’ award-winning podcast series, releases new episodes on the third Wednesday of each month.
P&O Podcast History:
This marks the third time UHart MSPO faculty have been featured on an Academy podcast. Professor Duffy Felmlee, MSPO, CPO, FAAOP (D) discussed fabrication sciences, the evolution of O&P methods, and the importance of mentorship. More recently, Lindi Mitsou, MSPO, CPO, FAAOP, Associate Professor, shared insights on fabrication innovations, interprofessional collaboration, and her advocacy as Connecticut’s lead for the “So Every BODY” Can Move initiative. Together, these appearances highlight the University of Hartford’s strong presence and leadership in advancing the O&P profession.