History

Christopher Perry founded Perry Prosthetics over 10 years ago and has made a name for providing the best possible prosthetic care. Being exclusive in prosthetics really does give us an advantage. We take the time needed to fit our patients no matter what obstacles we need to overcome. Our certified staff has the experience to care for any level of amputation. We do our part to educate the patient every step of the way so they are comfortable with the result and confident to make improvements in their life. Whether its insurance related, clinical or if you just want to know, we are going to provide the information you need.

“My story starts here, when disaster strikes… you find yourself looking to people for answer your many questions.

I was riding my motorcycle home from school when my life changed forever. My leg was severely damaged and I had lost a lot of blood. Life-Flight took me from a small town hospital to Toledo, which became my new home for three months.

During that time my nurses and other care givers became some of my closest friends. I have made it a life goal to provide the same level of care to my patients that I experienced after my accident.” – Christopher Perry

Our Team

Christopher A. Perry, CP, LP– After a tragic motorcycle accident that claimed his right leg below the knee Chris wanted to make a difference for people missing limbs. He studied under one the greatest prosthetic professional in the world, Jan Stokosa, in Lansing, MI. The experience Chris gained was not only world class but proven successful. As he made his way from the lab to the clinical room in the field of prosthetics, Chris began to understand what he needed to do in his life. He was certified in 1998 and opened his own practice in April 2000 in Perrysburg. Now a husband and father of four children balance in his life is key. Chris is confident that he is making a difference in the lives of many because of the response he gets from his happy and loyal patients. Chris is now focused on continuing the success he has had so far by engaging an aggressive plan for expansion.

Jeff Hagman, CP, LP – Lead Prosthetist at Perry Prosthetics. Jeff’s prosthetic career began as a technician while attending orthotic and prosthetic graduate school at Eastern Michigan University. He graduated in spring of 2006 and was Perry Prosthetics first practitioner to complete the facilities residency training program. In 2008 he became certified earning his title of Certified Prosthetist and State Licensed Practitioner. Jeff played an instrumental part in starting Perry Prosthetics monthly walking and running clinics and participates with the clinic each month. He has been with Perry Prosthetics going on 5 years and does what it takes to provide quality care to his patients. In his personal time Jeff can be found spending time with family, friends or on a boat sailing. He is an accomplished sailor and has competed in several national and world championship racing events.

Julie Rubel, Resident – Resident Prosthetist for Perry Prosthetics. We are proud to announce that Julie Rubel has completed her studies in the area of prosthetics at Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, and is now a full time prosthetic resident at Perry Prosthetics. Julie has been on board with Perry Prosthetics since July of 2009, where she fulfilled a technical role in the fabrication process of making artificial limbs and as a clinical assistant. She will be completing a one year term as a resident after which she will be board eligible and may sit for her exam to become a certified prosthetist. The state of Ohio requires this process in order to secure a license to practice prosthetics. Perry Prosthetics wishes Julie the best with her endeavors. Congratulations, Julie and welcome back.

Melissa Hall – Billing Manager for Perry Prosthetics for over nine years. Melissa’s responsibilities include medical billing and accounting. She has assisted in shaping the processes used every day in caring for our patients. When she is not spending quality time with her five year old son, Brady James, Melissa enjoys exercising, working out and rollerblading.

Amy Parcels –Business Manager has worked for Perry Prosthetics since 2008. She is responsible for all day-today operations including patient satisfaction. Amy is fluent in Spanish and lived in Spain for a Study Abroad Program in 2005. She enjoys traveling, playing volleyball, cooking and spending time outdoors with her friends and family. She will be getting married in May of 2011 in Bay City, MI.

Tory Jacobs – Billing Assistant for Perry Prosthetics. Her responsibilities include working with the insurance carriers to obtain benefits information for our patients and assisting the billing department in all areas.

Sara Porter – Receptionist for Perry Prosthetics. Her responsibilities include greeting our patients and see them to our evaluation rooms to meet with our clinicians for their care. She is 26-years-old and has a one year old son. She loves spending time and vacationing with her family. She is a huge football fan and enjoys going to their seasonal games. Her hobbies, in her spare time, are baking and all types of crafts.

Jeff Vilminot – Lab Supervisor for Perry Prosthetics. His role with the company is key for growth. He is our lead Technician and is responsible for training all fabrication personnel. The depth and breadth of his experience is vast. For over 40 years he has dedicated his career to using the most advanced techniques for building prosthetic arms and legs. He has mastered the art of finishing the cosmetics of a prosthetic limb. Patient satisfaction is his number one goal, while ensuring the limb is durable and functions the way the practitioner and patient expect. In his spare time Jeff enjoys motor sports and collecting rare vehicles. His passion in his youth was flat track motorcycle racing, to which he says is “heart stopping fun!” He and his wife Terry reside near Jackson, MI where they enjoy cooking and gardening together.

Brett Bisalski – Technician for Perry Prosthetics. Brett is currently pursuing a degree to be a Certified Prosthetist at Eastern Michigan University. When he is not studying, working and driving he enjoys hunting and percussion instruments. When he is not in school session he spends his summers working as a technician and polishing his prosthetic technical skills, which include building test sockets, cast in alignment and transferring impression molds.

Bob McDonald – Technician for Perry Prosthetics. Bob is new to the industry of prosthetics. His background is varied with high level mechanically involved applications. He is excited about the change of careers and truly enjoys helping people directly to be comfortable and happy in their lives. His son is a major focus in his life and he spends as much time with him as possible.

Chris Geiselman, RN, RTP –Registered Technician for Perry Prosthetics. Chris is involved with the day-to-day operations of building the prosthetic limbs. His experience spans nearly a decade in prosthetics as he entered the field because he became an amputee. He also earned a degree in nursing and works as a Case Manger for the Workers Compensation Commission of Ohio and Michigan. Chris’ three children join him in outdoor activity, like kayaking, which he has competed in and is a champion at the Extremity Games, an X-Games style competition for people living with limb loss or limb difference.

Facility

We recently moved to a newly renovated, state-of-the-art prosthetic facility designed by the team of Perry Prosthetics. Our focus is on prosthetic care. WE are not a provider of HME (home medical equipment) products. This gives us more time to focus on your prosthetic needs. We are happy to assist you in any way possible for a lifetime.