Mastectomy Fitting Program

AOPA

Description

Title:

Mastectomy Fitting Program

Creator:

AOPA

Date:

6/28/2004

Text:

One of the many programs featured at the 2004 AOPA National Assembly is
a hands-on course for those interested in expanding their clinical
knowledge into the specialty of mastectomy fitting.

Learn everything you need to know about mastectomy fitting at the
upcoming AOPA National Assembly (Sept. 20-23, Hollywood, Fla.). This
daylong, entry-level, post-mastectomy fitter program covers:

-Care instructions
-Breast cancer statistics
-Surgeries
-Product introduction
-Role of the fitter
-Fitting room ethics/protocol
-Basics on measuring/fitting the bra
-Breast forms
-Specialized fittings
-Coding and billing
...and much more!

The Assembly features over 100 sessions to choose from, including
programs for technicians, C.Peds, Orthotists, Prosthotists and Florida
practitioners to meet state requirements. Visit www.aopanet.org for the
complete preliminary program and to register.

Citation

AOPA, “Mastectomy Fitting Program,” Digital Resource Foundation for Orthotics and Prosthetics, accessed November 6, 2024, https://library.drfop.org/items/show/223225.