Peer-Reviewed Publications
- Hickson, Taylor N. MS, CPO; Kenworthy, Sally A. PhD, MPO, CPO; Finco, M.G. PhD, MS, CPO; Mullen, Ashley H. PhD, MSAT, CPO. Reporting and Management of Equinus Deformity After Partial Foot Amputation: A Scoping Review. Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics 36(4):p e82-e90, October 2024. | DOI: 10.1097/JPO.0000000000000523
- Roach, Meghan MSOP, CPO; Sherman, Jeremy MSOP, CPO. Development of Hand Skills Testing Methodology for O&P Curriculum. Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics ():10.1097/JPO.0000000000000536, September 17, 2024. | DOI: 10.1097/JPO.0000000000000536
- Ronkos, Charles MS; Mullen, Ashley PhD. Estimated Clinician-Patient Ratios in US Orthotic and Prosthetic Care: State-Level Trends and Discrepancies. Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics ():10.1097/JPO.0000000000000504, April 24, 2024. | DOI: 10.1097/JPO.0000000000000504
- Lipski, Emily; Waters, William F.; Kenworthy, Sally; Mullen, Ashley. A disparity in prosthetic access for Ecuadorians with lower-limb amputation. Prosthetics and Orthotics International ():10.1097/PXR.0000000000000326, February 20, 2024. | DOI: 10.1097/PXR.0000000000000326
- Gavette, H., Mcdonald, C.L., Kostick-Quenet, K., Mullen, A., Najafi, B., Finco, M.G., 2024. Advances in prosthetic technology: a perspective on ethical considerations for development and clinical translation. Frontiers in Rehabilitation Sciences 4. https://doi.org/10.3389/fresc.2023.1335966.
- Kenworthy, Sally MPO; Reno, Ariel MS; Roy, Tara MS; Glahn, Megan MS. Frequency of Goal Setting Contact with Physical Therapists Is Associated with Orthotist's Perceived Skill Level. Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics 36(1):p 10-14, January 2024. | DOI: 10.1097/JPO.0000000000000461
- Zeck EJ, Glahn Castille ME. Clinician-led mental health conversations significantly associated with outcomes for scoliosis patients. Eur J Phys Rehabil Med 2023;59:522-8. DOI: 10.23736/S1973-9087.23.08084-X
- Mullen A, Kenworthy S, Rhett A, Tomson S, Larraga Martinez MF. Tipping the Scales of the Admissions Process: Interview Weighting in an Orthotics and Prosthetics Education Program. J Allied Health. 2023 Fall;52(3):228-233. PMID: 37728354
- Mullen, Ashley Ph.D., MSAT, CPO; Kenworthy, Sally MPO, CPO; Ewing, Kathryn MS, CPO; Forbus, Michelle MS, CPO; Hoelscher Thompson, Regan MS, CPO. Immediate Impacts of Two Foot Orthotic Designs on Foot Posture Index, Gait, and Comfort in Adults With Asymptomatic, Flexible Pes Planus. Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics: October 17, 2022 - Volume - Issue - 10.1097/JPO.0000000000000452 doi: 10.1097/JPO.0000000000000452
- Kenworthy, SA, Reno, A, Reid, A. Perceived Role Responsibilities Among Physical Therapists and Orthotists. Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics. [published online ahead of print, September 16, 2021]. doi: 10.1097/JPO.0000000000000389
- Ling E, Lepow B, Zhou H, Enriquez A, Mullen A, Najafi B. The impact of diabetic foot ulcers and unilateral offloading footwear on gait in people with diabetes. Clinical Biomechanics 2020; 73: 157-161.
- Cruz MLC, Utay J, Mullen A. Entrustment trends in orthotic and prosthetic residencies. Prosthet Orthot Int 2020.
- Wright DB, Mullen A, Gardner A. Does student-led faculty development have a place in health professions education? MedEd Publish 2019.
- Boe, Bronwen E. BS; Gardner, Aimee K. Ph.D. Examining the Competency of Recent Graduates of an Orthotics and Prosthetics Training Program, Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics: January 2019 - Volume 31 - Issue 1 - p 16-22. doi: 10.1097/JPO.0000000000000218
- Miller M, Mullen A, Gardner AK. What clinical rotation factors impact resident success? Clin Teach 2018.
Awards
American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists
Thranhardt Lecture: this is the highest level of recognition of an abstract submission from one of our professional organizations, the AAOP. The top two, sometimes one, submissions are chosen by members of the Clinical Content Committee based on blinded scores for research quality, relevance, and innovation.
- Gender Bias in Orthotics and Prosthetics Clinical Residency Education
Georgiana Andrews (Class of 2020)
Best of Resident Research Awards: Resident research abstracts submitted to one of our professional organizations, the AAOP. The resident awards are comprised of the best of the "Resident Research Awards" and the best of the "Resident Literature Review Awards" projects performed by students enrolled in NCOPE residencies.
- Charles Ronkos (Class of 2021) Estimated Provider-Patient Ratios in U.S. Orthotic and Prosthetic Care, State-Level Trends and Discrepancies
- Emily Lipski (Class of 2020) Assessing Mobility in Ecuadorians with Lower Limb Amputations: Functional Level of Prospective User Compared to Functional Level of Prosthetic Device
- Katy Patterson (Ewing) (Class of 2020) Effects of “Open Heel” Modification for Orthoses on Pediatric Gait: A Case Study
- Westin W. Humble (Class of 2018) Rate of Diabetic Foot Re-Ulceration Following Prescription of Diabetic Arch Supports
- Cerise Knakal (Class of 2018) Product Development: A Beginner’s Orthotic and Prosthetic Technical Guide
- Sara Stackhouse (Class of 2018) The Effects of a Simulated Locked KAFO and the Becker PreStride on Percent Stance, Step Length, and Velocity in Able-Bodied Subjects
- Brandon L. Smith (Class of 2017) Comparing PLUS-M Administration by Phone to In-person Techniques
- Alexander Boehme (Class of 2017) Novel Dehydration Technique in Plaster Mold Fabrication and Its Effects on Vacuum Thermoforming
- Maria Lourdes Carmela Cruz (Class of 2017) Entrustment Trends in Orthotic and Prosthetic Residencies
- Adam Kohn (Class of 2016) The Prevalence of Psychosocial Challenges Among Lower Limb Amputees
- Amandi Rhett (Class of 2016) A Comparison of an Above the Knee Amputee Sprinter Who Uses A Straight Pylon Non-Articulating Running Prosthesis and an Articulating Knee Running Prosthesis to Sprint - A Case Study
Poster Awards: Resident research posters are submitted to one of our professional organizations, the AAOP. The poster awards are comprised of the best of the poster presentations given at the annual meeting.
Comparison of Visual Gaze Behavior for Two Different Methods of Myoelectric Control: A Case Study
Nicole Walker (Class of 2018)
J. David Holcomb School of Health Professions Research Day Awards
Each year, graduating students from the Orthotics and Prosthetics program and the Physician Assistant program gather for the J. David Holcomb School of Health Professions Research Day, named after the founding dean of the SHP. Over 60 SHP students gather to present their master’s Thesis posters to poster judges, faculty, fellow students, and members of the local BCM community. The top three posters receive $500, $250, and $100 prizes respectively.
Class of 2023
- First place: Amanda Wilson - Cranial Specialization in Orthotics and Prosthetics: A Clinician Perspective
- Second place: Natalie Pace - Perceptions of Hand Skill Importance in the Field of Orthotics and Prosthetics
- Third place: Tanya Prakash - Perceived Effectiveness of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Program Between Preceptors and Alumni
Class of 2022
- First Place: Keyaira Crudup - Barriers to O&P Care and Their Associations with Patient and Provider Demographics
- Second Place: Michelle Cole - Comprehensive Catalog for Upper Limb Terminal Devices
- Third Place: Priscila Aguilar - Provider-Patient Disparity in High-Risk Demographics in Texas OP Care
- RITTE Value Award: Nathan Shimabukuro
Class of 2021
- First Place: Emily Patterson - Orthotics and Prosthetics Residency Program
- Second Place: Hannah Clark - Quantifying the Material Quality of the Low-Cost, Easy-Fabrication, Namaste Prosthetic, Liner Using Standardized Liner Testing
- Third Place: Annie Gibbs - Perceptions of Residency Autonomy and Gender Within the Baylor College of Medicine
- Product Pitch: Tatiana Rypinski - RAFO: Rapid Ankle Foot Orthosis
- RITTE Value Award: Matthew Ho
Class of 2020
- First Place: Audrey-Anne Patterson - The Effects of Custom Functional Foot Orthoses and UCBL Orthoses on Foot Posture Index and Center of Pressure in Adults with Flexible Flat Feet.
- Second Place: Maria Larraga Martinez - The Pitfalls of Using an Unvalidated Interview Scoring Rubric in Graduate Admissions.
- Third Place: Sarah Chaikind - A New Normal: An Examination into Modern Cephalic Index.
- Product Pitch: Nathan Schmetter - OSCOPE: Objective System for the Collection of Orthotic and Prosthetic Evidence.
- RITTE Value Award: Stephen Sliva
Class of 2019
- First Place: Erica Ling - Impact of Diabetic Foot Ulcers and Offloading Footwear on Gait Function Beyond Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy.
- Second Place: Jennifer Penner - How Are They Doing? Preceptors’ Perceptions of Value Added by Residents in the Orthotics and Prosthetics Clinical Setting
- Third Place: Michelle Forbus - Changes in Foot Posture Index and Comfort in Individuals with Flexible Flat Feet: Functional Foot Orthoses vs. UCBL Orthoses.
- Product Pitch: Kara Clark - 2019: Time is Still Money
- Product Pitch: Eddie Krische - The New Frontier of Education: Digital Classrooms
Class of 2018
- First Place: Meredith Roehrs - A Comparison of Learning Parameters on Two Myoelectric Control Strategies in a Unilateral Transradial Amputee: A Case Study.
- Second Place: Sara Stackhouse - The Effects of a Simulated Locked KAFO and the Becker PreStride on Percent Stance, Step Length, and Velocity in Able-bodied Subjects.
- Third Place: Cerise Knakal - Product Development: A Beginner’s Orthotic and Prosthetic Technical Guide.
- Product Pitch: Megan Glahn - Addressing the Psychological Complexity of Scoliosis Bracing.
Class of 2017
- First Place: Mary Heaton - The Multi-Disciplinary Approach To Lower Limb Amputation: Physician And Prosthetist Analysis
- Second Place: Karli Nash - Novel Dehydration Technique In Plaster Mold Fabrication And Its Effects On Vacuum Thermoforming.
- Third Place: Brittany Rhodes - Determining The Effectiveness Of Inter-Professional Education Between Prosthetists And Engineers Through An Online Module.
- Product Pitch: Alberto Adame - The Development Of A Passive Hand With Lockable Manually Articulating Joints.
Class of 2016
- First Place: Amandi Rhett - A Comparison of the Performance of Two Different Set Ups for a Running Specific Prosthesis, a Straight Pylon and an Articulating Knee, by a Sprinter with a Unilateral Transfemoral Amputation - A Case Study
- Second Place: Correy Dennis, Kailey Hansen - Prophylactic Hyperextension Elbow Orthosis Product Development; Adam Kohn - The Prevalence of Psychological Challenges Facing Lower Limb Amputees.
- Third Place: Katy Cummings - Effects of Fabrication Techniques on Thermoplastics used in Orthotics and Prosthetics.
Product Pitch: Corey Dennis and Kailey Hansen - Prophylactic Hyperextension Elbow Orthosis Product Development
National Presentations
Podium Presentations
- Wilson, A and Abernethy, L. Cranial specialization in orthotics and prosthetics: A clinician's perspective. Podium presentation at the Orthomerica Star Summit. Orlando, FL, October 11,2023
- Gibbs A, Mullen A. Perceptions of residency autonomy and gender in the Baylor College of Medicine orthotics and prosthetics residency. Podium presentation at the AmericanAcademy of Orthotists and Prosthetists (AAOP) Annual Meeting. Atlanta, GA, March 2022. https://doi doi:10.1097/01.JPO.0000822488.20801.01
- Harrison T, Smith I, Mullen A. Predictors of student success in an orthotics and prosthetics education program. Podium presentation at the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists. Virtual, May, 2021.
- Miiller E, Christie H, Penner J, Mullen A. The unexpected value of clinical residents: a pilot study. Podium presentation at the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists. Chicago, IL, March, 2020.
- Forbus M, Hoelscher R, DiBello S, Mullen A. The effect of functional foot orthoses and UCBLs on spatiotemporal gait parameters and gait in the adult flat foot population. Podium presentation at the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists. Chicago, IL, March, 2020.
- Andrews G, Mullen A. Gender bias in orthotic and prosthetic residency evaluations. Thranhardt Award podium presentation at the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists. Chicago, IL, March, 2020.
- Cruz MCL, Utay JB, Mullen A. Entrustment trends in orthotic and prosthetic clinical residencies: a preliminary report. Podium presentation at the 44th annual meeting of the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists. New Orleans, LA, Feb. 14-17, 2018.
- Wright DB, Mullen A, Gardner AK. Student-led faculty development: Must we mind the gap? Podium presentation at the 51st annual meeting of the Association of Schools of Allied Health Professions. St. Petersburg, FL. Oct. 18-20, 2018.
- Wright DB, Mullen A, Gardner AK. The effectiveness of student participation in faculty development. Podium presentation at the Texas Association of Schools of Allied Health Professions (TSAHP) annual meeting. San Antonio, TX. September 21-22, 2018.
- Miller M, Mullen A, Gardner AK. What clinical rotation factors impact resident success? An examination of autonomy, patient interactions, and learning objectives. Podium presentation at the 50th annual meeting of the Association of Schools of Allied Health Professions. San Antonio, TX. October 18-20, 2017.
Poster Presentations
- Patterson E, Kenworthy SA. The Impact of Subtalar Joint Position on the Dynamic Interaction of Ankle and Knee Motion. Poster presentation at the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists. Atlanta, GA, March 2-5, 2022.
- Boe BE, Mullen A, Gardner AK. Examining the Competency of Recent Graduates of an Orthotics and Prosthetics Training Program. Poster Presented at the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists 44th Annual Meeting & Symposium. New Orleans. Feb. 14-17, 2018.
- Miller M, Mullen A, Gardner AK. What clinical rotation factors impact resident success? An examination of autonomy, patient interactions, and learning objectives. Poster presentation at the 50thannual meeting of the Association of Schools of Allied Health Professions. San Antonio, TX. Oct. 18-20, 2017.
- Melvin M, Gardner AK, Mullen A. Documentation diligence: The effect of logging encounters on performance in residency. Poster presentation at the 50thannual meeting of the Association of Schools of Allied Health Professions. San Antonio, TX. Oct. 18-20, 2017.
- Bradley S, Utay J, Gardner AK, Mullen A. Teaching behaviors in clinical preceptors: Do they matter? Poster presentation at the 50thannual meeting of the Association of Schools of Allied Health Professions. San Antonio, TX. Oct. 18-20, 2017.
- Meyer D, Deaton M, Hudson A, Rocha V, Mullen A, Bickley C, Ortiz A. Comparison of electromyography and gait in transition from locked knee ankle foot orthosis to stance control orthosis. Poster presentation at the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists 43rd Annual Academy Meeting. Chicago, IL, March 1-4, 2017.
- Boe B, Gardner AK. Examining the competency of recent graduates of an orthotics and prosthetics training program. Poster presentation at the Baylor College of Medicine Academy of Distinguished Educator’s Annual Showcase of Educational Scholarship. Houston, TX. Sept. 29, 2017.
- Boe BE, Gardner AK. Examining the competency of recent graduates of orthotics and prosthetics training. Poster presentation at the 50th annual meeting of the Association of Schools of Allied Health Professions. San Antonio, TX. Oct. 18-20, 2017.
- Boe BE, Mullen A, Gardner AK. Examining the Competency of Recent Graduates of an Orthotics and Prosthetics Training Program. Poster Presented at the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists 44th Annual Meeting & Symposium. New Orleans. Feb. 14-17, 2018