I am an independent prosthetic clinician in the private sector. I run Swift Prosthetics, which includes the Prosthetic Home Service, a unique nationwide clinical prosthetic service offering domiciliary visits, together with a clinic in Lancaster. I have experience working with all levels of amputation, both acquired and congenital, and as an accredited expert witness I undertake medico-legal instructions nationwide.

Orthotic devices (braces and splints) of all types for lower limb, upper limb, spinal, cranial, including orthopaedic footwear, footwear adaptations, orthotic insoles, functional electrical stimulation and lycra garments • Specialist in biomechanics and gait analysis • Conditions that may require orthotic treatment include cerebral palsy, brain injury, stroke, spina bifida, scoliosis, drop foot, traumatic injuries, fractures, dislocations, soft tissue injuries, birth defects, leg length discrepancies, arthritis, diabetes...

My character naturally lends itself to being organised and independent. Medico-legal orthotic reports are presented in a clear, detailed and methodical way which is easy to follow. I have an interest in biomechanics and lower limb orthoses in particular. I have been involved extensively in orthopaedics and rheumatology, but have been engaged in almost all aspects of orthotic bracing over my career, including 25 years in paediatrics.

I am one of relatively few HCPC-registered Prosthetist/Orthotists who actively practises in both disciplines, making me equally able to accept instructions across lower limb prosthetics and the full range of orthotic presentations - including complex trauma, neurological conditions, foot-drop and paediatric orthotics. Prior to qualifying, I worked as an orthopaedic technician fabricating orthotic devices. This manufacturing background gives me a technical understanding of device construction and costing that is uncommon among clinicians, and is particularly relevant to quantum issues i...

Orthotic Clinical Specialist • Part 35 report fees are fixed • Computerised gait analysis (static and dynamic analysis) included where appropriate • Appointments are made within 3-6 weeks of instruction with the report produced within 5 weeks of the consultation • A 'fast track' service also offered • Clinic held weekly in Sheffield and every 6 weeks in London • Home visits can be accommodated too • Chair of the International Society of Prosthetists and Orthotists (ISPO) Consulting in Sheffield and London

All aspects of podiatry and podiatry medicolegal work relating to clinical negligence and personal injury (civil law) including: • Diabetes • Charcot foot • Ulceration • Gait analysis • Injury • Orthotics • Remedial footwear.