World Congress of the International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics

The Art and The Science

Every two years, the International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics (ISPO) invites professionals involved in the care of persons in need of prosthetic, orthotic, mobility, and assistive devices to its unique and interactive flagship meeting, the ISPO World Congress. The global ISPO community meets to learn about the latest scientific and clinical advances, products, innovative technologies, designs, and materials in prosthetic and orthotic care.

Call for Symposium and Instructional Course proposals

Submit by 17 August 2020,
23:59 UTC

Call for Free Paper or Poster abstracts

Submit by 21 September 2020,
23:59 UTC

Downloads ISPO 2021

COVID-19 Statement

ISPO acknowledges that the situation surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic is exceptional, affecting our global community, and creating uncertainty. ISPO considers personal interactions between delegates, researchers, and industry as essential; therefore, we continue planning to safely hold the World Congress in Mexico in April 2021. We are in regular contact with the regional and international stakeholders regarding health and hygiene plans to guarantee the safety of presenters, delegates, visitors, and staff, and logistics of international travel. Updated information will be provided on the congress web site and ISPO eUpdates.

Invitations

ISPO President

The ISPO World Congresses is a premiere global event for prosthetics, orthotics, and assistive technology services that improve mobility and quality of life for people with physical disabilities. As ISPO President, it is my privilege to invite you to Guadalajara, Mexico in 2021 to join us in celebrating ISPO’s 50th anniversary, sharing ideas and innovations to improve assistive technology knowledge and services, exploring the trade exhibition, and connecting with other delegates in the various social activities.

The World Congress theme is “The Art and The Science”. This theme brings together two important aspects of prosthetic and orthotic care. The “Art” can refer to elite craftsmanship and clinical experience that is applied when providing appropriate services for assistive technology consumers. “Art” can also relate to the personalization and artistic aspects of device design that incorporates the user’s personality and feelings, moving an assistive device beyond just a piece of technology. The “Science” incorporates innovation, evidence, and knowledge translation across the spectrum of prosthetic and orthotic services to enable end-users to receive appropriate services at the right time, the right place, and the right cost.

This World Congress is jointly supported by ISPO Mexico, ISPO Canada, and US-ISPO. This regional collaboration between ISPO member societies is a fantastic example of how working together can create great outcomes.

We are in an exciting era of innovation and opportunity. I look forward to seeing you in Guadalajara to share and enjoy the many possibilities.

Edward Lemaire
ISPO President
Chair, ISPO 18^th World Congress Committee

Congress Scientific Committee Chair

The theme of the ISPO 18th World Congress, “The Art and the Science”, reflects the unique intersection of multi-disciplinary approaches in the field of prosthetic, orthotic, and assistive device rehabilitation.

The World Congress brings together practitioners and researchers interested in collaboration and the convergence of art and science to enhance care for individuals with mobility and functional limitations.

The scientific programme will include a spectrum of learning opportunities, with various session formats and congress topics, including keynote speakers, symposia, instructional courses, free papers, posters, and case study presentations. With the diligent work of the World Congress Scientific Committee and our peer reviewers, we look forward to an exciting array of submissions from attendees.

The World Congress offers a unique global platform to interact with experts from around the world, and be exposed to different professional perspectives with a common goal of impacting care for those with rehabilitation and assistive device needs.

I hope you can join us at the ISPO 18th World Congress to take part in this exciting programme.

Jacqueline Hebert
Chair, World Congress Scientific Committee
 

Local Organising Committee Chair

Dear Friends and Colleagues: ISPO Mexico, US-ISPO, ISPO Canada and all the ISPO National Member Societies in Latin America are truly honoured and excited about the ISPO 18th World Congress in Mexico.

Guadalajara is known as the most Mexican of Mexican cities and the place where authentic Mexican traditions can be experienced. The city is the state capital of Jalisco and the second most important city in Mexico. It is a place where your senses vibrate with the lovely mariachi songs, the tequila flavour, the colour of its folklore and the aroma of its gastronomy; all of those attributes have made this city a vigorous metropolis and its solid cultural identity has given the image of Mexico abroad. Guadalajara, undoubtedly, has become the ultimate meeting destination because of its warm hospitality and its first-class tourist infrastructure.

We are waiting for you in Guadalajara to celebrate with us the ISPO 18th World Congress within a framework of camaraderie among colleagues, O & P, physical rehabilitation and mainstream educations professionals. Come and share with us a professional and cultural experience that will allow you to carry in your heart the authentic taste of our Mexican culture! Welcome to Guadalajara, Mexico!

Marlo Ortiz
Chair, Local Organising Committee
Vice-chair, ISPO 18^th World Congress