The Northwestern University Prosthetics-Orthotics Center (NUPOC) has collaborative education and research interactions with faculty throughout Northwestern University (including our affiliation with Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation); and with other Feinberg-affiliated institutions. NUPOC integrates Prosthetics and Orthotics (P&O) education and research within a premier university medical setting.

NUPOC moved to our custom-designed research and education facility on September 1, 2010.

The NUPOC Mission Statement

Northwestern University Prosthetics-Orthotics Center (NUPOC) for Education and Research is dedicated to helping people affirm their lives with hope, independence and enthusiasm by advancing technology and knowledge about prostheses and orthoses.

NUPOC is committed to:

• The education and training of professional prosthetists, orthotists, rehabilitation engineers, and other rehabilitation professionals
• The design and application of prostheses and orthoses
• Improving human interactions with prosthetics and orthotics systems

NUPOC conducts its research and education within a clinically-oriented environment that fosters provision of effective prosthetic and orthotic treatments that enhance the independence and quality of life for individuals who live with a physical disability.

Learn more about us via the links below.

• Directors’ Letter
  Meet NUPOC directors
• News
  Get the latest NUPOC news, announcements, breakthroughs, and awards
• Capabilities
  Access the archives of Capabilities, NUPOC's publication for individuals and institutions that are interested in prosthetics and orthotics
• Giving
  Learn how your generosity can help NUPOC conduct meaningful research and provide premiere educational programs
• History
  Discover the significant events that have shaped NUPOC, including important people, major events, and research
• Alumni
  Reconnect with our center and fellow alumni
• Contact Us
  Connect with and get more information about NUPOC