Lisa Marie Abernethy

Lisa Marie Abernethy is an Assistant Professor and Associate Director of Clinical Education at the O&P Program within Baylor College of Medicine's School of Health Professions in Houston, Texas. She holds certifications as a Certified Orthotist and Prosthetist (CPO) and is licensed in Texas. Her academic roles emphasize clinical education and orthotic/prosthetic practice integration.

• Education: MS in Prosthetics and Orthotics from Alabama State University (2016), BS in Psychology from University of Houston (2007)

Her research focuses on craniofacial orthotics, prosthetic patient interactions, and media representation of limb differences. Notable work includes analyzing media portrayals of limb loss and investigating helmet therapy efficacy for craniosynostosis.

Publications span topics from social interactions post-limb loss to parental perspectives in cranial care. Awards include the Barney LeVeau Research Award (2016) and the Edwin and Kathryn Arbogast Award (2015).

She actively participates in professional organizations, serving as Co-Chair of the AAOP Craniofacial Society and Secretary of the Texas Society of Orthotic and Prosthetic Professionals.