Ryan Caldwell, L/CP

Ryan is an ABC-certified prosthetist for Hanger Clinic in Schaumburg, Illinois.

As a second-generation prosthetist with over 20 years of experience, Ryan has become a field expert for advanced lower limb prosthetic sockets with the use of active vacuum technology. He was also a key clinical developer of the NU FlexSIV socket, on which he currently provides international and national courses in conjunction with Northwestern University.

Ryan is a frequent guest lecturer and invited speaker at conferences, including the International Society of Prosthetics and Orthotics and the Orthopedic Technik World Congress. His team has been awarded over several million dollars in grants from the National Institute of Health and the Department of Defense. He has been invited to collaborate with the University of Washington and the University of Illinois at Chicago on additional projects and grants.

Outside of work, Ryan enjoys spending time with his family and traveling around the world.

Education

Prosthetic Certification, Northwestern University, 2003

Awards

Hanger Clinic Impact Award for Outcomes, 2022
Carlton Fillauer Prize for Outstanding Contribution to Prosthetics Science and Practice, 2020
Clinical Creativity Award from the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists, 2016
Fellow of the American Academy of Orthotics and Prosthetics, 2010