Occupation: Biomechatronics Researcher
Hugh Herr is a professor at MIT and a leader in the field of biomechatronics. As a double amputee himself, he has pioneered the development of advanced prosthetic limbs.
Occupation: Boston Marathon Bombing Survivor
Jessica Kensky lost both of her legs in the Boston Marathon bombing. She has since become an advocate for amputee rights and has written a memoir about her experience.
Occupation: Orthopedic Surgeon
Dr. Albert Lin is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in limb reconstruction and amputation surgery. He has performed numerous complex surgeries to restore function to injured arms.
Occupation: Paralympic Snowboarder
Amy Purdy is a Paralympic snowboarder who lost both of her legs below the knee due to bacterial meningitis. She is also a motivational speaker and co-founder of a non-profit organization.
Occupation: Rehabilitation Scientist
Dr. Linda Resnik is a rehabilitation scientist who focuses on improving outcomes for individuals with limb loss. Her research informs policies and practices for amputee care.
Occupation: Motivational Speaker and Author
Kyle Maynard was born with a rare condition called congenital amputation and is a quadruple amputee. He is a motivational speaker, author, and mixed martial arts athlete.
Occupation: Biomedical Engineer
Dr. Todd Kuiken is a biomedical engineer known for his work on developing advanced prosthetic limbs. He has pioneered techniques for neural control of prostheses.
Occupation: Athlete and Model
Aimee Mullins is a former Paralympic athlete and model who has appeared in fashion magazines and on runways around the world. She advocates for disability rights and inclusion in sports.
Occupation: Physical Therapist
Dr. Albert Esker is a physical therapist specializing in rehabilitation for individuals with arm injuries and amputations. He works with patients to regain strength and mobility in their arms.
Occupation: Paralympic Swimmer
Jessica Long is a Paralympic swimmer who was born with fibular hemimelia and had both of her lower legs amputated as a child. She has won numerous gold medals in swimming competitions.