Shane is a native in Jamesville, NC and grew up being very active in sports, especially playing baseball; his first love.  In 1991, Shane developed an infection from a cut which resulted in the amputation of his right leg, above the knee.  Having many family and friends who encouraged and supported him during this time in need; he began a new chapter of his life.  By beginning this new chapter, he felt that his career had found him.

Shane directed his interest and studies toward becoming a Certified Prosthetist Orthotist.  After graduating from high school in 1993, Shane worked as a technician in prosthetics and orthotics for Don Truesdale, CPO, in New Bern, NC while attending college.  Four years later he transferred to East Carolina University to complete his Bachelor of Science degree in Rehabilitation Studies.  During which time, he worked as a orthotic technician at PCMH under Ed Tilley, CO for two years.

Graduating from ECU in December 2000, Shane then transferred to Northwestern University Medical School to study prosthetics and orthotics. After returning to Greenville, NC in 2002.  Shortly after, Shane started his residency at Hanger Prosthetics & Orthotics under Paul Sugg, CPO. While working at this particular establishment, he became a Certified Prosthetist Orthotist in September 2004, through the American Board for Certification in Prosthetics and Orthotics.  Shane then relocated to Saint Petersburg, FL to practice prosthetics and orthotics.  

In May 2006, he returned to Greenville, NC to found Orthotics and Prosthetics East Inc.  Shane's goal is to provide individuals in need of prosthetics and orthotics; the highest quality of care in the area.  Shane's team approach with the patient, physician, therapist and local support groups are all working for you.  Together we can accomplish this.

We are your "Direction to Independence." 


Member of:

American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association
American Academy of Orthotists & Prosthetists
Amputee Coalition of America

Certifications:

American Board for Certification, CPO #2469
Licensed in the State of Florida #POR 1752
Otto Bock C-Leg Certified
BioScanner Certified