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Mission Statement
Mission Statement
AFPO mission is to guide a quality prosthetics and orthotics care in the country by:’
Promoting a standard PO care based on evidence based practice
Facilitating lifelong learning activities and trainings for Filipino Prosthetists Orthotists
Directing stakeholders to access quality P&O services
Advocating harmonious relationship among the members of the medical and other allied health professions
Regulating the profession in adherence to ethical practice
Vision Statement
Vision Statement
By 2025, we envision that AFPO will be recognized as the regulating organization for certified PO professionals.
We envision a Philippines where there are available, recognized and respected PO professionals anywhere in the country to provide quality P&O care.
HISTORY
OUR LOGO
Organized in 2019
First Filipino prosthetists-orthotists general assembly
Activities despite Pandemic: organization virtual meeting, bayanihan activities,.
Formalization in 2021
The yellow salakot, the Philippine straw hat, worn with the Philippine flag colors of blue, red, yellow and white. The red section representing orthosis and grey section of the limb for prosthesis, standing on top of our founding motto: Quality care and service in the Filipino Language
Our Current Officers
President
Marichelle De Castro
Vice President
Japhet Regidor
Treasurer
Alfredo Tanig II
Corporate Secretary
Barnard Peralta
Public Relations Officer
Ashlley Mercado
ISPO Education Head
Alyssa Gorgonio
ISPO Membership Head
Patricia Ann Del Rosario
Batch Representatives
Directory of Members and Partner Companies with PO Services
FAQs:
Frequently Asked Questions:
Who are AFPO Members?
All AFPO Members are International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics (ISPO) Category 1 Prosthetist and Orthotists. They are graduates of a bachelor of science program and have passed the qualification exam.
Are all prosthetists, orthotists required to join AFPO?
No, but it is highly encouraged.
What are the advantages of serviced by AFPO P&O clinicians?
By being part of the organization, AFPO clinicians are involved in discussions, continuous learning and programs provided by the organization. The organization also regulates their members internally ensuring best practices and ethical guidelines are observed so feedback, whether positive or negative, from P&O patients can be addressed.
Can related prosthetics and orthotics professionals join your organization?
The organization membership is reserved for Category 1 PO clinicians. For those who wish to participate and contribute in the field of P&O, we encourage joining ISPO Philippines.
Does the organization handle patients directly?
No. Inquiries for P&O service communicated with the organization will be forwarded to the PO directory so one can select and inquire with the clinicians and institutions with Cat 1 practitioners.
AFPO does get involved in projects and medical missions involving P&O patient handling. Other institutions looking to organize such activities can contact us so we can call on members to participate.
Is membership limited to Filipinos?
Currently, membership is limited to Filipinos.
LATEST Activities by AFPO
2019-2021
Organization Meeting
Pandemic Relief Drive
ISPO Accreditation Exam 2021
PO Mission Volunteers
2022
Volunteer Participation by AFPO members for Walk Project in Aklan
AFPO Annual Member's Meeting
AFPO Officer's Meetings
Volunteer Participation by AFPO members in Rotary Makati Christmas in July
AFPO Website and Logo Launch
Online Membership Database for Patient Verification
Townhall meeting with Product Presentation by SRB Medical + Keeogo
AFPO - Rotary Memorandum of Agreement Signing for PO Missions
Philhealth Meeting with stakeholders on Rehabilitation Packages
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Office Address:
9 Mata Sa Nayon St., Brgy San Isidro Galas, Quezon City
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