Adam
Edmonds, certified prosthetist/orthotist for CoxHealth, has been awarded a
fellowship from the American Academy of Orthotists & Prosthetists. There
are only four professionals with such a designation in the state, and he is the
only one in southwest Missouri.
The
designation is a signature recognition of the academy: It is attained by those
with a demonstrated commitment to mastering their profession through sustained
educational pursuits and a proven track record of service to both their
community and the profession.
One
of the ways that service materialized for Edmonds was through a mission trip to
Ukraine. While in Europe, he worked with disabled individuals and orphans: He
used his expertise to set up orthotics and prosthetics trainings, as well as
facility equipment.
In
his daily work, Edmonds helps develop and design a prosthesis specific for each
patient’s needs and function level. Patients have follow-up appointments with
Edmonds, and go through tests to ensure proper fit and function of the
prosthesis. Behind the scenes, he researches to find the proper componentry to
meet the patient’s needs, works in the lab to oversee the fabrication of the prosthesis,
and performs certain alignment and assembly functions. Later, he also helps
patients learn how to best use their new prosthesis.
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