Matthew Parente

Education

Fellow with Distinction, American Academy of Orthotists & Prosthetists

CPO, Certified in Orthotics and Prosthetics, American Board of Certification

MS, Neuroscience, University of Hartford

BS, Physical Therapy, University of Buffalo

Teaching Focus: Professor Parente’s teaching focuses on the clinical and professional aspects of the field of prosthetics and orthotics. He teaches multiple courses throughout the graduate curriculum. Parente is responsible for coordinating internship courses and experiences in the master's program in prosthetics and orthotics (MSPO). He is also an instructor of Prosthetics and Rehabilitation Strategies within the Doctorate program in Physical Therapy.

Professional Interests: Professor Parente’s interests include student, program, and professional development and advancement of the fields of Orthotics & Prosthetics. Specifically, he has been engaged in curriculum coordination throughout the program and a committee member for the National Commission of Orthotic and Prosthetic Education.  Additionally, he helps to coordinate outcomes initiatives within both O&P and Physical Therapy.   He excels at building relationships within the University and throughout the entire field of prosthetics and orthotics. Parente was instrumental in the initiation and development of the MSPO program at the University of Hartford.