Who should attend?

The Academy Annual Meeting is geared toward certified orthotists, prosthetists, technicians, fitters, assistants, candidates, residents, students, as well as professional individuals including pedorthists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, podiatrists, physicians, rehabilitation engineers and case managers.

Suppliers of orthotic and prosthetic related products and services are encouraged to exhibit.

When does the meeting begin?

The meeting officially begins on Wednesday, March 21 with Technical Workshops from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. The Welcome Reception in the Exhibit Hall at 6:00 pm that evening is the festive kick-off to the entire meeting.

For your convenience, registration opens onsite on Tuesday, March 20 from 3:00 - 5:00 pm and then again at 7:00 am on Wednesday, March 21.

What sessions are being offered?

A Preliminary Program will be mailed in November to all Academy members and ABC certified and registered individuals. After the November mailing it will be placed online for your easy access.

Where will the meeting be held?

The Marriott is the official host of the 33rd Academy Annual Meeting & Scientific Symposium. Meeting registration and the Exhibit Hall will be in the Marriott. As an exciting addition to this year's meeting the Opening Session and Thranhardt Lectures will be held at the Loews Metreon 16 theater. The theater is located across the street within walking distance from the Marriott at 101 Fourth Street at the corner of Mission and Fourth. All other education sessions will take place in the Marriott and room assignments will be indicated in the Final Program and on signage in the Marriott.

What is the dress code for the meeting?

Business casual is appropriate to wear to all programs and events. The temperature in hotels typically runs cool. The San Francisco average temperature ranges from 50-63 degrees Fahrenheit in late March so plan accordingly.