Skill Development Seminar / Department of Prosthetics and Orthotics Engineering - Workshop by Prof. Dr. Abdullah Al-Fatlawi

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As part of the skill development activities in the Department of Prosthetics and Orthotics Engineering and under the sponsorship of the Dean of the College of Engineering, a seminar titled: "Choosing the Right AFO for CP Patient: Foundation for a Decision-Making Algorithm" was held,  and presented by Prof. Dr. Abdullah Al-Fatlawi, Director of the Medical Orthotics Department at Sidera Hospital in Qatar. The seminar was attended by faculty members, students, graduates of the department, and several guests, and focused on selecting the appropriate Ankle-Foot Orthosis (AFO) for Cerebral Palsy (CP) patients, laying the foundation for decision-making algorithms in this area. The session provided valuable insights into personalized orthotic solutions for CP patients, enhancing both theoretical and practical knowledge in the field.