Specialty: Pediatrics

Mellissa Frietchen is an ABC-certified Orthotist for Hanger Clinic in Springfield, Missouri. Mellissa has many years of extensive experience in pediatric orthotics, and her patients are treated like her own family from the moment they walk through the front door of the clinic. She is compassionate, dedicated, and uses humor to help put patients and […]

Katy is a an ABC-certified Prosthetist/Orthotist for Hanger Clinic. Katy’s compassionate outlook helps her provide the best care possible, while using innovation as a tool to help patients meet their goals. She is passionate about improving the O&P industry through research and incorporating measures for improved patient outcomes. Education and Certifications

Michelle is an ABC-certified Orthotist for Hanger Clinic, with many years of experience in pediatric orthotics. She enjoys helping her patients work through challenges to successfully reach their goals. She also loves building confidence in them to try new things with whatever range of mobility they have. With a meticulous and kind-hearted personality, Michelle puts […]

Eric is an ABC-certified Orthotist for Hanger Clinic. He is passionate about patient care and demonstrates the value of extreme innovation when using complex problem solving and his mechanical engineering background to determine the best care plan for each patient. Education and Certificates Awards

Marcello is a ABC-certified Orthotist for Hanger Clinic. With more than 28 years of experience in the O&P industry, including 22 years as a pediatric orthotist, and a passion for serving the community, Marcello helps many patients and colleagues achieve their goals. He shows compassionate care through his patience and ability to listen and understand […]

Natalie is an ABC-certified for Hanger Clinic. With a variety of experience in the O&P field, Natalie strives to build strong relationships with each of her colleagues, patients, and referral sources. As a past president of the Kentucky Orthotic & Prosthetic Association and current member of the Kentucky Board of Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Pedorthics, her […]

David is an ABC-certified Prosthetist and Orthotist for Hanger Clinic. His hardworking demeanor and enthusiastic approach show unrelenting drive when developing plans for orthotic treatment. David enjoys working together with patients, physicians, and therapists to determine unique solutions for achieving developmental milestones. Bringing fresh ideas and a creative perspective to patient care, he strives to […]