Matthew Habecker
Matthew Habecker, American Board Certified Prosthetist, has a rich and diversified background in prosthetics. Growing up in Indiana and later educated at Harding University in Searcy, AR , Mr. Habecker received a liberal arts education and explored classes in art, science and business. An inventor since childhood, his interests in engineering and design later became focused on prosthetics following his undergraduate work.
Mr. Habecker’s foundational education in prosthetics began at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center where he received his Certificate in Prosthetics/Orthotics and his Bachelor of Science Degree. He later was privileged to serve as a faculty member in the Department of Prosthetics/Orthotics at the University of Virginia and participate in their rich, multidisciplinary approach to patient care. During his time at UVA, Mr. Habecker began his work on a Master’s Degree at the world’s gold standard for prosthetic education, University of Strathclyde in Glasgow, Scotland. (only graduate in the Midwest). This graduate education provided a new set of engineering tools and approaches to further expand the scope and capabilities of Mr. Habecker’s diverse clinical practice with both upper and lower limb amputees.
Over time, Mr. Habecker has had the privilege of working at other amazing clinical and institutional settings; most notably, with his friend and mentor, Ron Junttonen, C.P. at Prosthetic Center in Lansing, MI. Mr. Habecker has taught and lectured in different venues across the country, and is particularly honored to have helped design the guest lecturer series for Upper and Lower Limb Prosthetics at the Indiana University Doctor of Physical Therapy program. - All of the rich experiences gained over time, have now been focused into Mr. Habecker’s career long dream; creating a world class center for those with limb loss.
Mr. Habecker is excited to provide his knowledge and expertise to the ODS team to help them make the best decisions for the children they help.
