Program Overview

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Introduction to the Orthotics and Prosthetics Program

The Orthotics and Prosthetics Program at Baylor College of Medicine is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in orthotics and prosthetics. The program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) and is committed to providing students with the knowledge, skills, and clinical experience necessary to become competent orthotists and prosthetists.

Program Mission and Vision

The mission of the Orthotics and Prosthetics Program is to provide the highest level of education through evidence-based teaching and curriculum design, integrated clinical residency, direct contributions to Orthotics and Prosthetics research, and collaboration with the local and national rehabilitative care community. The vision of the program is to prepare orthotists and prosthetists who provide high-quality, evidence-based, and equitable patient-centered care, participate as active members of the interprofessional rehabilitative team, promote diversity and inclusion within the profession, serve in leadership and advocacy roles, and engage in professional development, research, and the education of future professionals.

Program Objectives

The program objectives include:

• Providing a well-rounded, evidence-based orthotic and prosthetic education
• Facilitating diversity, equity, and inclusion from admissions to professional practice and through associations with community organizations and professional societies
• Preparing students to succeed in a variety of clinical practice settings, within the context of healthcare systems, and as members of the healthcare team
• Fostering an environment of continuous quality improvement through self-assessment, outcomes measurement, and professional development of students, staff, faculty, and clinical preceptors
• Engaging faculty and students in orthotics and prosthetics academic research, communication, publication, and translation of research to practice
• Contributing to a global community of clinicians, educators, and researchers devoted to advancing the profession

Program Curriculum

The program curriculum includes:

• A 12-month didactic phase
• An 18-month dual residency clinical phase
• Clinical resources and experiences
• Course descriptions and graduate competencies
• Professionalism and research components

Program Accreditation

The Orthotics and Prosthetics Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). The program accreditation process is a valuable service to students, education and residency programs, industry professionals, and the public, defining the profession's educational standards and validating programs that offer relevant high-quality education.

Texas Medical Center

The program is located in the Texas Medical Center, the world's largest medical center, providing opportunities to leverage resources, talents, and experience of faculty, staff, and students.

Why Train in the O & P Program at Baylor?

Students can become board eligible for both orthotics and prosthetics in 30 months through a progressive, evidence-based education. The program offers training with interdisciplinary teams, including students and faculty from Baylor's renowned School of Medicine and the other programs of the School of Health Professions. Students benefit from educational programming and inter-institutional collaborations in the heart of the Texas Medical Center and experience a diversified and high-volume patient care residency with over 100 National Clinical Affiliates.

Student Life and Resources

The program provides access to academic and support services, as well as research resources from Baylor College of Medicine, one of the largest biomedical research enterprises in the nation. Students can live in Houston, the most diverse large metropolitan area in the United States, with plenty of options to explore their interests.

Program Admissions

The program admissions process includes admission requirements, information sessions, technical standards, and professional licensure disclosure. Students can learn about the admissions process and get started today.

Faculty and Staff

The program faculty and staff are committed to providing students with a high-quality education and clinical experience. The faculty clearly demonstrate the program's mission every day, teaching students to treat every patient with compassion.

Annual Report

The program publishes an annual report highlighting its programs, including groundbreaking research, significant accomplishments, and impactful engagements throughout the academic year.

Accreditation and Compliance

The program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) and complies with all relevant regulations and standards.