invitation from the ispo president
It is a great pleasure to welcome you to the official website of the 12th World Congress of the International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics which is scheduled for Vancouver, Canada from 29th July 2007 up to the 3rd August 2007.
The ISPO World Congress is an event which is held once in three years and draws professionals, experts and consumers engaged in prosthetics and orthotics as well as other different specialities in the field of rehabilitation medicine to share their experience and expertise in the fields of education, training, service delivery and research.
The Congress organizing committee has chosen a theme of “Moving Beyond Disability”, with the aim of looking at a broader perspective of the overall health of people with disabilities. The main theme encompasses a wider focus on elements surrounding disability or impairment; advances in technology to improve the capabilities of individuals with disabilities; improving capabilities of disability through a social model approach and the adaptation of appropriate technology to countries with limited resources.
Apart from the large exhibition and comprehensive scientific programme, there are a number of interesting social activities as well as the opportunity to meet and share experiences with colleagues and various experts in the field.
This will be a unique opportunity for you and I am looking forward to meeting you in Vancouver, Canada.
Harold. G. Shangali
President, ISPO
Invitation from the Chairman
As Chairman of the 2007 ISPO World Congress, I welcome the opportunity to meet you in Vancouver for a world-class event. The triennial ISPO World Congresses continue to be the premiere academic, educational, and social venue for multidisciplinary prosthetic and orthotic care. Our organizing committee is working hard to make the 2007 congress an enriching and stimulating experience for delegates, manufacturers, and consumers.
Selection of Vancouver as the conference city was an easy choice. Set between the Rocky Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, Vancouver is one of the most picturesque cities in the world. Vancouver is easy to reach by air, sea, road, and rail. The rich multicultural heritage presents a wide variety of dining, entertainment, and social possibilities. For delegates interested in a more active adventure, the greater Vancouver area provides amazing sport and wilderness opportunities.
Our theme, Moving Beyond Disability, provides a base from which to create a varied and informative program. In addition to the scientific presentations, instructional courses, and technical workshops, focused symposia will cover topics ranging from state-of-the-art clinical applications to psycho-social aspects of prosthetic and orthotic care. Since ISPO is a multidisciplinary organization, delegates can interact and learn from other health professionals and technical experts. The consumer day will also provide a forum for people with disabilities to take advantage of learning opportunities and the trade exhibition.
In addition to the academic content, ISPO 2007 will provide extensive exhibition space for manufacturers, professional services, and health organizations. The Vancouver Convention Centre provides accessible, world-class facilities for the trade show and academic program. Following a long session in the conference rooms or exhibit floor, you may stroll around the Convention Centre to enjoy the view of Stanley Park, Vancouver Harbour, and the Rocky Mountains.
Our congress organizing committee welcomes the opportunity to make your stay in Vancouver enriching, entertaining, and memorable. See you in 2007.
Edward Lemaire, PhD
Chairman, ISPO 2007 World Congress