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Helen Cochrane is an Assistant Professor and Director of the Prosthetics and Orthotics Program at the University of Pittsburgh’s School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences. She is affiliated with the Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology and the Center for Interprofessional Studies.
Education:
- Master of Science in Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Strathclyde
- Technical and Clinical Diplomas, George Brown College
Her research and professional work focus on improving prosthetics and orthotics services in low-resource settings, with field experience in Cambodia, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines. She emphasizes global education standards, clinical training, and equitable access to assistive technologies.
Her recent publications highlight trends in international prosthetic and orthotic education, spinal orthotics training, and clinical care in underserved regions, reflecting a strong commitment to global rehabilitation equity and interprofessional practice.
Professional Leadership:
- Education Committee Chair, International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics (ISPO)
- Committee Member, Orthotics Prosthetics Canada
She mentors students in the Prosthetics and Orthotics (MS) program and contributes to curriculum development and global policy. Her work is supported by institutional and professional affiliations promoting interprofessional education and innovation in rehabilitation science.
She is actively engaged in advancing clinical standards and educational frameworks for prosthetics and orthotics worldwide, with a focus on sustainability and inclusivity.
