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51³Ô¹Ï

Education Committee

The Education Committee works closely with many of our other standing committees.
They work closely with the Education Officers and assist with the education offering of the Association and the 51³Ô¹Ï Short Courses, Education Events and Virtual Events. Interested in joining the Education Committee? Complete the application form here: Application to join Education Committee and return to enquiries@bapo.com

Abby Smith

COMMITTEE CHAIR

Abby Smith is a Clinical Lead Orthotist with over 11 years of clinical experience delivering high-quality orthotic care across a wide range of clinical settings and specialising in management of the Diabetic foot, Stroke management and the treatment of Neuromuscular disorders. Abby works within a number of multidisciplinary clinics to provide patient-centred, evidence-based care and is an advocate of multidisciplinary working in healthcare to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Outside the clinic, Abby is passionate about mentoring the next generation of orthotists and contributing to the advancement of the profession through research, education, and service design. Throughout her career, Abby has had a strong interest in service development and clinical training and has progressed her role within TayCare Medical to Clinical Service Manager. Abby is responsible for leading TayCare’s training and development for Orthotists, Apprentices and Support Workers and has a strong focus on collaboration and continuous improvement.
Abby has completed both the 51³Ô¹Ï and NHS Future Leaders programmes and is an active member of the North Yorks & Humber ICB Task and Finish Group for AHP Preceptorship.

    James May

    COMMITTEE MEMBER

    James has been a HCPC Registered Prosthetist/Orthotist since 2013, having graduated from the University of Salford. He has worked in the Republic of Ireland and across the United Kingdom.
     
    In 2020, he joined the University of Salford as a teaching and learning intern, completing a PG Certificate in Academic Practice in 2021 and becoming a full-time lecturer in 2022.
     
    He has a passion for teaching and learning practices and the development of healthcare practitioners and clinical practice, of course in Prosthetics and Orthotics but across the Allied Health Professional family as well.
     

      Daniel Wardle

      COMMITTEE VICE CHAIR

      Daniel Wardle is a HCPC-registered orthotist with a career spanning over 15 years in both the UK and the US. He previously served as Clinic Manager at Hanger Clinic in Buffalo, New York, where he led a multidisciplinary team and oversaw complex patient care. Now working as a locum orthotist, Daniel brings a depth of clinical and managerial experience to every role. He has a long-standing passion for innovative technology and its potential to improve patient outcomes, and he’s particularly interested in how digital tools and new materials can shape the future of orthotics. As part of the 51³Ô¹Ï Educational Committee, Daniel is keen to support the profession by sharing knowledge and helping to drive forward progressive education.

        Stacey Care

        COMMITTEE MEMBER

        Stacey graduated from the University of Strathclyde in 2014 and works as a Prosthetist at Gillingham Disablement Services Centre.

        Her role is wide and varying, including upper limb, health and safety, and promotion of the profession in schools. She is also heavily involved in student mentoring/placement supervision.

        She joined the Education Committee in 2019 with the aim of generating forward progression to prosthetic learning for both new and established clinicians and providing prosthetic courses best suited for CPD requirements

          Lauryn Campbell

          COMMITTEE MEMBER

          Lauryn graduated from Strathclyde University in 2021 and began her career as an orthotist, gaining experience across multiple NHS sites. She has developed broad clinical experience in neurorehabilitation, scoliosis management, diabetic care, MSK and paediatrics, and has contributed to service improvements to enhance patient care and efficiency. Lauryn has a strong interest in education and has been actively involved in mentoring new graduates, delivering training within MDTs, and leading national webinars and outreach initiatives. She completed the 51³Ô¹Ï Leadership Course in 2025 and is particularly passionate about education, leadership development, and raising awareness of the role of orthotics in holistic patient care. She currently serves as the 51³Ô¹Ï Careers Outreach Lead, supporting engagement with students and aspiring orthotists

            Christabelle Asoluka

            ASSISTANT EDUCATION & PRACTICE DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

            Christabelle obtained her prosthetic and orthotic training in Nigeria and currently holds a Master’s degree in orthopaedic and rehabilitation technology from the University of Dundee.

            She has a strong interest in advocacy for rehabilitation policy and its services.  

              George Coles

              COMMITTEE MEMBER

              George graduated from Salford University in 2015. Afterwards, he worked as an orthotist in the NHS for Roehampton for 4 years before joining the London Orthotics Consultancy as a private Senior Orthotist in 2019. His specialisms include asymmetric scoliosis bracing, lower limb biomechanics, and gait analysis using a 2D video vector gait lab. He is interested in the newest technologies and products as well as their uses in the clinical setting.

                Gwen Roberts

                COMMITTEE MEMBER

                Gwen Roberts is a Prosthetist based in Cardiff, where she has been practicing since 2017. In 2025 she began working as a Clinical Link Tutor in Enhanced Practice for the University of Salford. This work has a strong focus on post-graduate education across all four pillars of practice, apprenticeships, and workforce transformation. Alongside her clinical work, Gwen is passionate about supporting the development of P+O and creating environments that empower both clinicians and the people they support.