DeChristopher Havorka Background I am an Assistant Professor at Baylor College of Medicine’s Orthotics and Prosthetics Program. I teach courses in Ethics, Clinical Practice Management, Research Methods and of course Orthotics and Prosthetics. I also engage in research by examining the influence of teaching tools and simulators and their influence
Denise Hull Background Denise Hull, a Certified Prosthetist Orthotist at Wheeler Orthotics and Prosthetics, is driven by her passion for science and service. With a Master’s degree from Baylor College of Medicine and a background in chemistry from Virginia Tech, she brings innovative, personalized care to her patients. Since entering
Kiley Armstrong Background Kiley Armstrong, MS, MPO, CPO is a Research Prosthetist-Orthotist at Northwestern University Prosthetics-Orthotics Center. With a deep passion for enhancing the quality and accessibility of orthotic and prosthetic care, she integrates her clinical insights into cutting-edge research, innovation, and technologicaladvancements. Kiley is dedicated to improving equity in
Abby Citterman Research Prosthetist Orthotist; PhD Candidate / Minneapolis VA; University of Minnesotaette Children’s Background Kierra Falbo completed her Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering at the University of North Carolinaat Chapel Hill and her Master’s degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics at Northwestern University. Kierra iscurrently a Research Prosthetist Orthotist with
Abby Citterman Background Abigail Citterman is a second-year orthotic & prosthetic resident at Gillette Children’s and a research fellow with the Utah NeuroRobotics Lab. Her research interests include developing and validating novel rehabilitative technologies for individuals with neuromuscular disabilities. Abby graduated with an honors bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering from
Kyle Leister Program Director/Assistant Professor | East Tennessee State University Background Kyle Leister is a Certified Orthotist/Prosthetist and director of the Master of Science inOrthotics/Prosthetics Program at East Tennessee State University. Dr. Leister’s research focuses onobjective measures of physical activity and methods for strengthening the link between wearabletechnologies and clinical
Katz, MHA, CO Vice President | Scottish Rite for Children Background Mr. Katz earned his Bachelor of Science degree from The University of Texas Southwestern MedicalCenter’s Prosthetic and Orthotic program after attending The University of Texas at Austin. He attendedthe University of Texas at Arlington where he earned his Master
Nina Bondre Sr. LDRP Specialist Background Nina Bondre currently works at Medtronic and is a part of their Leadership Development RotationProgram. She graduated from The Wharton School (University of Pennsylvania) with an MBA and a majorin Health Care Management. Nina received her Master in Prosthetics & Orthotics from NorthwesternUniversity and
Janet Trujillo Orthotic Resident Background As a previous recipient of the ABC Orthotist & Prosthetist Diversity Scholarship, I am proud to sharehow this opportunity transformed my journey in orthotics and prosthetics. I am a first-generationcollege graduate, a milestone I once thought was beyond my reach due to significant familyresponsibilities. Despite
Shane Wurdeman VP, Scientific Affairs Background Shane Wurdeman, PhD, CP, FAAOP(D) is the Vice President of Scientific Affairs within Hanger’sDepartment of Clinical and Scientific Affairs. He entered the field of P&O as a technician. He then earnedhis MS in P&O at Georgia Tech, followed by residencies in orthotics and prosthetics.
