The Pan-American Health Organization (PAHO) is excited to announce an informative webinar titled "WHO Standards for Prosthetics and Orthotics," aimed at professionals and stakeholders involved in health care and rehabilitation services. This initiative is part of a concerted effort to enhance the delivery of essential assistive technologies across the region.

Webinar Details:

- **Date:** Wednesday, April 23, 2025

- **Time:** 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM (UTC-5)

- **Registration Link:** [Register Here](https://paho-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xF4ZWlrdS5-Mgm7rGKv-PA#/registration)

- **Languages:** The session will primarily be conducted in Spanish, with live translation available in English.

Objective of the Webinar:

This event aims to disseminate the WHO's global standards for prosthetics and orthotics, alongside the implementation manual. Participants will learn how to:

1. Improve and adapt their health systems for better delivery of prosthetic and orthotic services.

2. Foster increased access to these critical health technologies throughout the Americas.

Featured Speakers:

- **Alexandre Lemgruber:** Unit Chief, IMT/AH, PAHO/WHO

- **Gustavo Perez Reina:** Regional Advisor for Rehabilitation and Disability, NMH/NV, PAHO/WHO

- **Yasmin Garcia Mendez:** IPC for Assistive Technology, IMT/AH, PAHO/WHO

- Additional representatives from various countries will be announced closer to the event date.

Global Time Conversion:

Plan your attendance by noting the corresponding times in various cities:

- **9:00 AM:** Mexico City, Guatemala City, Managua, San José, Tegucigalpa

- **10:00 AM:** Bogotá, Lima, Panamá, Quito

- **11:00 AM:** Washington DC, Nassau, Ottawa, Port-au-Prince, Caracas, La Paz

- **12:00 PM:** Bridgetown, Castries, Georgetown, Port of Spain, Oranjestad, Buenos Aires, São Paulo, Asunción, Montevideo

Join us for this opportunity to engage with experts and gain insights that could significantly transform the accessibility of prosthetics and orthotics in your region. Don’t miss out—register today and help pave the way for increased mobility solutions that can change lives!