Ronnie Dickson Swimming with Ottobock X3 Microprocessor Knee
What Ronnie Dickson can do in Florida (with a waterproof knee) while the rest of the country is freezing! #Sunny #POAOrlando Click here to view video
Wounded Warrior Max Gauthier, above knee amputee, Running Again!
Meet Max Gauthier and his identical twin brother, Jake. Both men were serving our country in Afghanistan when Max was injured. Steve Chamberland of 50 Legs.org & The 50 Legs Show brought Max to POA after being approached by his uncle at church. Check out this great video of Max running with Jake for the first time since his amputation–>Max Running with Identical Twin brother for first time on prosthetic
Celeste Corcoran, Boston Strong! Amputee Boston Marathon Bombing Survivor Running!
Check out this Video–> Celeste Corcoran, Boston Marathon Bombing Survivor Running! After a few “test jumps,” Celeste Corcoran took off on her new prosthetic running legs! She has taken on this new challenge with fierce pride, determination and strength! #BostonStrong #CorcoranStrong
Celeste Corcoran making friends at POA while being fit with new prosthetic legs. Girl Power!
There’s no stopping these ladies! Cait, Celeste and Bella, getting to know each other at POA today while Celeste was being fit with new prosthetic legs. Loving Bella’s shoes! Celeste & Sydney Corcoran Support Page — at Prosthetic & Orthotic Associates (POA).
POA’s Bryce Williams (AK) ROCKS the Zip Line!
Bryce sent us these great photos from his recent zip line experience. Another POA client taking the *dis* out of his ability! #Believe #TryHarder #Succeed
Amy Purdy and Celeste Corcoran–both bilateral amputees–are #POAStrong
Two of the most *wicked strong* survivors and amazing women we know–Amy Purdy and Celeste Corcoran–are in the (POA) house today! #BostonStrong #LiveBeyondLimits #POAOrlando
Meet Hernan Knob of Colombia, and read his incredible story of survival, 10/23/2013
The time was 3:30 am on June 5, 1993, in Pereira, Colombia. Hernan Knob, then a 22-year-old college student, had just finished a shift at a popular night club when he heard a knock at the door. As Hernan turned the knob and opened the door he was met by a blinding light and tremendous explosion. What happened next forever changed the path of his life. A LITTLE HISTORY OF
Bella taking Big Steps Toward Independence!
Less than a month after she took her first steps, Bella stopped in to show us what she is doing now! Way to go, Bella! ♥ Click here to view video of Bella #POAProud
Leo Morales, Hip Disarticulate Amputee, #MovingForward!
Following message is from POA patient Leo Morales of Mexico. We are blessed to be part of your team, Leo! “The Doctor’s said because of the cancer and because i am a Hip Disarticulated i will not even wear a prosthetic leg. Thanks to God, Stan Patterson, all the POACFL team, my loved wife , family and friends for all the support. Now I’m able to walk and also to
Franklin Mejias – Embracing the Journey and Celebrating Life, 8/14/13
Franklin Mejias, meningitis survivor and quadrilateral amputee, is focused on living his life without limits!! See video–> Franklin Mejias #Believe #FranklinStrong #Inspired