Introduction:

Orthosis and Prosthesis, also known as technical orthopedics is a department with the aim of educational, research and therapeutic activities is to emphasize on education and applied research and the use of new technologies to meet the needs of the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of various congenital or acquired orthopedic disorders, neurologic disorder, metabolic disorder. Clinical specialists, known as orthotist and prosthetist or technical orthotist (CPO), are taught to address these problems.

History of orthosis and prosthesis in Iran:

The onset of Orthosis and Prosthesis was introduced to Iran in 1356. Initially, foreign specialist taught this discipline, but over time, Iranian took over the teaching and management of the field. The first master's program was initiated in 1379, followed by the introduction of the first doctoral program in 1387.

History at Hamadan Faculty of Rehabilitation Sciences:

At Hamadan Faculty of Rehabilitation Sciences, undergraduate studies in Orthosis and prosthesis began in 1395.

Goals and Mission:

Aligned with the overarching objectives of rehabilitation fields, which include prevention and treatment, the faculty members and researchers within the Orthosis and Prosthesis department are dedicated to leveraging modern scientific knowledge to achieve these goals. The department's missions include:

• Training specialized and dedicated Orthosis and Prosthesis professionals to meet disable people needs.
• Providing necessary resources and facilities for the continuous development of faculty members and staff.
• Advocating for the recognition and integration of Orthosis and Prosthesis within the national healthcare system.
• Enhancing public awareness of Orthosis and Prosthesis services.
• Delivering evidence-based Orthosis and Prosthesis interventions.

Head of Speech Therapy Department:

Dr. Ensieh Pourhoseingholi, PhD in Orthosis and Prosthesis, Assistant professor of Orthosis and Prosthesis, Faculty of Rehabilitation Sciences, Hamedan University of Medical sciences, Hamedan, Iran.

Group Members:

The department comprises the following Faculty Members:

• Dr. Nahid Tafti, PhD in Orthosis and Prosthesis, Assistant professor of Orthosis and Prosthesis, Faculty of Rehabilitation Sciences, Hamedan University of Medical sciences, Hamedan, Iran.

• Dr. Mohamad Javad Nori, PhD in Orthosis and Prosthesis, Assistant professor of Orthosis and Prosthesis, Faculty of Rehabilitation Sciences, Hamedan University of Medical sciences, Hamedan, Iran.

• Ms. Zahra Soltani, MSC in Orthosis and Prosthesis, member of Faculty of Rehabilitation Sciences, Hamedan University of Medical sciences, Hamedan, Iran.