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Shannon Levin, CPO is an American Board Certified (ABC) prosthetist and orthotist. She graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine's Orthotic and Prosthetic programs which are affiliated with the renowned Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago.
Shannon first became interested in prosthetics and orthotics while working in the Biomechanics Laboratory at Willamette University in Salem, Oregon. At the time, she was working on research involving normal human locomotion in various conditions, and became curious about pathological gait. This interest led her to the prosthetic and orthotic industry, where practitioners aim to help those with functional limitations achieve more normal gait patterns. Shannon worked as a technician for three years building artificial limbs and braces in order to further her knowledge in the field, and has an in-depth knowledge of material science.
Shannon's knowledge of biomechanics sets her apart as she uses these principles in her daily evaluations of patients to achieve optimal outcomes. She is passionate about helping people achieve their goals and has experience serving both pediatric and adult patients. As owner/practitioner of Mobility Solutions Prosthetics and Orthotics, Shannon is committed to providing the highest level of care, service and education to patients, referral sources and third party payers. Shannon is currently a member of the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists (AAOP) and the American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association (AOPA). Languages spoken include English, Spanish and some experience with sign language.
Shannon first became interested in prosthetics and orthotics while working in the Biomechanics Laboratory at Willamette University in Salem, Oregon. At the time, she was working on research involving normal human locomotion in various conditions, and became curious about pathological gait. This interest led her to the prosthetic and orthotic industry, where practitioners aim to help those with functional limitations achieve more normal gait patterns. Shannon worked as a technician for three years building artificial limbs and braces in order to further her knowledge in the field, and has an in-depth knowledge of material science.
Shannon's knowledge of biomechanics sets her apart as she uses these principles in her daily evaluations of patients to achieve optimal outcomes. She is passionate about helping people achieve their goals and has experience serving both pediatric and adult patients. As owner/practitioner of Mobility Solutions Prosthetics and Orthotics, Shannon is committed to providing the highest level of care, service and education to patients, referral sources and third party payers. Shannon is currently a member of the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists (AAOP) and the American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association (AOPA). Languages spoken include English, Spanish and some experience with sign language.
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Bengt Walker, CPO is an American Board Certified (ABC) prosthetist and orthotist. Mr. Walker began his career in prosthetics and orthotics at Triangle Orthopaedic medical center in Durham, North Carolina where he designed brace systems for upper and lower extremity disorders as well as spinal pathologies. During this time, he worked directly under a protégé of the late Dr. Jaquelin Perry who piloted and published the first in-depth research on normal and pathological human gait dynamics. He is an avid follower of the orthotic philosophies of internationally recognized physical therapist and researcher, Beverly Cusick, PT, where extension of the spine and accommodation of the body are the foundation of orthotic treatment. He obtained his education in prosthetics and orthotics from the esteemed Northwestern University in Chicago, Illinois.
Bengt specializes in adult and pediatric orthotic and prosthetic treatment plans including complications from cerebral palsy, post polio syndrome, scoliosis, spina bifida, unstable cervical fractures (utilizing the HALO), osteoarthritis, stroke, hyper/hypo-tonia, spinal pathologies, Lou Gehrig’s disease, Ehlers Danlos syndrome, and amputation. He has extensive experience with dynamic carbon fiber orthotics which function to normalize gait mechanics by providing energy storage and return to patients ambulating with ankle weakness or instability. He is also experienced in advanced vacuum prosthetic suspension systems such as the EMS from the German Ottobock Corporation.
Bengt specializes in adult and pediatric orthotic and prosthetic treatment plans including complications from cerebral palsy, post polio syndrome, scoliosis, spina bifida, unstable cervical fractures (utilizing the HALO), osteoarthritis, stroke, hyper/hypo-tonia, spinal pathologies, Lou Gehrig’s disease, Ehlers Danlos syndrome, and amputation. He has extensive experience with dynamic carbon fiber orthotics which function to normalize gait mechanics by providing energy storage and return to patients ambulating with ankle weakness or instability. He is also experienced in advanced vacuum prosthetic suspension systems such as the EMS from the German Ottobock Corporation.
ABC Certified Assistant and Technician: Sean Carroll, CPOA, CTPO
Sean Carroll, CPOA, CTPO has been working in the field of prosthetics and orthotics since attending and graduating from the prosthetic and orthotic technician program at Spokane Falls Community College in 1995. His technical skills are one of his greatest strengths, as is his ability to listen to each individual patients' needs and think "outside of the box" when necessary to help meet their goals. He is well-versed in all aspects of prosthetic and orthotic fabrication and stays up to date with the latest developments in technology.