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Successful Premiere of the ISPO World Congress in Latin America
The 19th World Congress of the International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics (ISPO) celebrated a successful premiere in Latin America from 24 to 27 April in the Mexican city of Guadalajara. The prestigious World Congress welcomed 1,500 participants from 73 countries who came to gain insights into the latest scientific findings as well as the most current developments in treatment and care. At the exhibition, 110 companies from 28 countries showcased their products and solutions for modern treatments for people with disabilities.
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International cooperation extended to 2029
The International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics (ISPO) and Leipziger Messe are set to continue their 13 years of collaboration. In advance of the ISPO 19th World Congress, the two organisations have agreed to extend their existing cooperation agreement until 2029.
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ISPO 19th World Congress in the land of Mariachi
From 24 to 27 April, professionals involved in the care of persons in need of prosthetic, orthotic, mobility and assistive devices are gathering in the Mexican city of Guadalajara for the 19th World Congress of the International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics (ISPO). For the first time in the history of the ISPO, this prestigious industry get-together is to be held in Latin America. "The Art and the Science" is the theme of this year's World Congress and its accompanying exhibition, which will offer opportunities for interdisciplinary exchange and dialogue on professional experiences. At the industry exhibition, over 100 companies from 28 countries are presenting their products and solutions for use in modern treatments for people with disabilities. At the World Congress, speakers from all over the world will give insights into the latest scientific findings as well as state-of-the-art treatments.
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Start-up support for newcomers
The renowned ISPO World Congress will host a special area within the exhibition exclusively for newcomers. As an international platform for interdisciplinary exchange among professionals, young and innovative companies have the perfect stage for presenting their products and solutions to an international audience.
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The ISPO 19th World Congress programme is now online
The prestigious World Congress brings together experts from diverse fields and offers an exceptional platform to share the latest developments in the field. Around 400 speakers from all over the world will discuss the latest scientific findings in their presentations and provide insight into options for treatment and care. At the accompanying exhibition, more than 90 exhibitors will provide a comprehensive, up-to-date overview of the global assistive technology market.
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Register now for the ISPO 19th World Congress
The online registration for the ISPO 19th World Congress is now open. To make participation affordable for individuals from all regions worldwide, registration fees are based on the income groups assigned to the world's economies by the World Bank. Please note: the early bird fee is only available until 27 February 2023.
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Reunion of the global P&O community
The ISPO 19th World Congress will be returning to an in-person event in Guadalajara, Mexico. From 24 to 27 April 2023 attendees will have the opportunity to learn about scientific and clinical advancements, and to get new information from the prosthetics and orthotics industry.
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Call for Papers for the ISPO 19th World Congress
The Scientific Committee of the ISPO 19th World Congress invites you to submit your proposals for symposia and instructional courses as well as your abstracts for free paper and poster presentations. This is your opportunity to gain international recognition as a presenter at the world’s leading event in the prosthetics, orthotics, mobility and assistive technology sector.
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