Call for Authors Dear Orthopaedic Section Member:

The Orthopaedic Section, APTA, Inc. published its first Independent Study Course in 1991. Since that time we have served over 16,000 registrants. Our goal is to produce high quality, clinically applicable courses that serve as a credible up-to-date resource for today's clinician.

The Section currently publishes 2 to 4 courses each year. Courses consist of a varying number of monographs, each written by a different author and addressing a particular aspect of a single theme. Authors work closely with our Independent Study Course Editor to define the scope of content and learning objectives of their individual monographs. This collaboration ensures that the monographs complement each other and provide a coherent continuing education experience for our registrants. Some monographs also are reviewed by invited subject matter experts to "peer review" the accuracy of each monograph. Every year, the Orthopaedic Section is proud to include among its Independent Study Course authors recognized leaders in the field of physical therapy and related health professions. We also offer publication opportunities to talented first-time authors, as well. This includes PT faculty, post-graduate students, and practicing physical therapists and others who can share their expertise through the ISC series.

As an Independent Study Course Author, you receive:

• Valuable experience with the professional publication process
• A generous honorarium
• An allowance of up to $500 for reimbursable expenses
• Technical and knowledgeable editorial support
• A complimentary copy of the entire course
• A compilation of registrant evaluations of your monograph at the conclusion of the course

• Joint Replacement
• Hip Arthroscopy (surgical and rehabilitation considerations)
• Pediatrics
• The Elbow
• Women's Health (Urogenital Health)
• The Reflective Practitioner (to include formulation of learning strategies and application of evidence-based practice)

To learn more about our program, call the Orthopaedic Section office at 800-444-3982 x 213 or e-mail Kathy Olson. To apply as an ISC author, please complete and submit the form below. Deadline for application: December 28, 2007.