Emma Holmes C.O.(c), M.Sc, B.Sc

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

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About me
Certified Orthotist
Education
- University of waterloo
  2008 - 2013
  Bachelor of science (b.s.), honours kinesiology
  Activities and Societies: Beyond Borders International Development Program 2010 class, uWaterloo Right To Play Club co-founder and President 2010, Orientation Leader 2010, Varsity Track & Field, AMPED (Action Minded People Empowered to Dream) Logistics Coordinator, UNLEARN (diversity and equality) Workshop Facilitator Influential courses include: i) Upper Extremity Musculoskeletal Disorders: Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation. ii) Bone and Joint Health iii) Human Gait, Posture, and Balance: Pathological and Aging Considerations iv) Introduction to Movement Disorders v) Therapeutic Recreation: Physical Disabilities
- George brown college
  2015 - 2017
  Diploma clinical methods in prosthetics and orthotics
  Accepted into the program with the 2015/2016 cohort. The Clinical Methods in Orthotics and Prosthetics program at George Brown College prepares individuals in the clinical and technical aspects of Orthotic and Prosthetic management and develops problem solving skills necessary for the graduate to function as an integral part of the health care team.Graduating students will have the entry level skills as an Orthotist or Prosthetist and allow them to proceed into the required 22 month… Show more Accepted into the program with the 2015/2016 cohort. The Clinical Methods in Orthotics and Prosthetics program at George Brown College prepares individuals in the clinical and technical aspects of Orthotic and Prosthetic management and develops problem solving skills necessary for the graduate to function as an integral part of the health care team.Graduating students will have the entry level skills as an Orthotist or Prosthetist and allow them to proceed into the required 22 month internship in either orthotics or prosthetics. Show less
- Mcmaster university
  2016 - 2020
  Master’s degree rehabilitation science
  Courses emphasize evidence-based practice, clinical measurement/evaluation, critical thinking and application of knowledge to practice.
Experience
- University of waterloo
  Jan 2010 - Dec 2010
  Sports marketing coordinator co-op
- St. maurus school, boma rescue
  May 2011 - Aug 2011
  University of waterloo beyond borders associate, therapy & educaitonal assistant
  Two collaborative courses were completed by all 10 Beyond Borders students (current ethical issues & justice, peace and development) prior to departure to international volunteer placements. Students resided within the communities of work to gain an in-dept insight into the culture and way of living.
- Medfit rehab
  May 2013 - Mar 2014
  Certified kinesiologist & business strategist
- Boundless biomechanical bracing
  Apr 2014 - Aug 2015
  Clinical assistant clinical activities coordinator
- International society for prosthetics and orthotics
  Jul 2014 - Jul 2014
  Ispo accreditation evaluation team assistant, sri lanka school of prosthetics and orthotics (slspo)
- International society for prosthetics and orthotics
  Mar 2015 - May 2015
  Ispo accreditation evaluation team assistant, mobility india
- Boundless biomechanical bracing
  May 2016 - Aug 2016
  Clinical summer student
- Boundless biomechanical bracing
  Jun 2017 - now
  - initial assessment, shape capture, modification, fit, dispense and follow-up care- paediatric and adult patients- service provider for ErinoakKids Centres for Treatment and Development - service provider for Sunnybrook Centre for Independent LivingProfessional Presentations- "Impact of competency-based evaluation on student learning and graduates’ competency: Comparing prosthetics and orthotics to other health care profession education programs" [Sunnybrook Educational Conference, 2017]- "Strategic Planning and Management: An Approach to Capitalizing on Change and Claiming our Domain in Orthotics and Prosthetics" [Orthotics Prosthetics Canada, 2018]- "An assessment of the value of competency-based evaluation (CBE) and current international trends within prosthetic & orthotic contexts, that led to the development of a CBE pathway." [Orthotics Prosthetics Canada, 2018]Courses, Workshops, Conferences Attended:- Offloading the diabetic foot, Wounds Care Canada (2017)- Clubfoot management, International Committee of the Red Cross - Online (ICRC), (2017)- Interdisciplinary conflict management, 6th Annual Sunnybrook Educational Conference (2017) Show less
  - Strategic Initatives Manager
    Jun 2017 - now
  - Certified Orthotist
    Jun 2019 - Dec 2020
  - Orthotic Resident
    Jun 2017 - Dec 2020
- Orthopedic bracing solutions
  Feb 2022 - now
  Certified orthotist at orthopedic bracing solutions
Licenses & Certifications
- Dynamic movement orthosis foundations certification
  Dmorthotics
  Jul 2016
- High five certification
  Www.highfive.org
  Jan 2013
- Toastmasters competent communicator
  Toastmasters international
  Nov 2014
- Cancer smart rehab
  Wellspring
  Nov 2013
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Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Emma Holmes C.O.(c), M.Sc, B.Sc
  Ontario Association of Prosthetists and Orthotists (OAPO) Scholarship Ontario Association of Prosthetists and Orthotists (OAPO) Jun 2017
- Awarded to Emma Holmes C.O.(c), M.Sc, B.Sc
  Pentland Award George Brown College Dec 2016
- Awarded to Emma Holmes C.O.(c), M.Sc, B.Sc
  Ruth Blocka Scholarship - Apr 2015 On Friday April 24, 2015, a scholarship was announced for the Prosthetics and Orthotics Programs in Ruth Blocka's name. A gift to future students and the profession in the name of a strong woman who has had a far-reaching impact on the lives of many people in the Prosthetics and Orthotics family in Canada. Thank you Ruth Blocka, for all that you have done and for being the strong person you are, with an unwavering work ethic that has inspired so many of us. Congratulations to Emma Glofcheski… Show more On Friday April 24, 2015, a scholarship was announced for the Prosthetics and Orthotics Programs in Ruth Blocka's name. A gift to future students and the profession in the name of a strong woman who has had a far-reaching impact on the lives of many people in the Prosthetics and Orthotics family in Canada. Thank you Ruth Blocka, for all that you have done and for being the strong person you are, with an unwavering work ethic that has inspired so many of us. Congratulations to Emma Glofcheski, the first recipient of the Ruth Blocka Scholarship Show less
- Awarded to Emma Holmes C.O.(c), M.Sc, B.Sc
  Applied Health Sciences Co-op Student of the Year Award Nominee University of Waterloo Co-operative Education 2012
- Awarded to Emma Holmes C.O.(c), M.Sc, B.Sc
  Outstanding Volunteer Special Olympics Ontario Apr 2011
- Awarded to Emma Holmes C.O.(c), M.Sc, B.Sc
  Balance Award Residence Life University of Waterloo 2011
- Awarded to Emma Holmes C.O.(c), M.Sc, B.Sc
  International Experience Award Kavelman-Fonn Foundation 2011
- Awarded to Emma Holmes C.O.(c), M.Sc, B.Sc
  Young Adult - Woman of the Year Nominee K-W Oktoberfest 2011
- Awarded to Emma Holmes C.O.(c), M.Sc, B.Sc
  Top 40 under 40 KW Region 2010
Volunteer Experience
- Committee Chair - National Orthotics and Prosthetics Day
  Issued by Orthotics Prosthetics Canada - Orthèse Prothèse Canada on Nov 2024
  Associated with Emma Holmes C.O.(c), M.Sc, B.Sc
- Committee Member - Partnership and Advocacy
  Issued by Orthotics Prosthetics Canada - Orthèse Prothèse Canada on Nov 2023
  Associated with Emma Holmes C.O.(c), M.Sc, B.Sc
- Committee Member - National Orthotics & Prosthetics Day
  Issued by Orthotics Prosthetics Canada - Orthèse Prothèse Canada on Mar 2023
  Associated with Emma Holmes C.O.(c), M.Sc, B.Sc
- Coach
  Issued by Special Olympics on Jan 2010
  Associated with Emma Holmes C.O.(c), M.Sc, B.Sc