Christopher Apperson
Certified Prosthetist Orthotist
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Passionate Certified Prosthetist Orthotist with extensive experience at multiple clinics, adept in mold-making and casting, specializing in adult, pediatric and lower extremity prosthetics. Workied with military and veterans. Proven track record in enhancing patient mobility and independence through innovative prosthetic/orthotic solutions. Excels in technical fabrication and patient-centric care, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving and interpersonal skills. Background in fine art production with experience producing for professional artists and the movie industry.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Prosthetist Orthotist
Freedom Prosthetics LLC
Walker, LA
01.2022 - Current
- Create and maintain artificial limbs and orthotic bracing, primarily for lower extremity, from start to finish, for persons with limb loss, limb deficiency, and neuromusculoskeletal issues.
Certified Prosthetist Orthotist
Hanger Clinic
New Orleans, LA
05.2019 - 09.2021
- Create and maintain Pediatric Orthotic devices and Prosthetic limbs for children with neuromusculoskeletal deficiencies and limb deficiencies
Certified Prosthetist Orthotist
Fountain Orthotics and Prosthetics
Mission Viejo, CA
06.2019 - 08.2021
- Create and maintain Prosthetic and Orthotic devices clinically and technically
Certified Prosthetist Orthotist
Hanger Clinic: Prosthetics & Orthotics
Austin , Texas
02.2017 - 05.2019
- Finish Residency, while providing Prosthetic and Orthotic services and running my office independently
Resident Prosthetist Orthotist
Hanger Clinic: Prosthetics & Orthotics
, CA
08.2014 - 12.2016
- Resident Prosthetist Orthotist and active Clinician
Assistant Prosthetist Orthotist and Volunteer
Hanger Clinic: Prosthetics & Orthotics
Austin , Texas
11.2009 - 12.2011
- Began as volunteer Prosthetist Orthotist and gained licensure in state of Texas as Assistant, then practiced for one more year before attending Graduate School
Education
Master of Science - Prosthetics And Orthotics
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Long Beach, CA04-2014
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts, Sculpture
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX05-2005
Skills
- Certified Prosthetist Orthotist (CPO)
- Mold-making specialist
- Casting specialist
- Metal casting and fabrication
Certification
- ABC CPO #3823. Gold-Standard Certified Prosthetist Orthotist.
Languages
German
Professional
Spanish
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Prosthetist Orthotist
Freedom Prosthetics LLC
01.2022 - Current
Certified Prosthetist Orthotist
Fountain Orthotics and Prosthetics
06.2019 - 08.2021
Certified Prosthetist Orthotist
Hanger Clinic
05.2019 - 09.2021
Certified Prosthetist Orthotist
Hanger Clinic: Prosthetics & Orthotics
02.2017 - 05.2019
Resident Prosthetist Orthotist
Hanger Clinic: Prosthetics & Orthotics
08.2014 - 12.2016
Assistant Prosthetist Orthotist and Volunteer
Hanger Clinic: Prosthetics & Orthotics
11.2009 - 12.2011
- ABC CPO #3823. Gold-Standard Certified Prosthetist Orthotist.
Master of Science - Prosthetics And Orthotics
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts, Sculpture
Texas State University
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