Steve is an ABC-certified, Kentucky-licensed prosthetist/orthotist and Clinic Manager for Hanger Clinic in Louisville, Kentucky.
Steve is a native of Louisville. As a clinic manager with 19 years of experience in the field, Steve specializes in both adult and pediatric orthotics and prosthetics, and has expertise in elevated vacuum and microprocessor technologies.
He is passionate about being a prosthetist/orthotist and having the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for his patients by providing them with the tools they need to become more independent. He enjoys building long-term relationships with his patients and becoming a part of their lives. He finds great satisfaction in watching them accomplish their goals.
Steve also teaches Human Anatomy to Doctorate Physical Therapy students at Bellarmine University.
Outside of work, Steve is an Adult Leader in his son’s Boy Scout Troop, enjoys camping and anything outdoors, is an avid home chef, and enjoys spending time with his Great Dane, Sloan.
Education
- Bachelor of Arts in Biology Bellarmine College, 1996
- Master of Science in Human Anatomy, University of Louisville, 2003
- Certification in Orthotics, Northwestern University, 2006
- Certification in Prosthetics, Northwestern University, 2008
Awards
- Salutatorian for graduating class in Prosthetics
- 2020 Dennis Lesch Award for Excellence in Clinical Education, Bellarmine University