A certified prosthetist and orthotist has over 35 years of experience in orthotics and prosthetics, focusing on the evaluation, design, and application of device systems in clinical and product-related matters. Their work involves assessing device performance, component functionality, and biomechanical outcomes in cases involving injury, rehabilitation, and medical device use. Their educational background includes formal training in prosthetics and orthotics, gait analysis, and anatomy, along with extensive specialized coursework in advanced prosthetic technologies.

Their expertise includes above-knee and below-knee prosthetics, myoelectric prostheses, bionic systems, braces, and orthotic devices, as well as advanced technologies such as microprocessor-controlled knee systems, vacuum-assisted socket design, and fluid control systems. They have experience with prosthetic systems, application and fabrication of advanced foot systems, and computerized prosthetic alignment technologies. These capabilities are applied in evaluating prosthetic performance, device selection, and functional outcomes in matters involving product liability, medical device performance, and patient care considerations.

Their professional background includes long-standing private practice in orthotics and prosthetics and development of consulting services focused on forensic evaluations in response to requests for case-related opinions. This work includes analysis of life care considerations, prosthetic device performance, and product failure issues. Their experience also includes expansion of orthotic and prosthetic operations and establishment of multiple facilities providing orthotic and prosthetic services.

The expert has prior experience providing litigation consultation, deposition testimony, and courtroom testimony in matters involving prosthetic and orthotic devices. Credentials include Certified Prosthetist and Certified Orthotist through the American Board for Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics, V.A. Qualified Prosthetist, and myoelectric certification. Additional credentials include accreditation as an approved residency site by the National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education and BOC-certified orthotic and prosthetic facilities. Their professional involvement includes participation with the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists, including presenting on microprocessor-controlled knee systems.