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David Howells, OAM
David is a founding member and director of APC Prosthetics and one of the most highly regarded Prosthetists in Australia, with over 30 years experience. David has been appointed as the Prosthetist to the Paralympic Team since Sydney 2000, and was bestowed with an Order of Australia in 2006 in recognition of his contribution to amputees and the prosthetic profession. He has presented at Australian and International Conferences, and has been lecturing at the UNSW lower extremity course for more than 15 years. As Australia’s most experienced micro-processor knee practitioner, he now manages over 40 patients using this technology, since he fitted the country’s first C-Leg in 1999. His passion is working with the Paralympic athletes and applying these cutting-edge practices to his everyday community clients. |
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Richard Curby
Richard is a founding member and director of APC Prosthetics and has practiced since 1979. Richard has acted as a senior Prosthetist in various public and private clinics both in NSW and QLD. He is not only a highly regarded lower extremity prosthetist but is considered an expert in the field of upper extremity prosthetics. He has fitted numerous myo-electric prostheses and is one of only two prosthetists in Australia accredited to fit the Otto Bock Dynamic arm. Over the years, Richard has continued to keep abreast of the latest technologies which filter through to all patients he manages. |
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Harvey Blackney
Harvey is a founding member and director of APC Prosthetics. Harvey graduated in 1984 and worked in research at the Central Development Unit and general practice with the DVA through until the late 1980’s. Prior to starting APC Prosthetics in 1998, he was responsible for managing Otto Bock’s clinical & technical services across the Asia region. Harvey has presented at numerous national & international conferences, and retains a special interest in socket design & the human/hardware interface. |
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Cameron Ward
Cameron graduated from La Trobe University with a Bachelor Degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics in 2000. He joined the clinical team at APC Prosthetics in the same year and has been an accredited honorary prosthetist at Westmead and Blacktown Hospitals for a number of years. During the 2000 Sydney Paralympics Cameron was actively involved in managing many Medal winning track and field amputees. At the beginning of 2006, Cameron played an integral role as lead prosthetist of the successful Interim trial running at Westmead Hospital. He now specializes in early prosthetic management programs and has a special interest in the field of sports and specialized prostheses. Cameron is particularly interested in increasing his involvement in pediatric prosthetic services. |
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Stefan Laux
Stefan qualified as a Prosthetist/ Orthotist in 1998 in Heidelberg, Germany. He practiced in Germany for 5 years before joining APC Prosthetics in 2003. Since then he has aligned his qualifications by completing a Bachelor Degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics at La Trobe University. He has been servicing the Amputee Clinics at Liverpool and Braeside Hospital for a number of years. Stefan has a special interest in the management of partial foot amputees and is the most experienced practitioner in fitting microprocessor controlled foot systems in Australia. He is a very strong believer in ongoing education and incorporating the latest technology to maximize outcomes for his clients. |
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Michael Storey
Michael graduated from La Trobe University with a Bachelor Degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics in 2009. Upon graduation he gained experience in paediatric orthotics while working at the Children's Hospital at Westmead before joing the clinical team at APC Prosthetics in 2010. |
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Cathy Howells
One of Australia’s most knowledgeable and experienced amputee physiotherapists, Cathy has had a special interest in amputee management for over 20 years. She was the physiotherapist in charge of the amputee unit at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital from 1988 until 1994 and has practiced subsequently in the private sector as a consultant Physiotherapist since 1994. She is one of the keynote lecturers in the annual lower extremity prosthetics course at UNSW and has presented numerous scientific papers at both Australian and International Conferences. Cathy has developed and implemented the training program for all the microprocessor knee users at APC Prosthetics. Her passion for optimal outcomes for all amputees has made her integral to the training and preparation of many Australian paralympians.
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Sue Wright
Sue joined APC Prosthetics in 2007 and is the Finance and Administration Manager. |
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Jane Jenkyn
Jane has been with APC Prosthetics since 2000 as our Receptionist and Secretary. Please contact Jane to coordinate your appointment planning. |
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Michelle Jennings
Michelle has been with APC Prosthetics since 2003. Michelle assists with Reception and Administrative duties including managing APC's website and coordinating our quarterly online newsletter. |
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Lisa Chapman
Lisa has been with APC Prosthetics since 2007. Lisa assists with Reception and Clerical duties. |
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David Bradley
David concluded his training as an Orthotic and Prosthetic Technician in 1995 in Ireland before moving to Australia in 2000 where he joined APC Prosthetics as the leading Prosthetic and Orthotic Technician. |
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Tim Holmes
APC Prosthetics welcomed Tim in August 2006. Along with on the job training, Tim has completed his course as a Prosthetic and Orthotic Technician to become a valued member of our team. |
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David Thomas
Dave joined APC Prosthetics in 2007 after graduating from UNSW with a Bachelor of Science majoring in Biomechanics. He is currently working as a Prosthetic Technician. |
