| Dear POPS Members, Welcome to the Pediatric Orthopaedic Practitioner Society (POPS)! I am honored to serve as your president and to work alongside such a dedicated and talented group of professionals. POPS is a dynamic organization that brings together APPs, athletic trainers, physical therapists, and nurses from across the country, all working together to elevate pediatric orthopaedic care. Our organization is guided by an outstanding board of diverse APPs who generously volunteer their time and expertise to grow and strengthen the society. Over the past few years, we’ve seen incredible growth in our membership across the United States, increased participation in events at IPOS, and record attendance at our annual meeting. This progress is a testament to the commitment and passion of our members, and I am excited to continue building on this momentum. As I begin my term as president, I look forward to serving you and furthering the mission of our organization. In the coming year, just some of my goals are to: Expand mid-year content offerings, such as webinars and journal clubs, to provide continued education and engagement. Develop a Pediatric Orthopaedic APP mentorship program to foster learning and professional growth. Increase our membership levels and continue to make POPS an inclusive, supportive community for professionals in pediatric orthopaedics. Collaborate with our partner organizations, including POSNA, IPOS, and NAPNAP, to strengthen our collective impact. Enhance our annual conference program, ensuring it remains a valuable and enriching experience for all attendees. I am truly honored to serve as your president and look forward to working with each of you to help POPS continue to thrive. Together, we will build on the foundation of our organization, advancing both our individual careers and the field of pediatric orthopaedic care. Thank you for your continued support, and I look forward to all that we will achieve together in the year to come. Warm regards, Sheila Marceron, DNP POPS President |
Pediatric Orthopedic Practitioner Society
The Pediatric Orthopaedic Practitioners Society (POPS) is a non-profit, volunteer-run organization, established in 2005 that exists to advance and enhance the care provided by the Advanced Practice Nurse and Physician Assistant specializing in Pediatric Orthopaedics. By bringing members together we aim to support continuing education, specialized training, research collaboration, mentoring, networking and promotion of our role.