POP Stories

Prosthetics, orthotics & pedorthics—POP—provide endless opportunities to shape lives and build a career that fits your interests. Go behind-the-scenes to learn what POP pros do and why they love it.

Watch more POP stories or contact a POP Ambassador to learn more.

Adrienne Hill, a certified prosthetist orthotist and POP educator, chose a career in POP because it combined her passions for art, engineering and health care.

Rylie Weldon, a certified prosthetist orthotist in South Dakota, shares a favorite story about creating a custom saddle to help a young girl ride a horse.

Ahmad Najwa, a certified prosthetic technician in Kentucky, uses 3D printing software to design custom POP devices. 

Rebecca Cook, a certified prosthetist orthotist and coach for an adaptive hockey team, knows the life-changing power of POP.

For POP student Sal Gonzalez, POP devices are works of art that also help patients move better.

When Kathleen Carroll was in preschool, her friend used a hip brace to help her move better. Now, Kathleen works with families to help kids be kids.

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