PATIENT TESTIMONIALS
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"My two first providers of prosthetics (above and below knee) left me feeling defeated that I would never walk again. That is until I met Emily at Bionics O&P. Emily is the best in her field as she was able to provide me with two comfortable prosthetics that I can actually use! She is very knowledgeable reliable and dedicated to her trade. She even went as far as recommending we use a pattern on the socket and my ‘legs’ look awesome.
"I highly recommend Emily at Bionics O&P. The best you can find in San Diego."
– Anthony M
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​​"My experience with Emily at Bionics has been terrific. I have had boots from two different providers over the past ten years and not only are the Bionic boots way more comfortable but the follow up and service is great. Highly recommend Bionics."
– Terry J​
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"For someone who’s worn braces on both legs their entire adult life, for the past 50 years, I’ve received care from several different Orthotic & Prosthetic Specialists. Take it from me, the team at Bionics Orthotics & Prosthetics is among the very best. When it was time for me to “graduate” from AFOs to KAFOs I was so happy to have Emily Rau providing her supervision and expertise for development of both of the pairs I had made. The Ottobock C-Brace may be the latest-greatest tech out of Germany, but we all know the fit is core to success of any brace! From Kevin Calvo leading the organization through every member of the team the focus is on quality and a job well-done. Thank you Emily and Bionics for helping me to gain the freedom to sail and travel the world pain free!"
– Peter P.
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Bionics O&P in the community
READ: CARRYING THE FAMILY LEGACY | San Diego sailor overcomes paralysis to compete among the best
For Peter Phillips, sailing is a family tradition. His grandfather was posthumously awarded the inaugural trophy for long-distance sailing at the San Diego Yacht Club; he had carried the club flag further and to more “out of the way” locations in the world than any other member. Peter’s father and uncle grew up on his grandfather’s boat, traveling around the South Pacific and Central America during their youth. Similarly, Peter began sailing and competing at a very young age.
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But in 1976, when Peter was 17, he was hospitalized with Guillain–Barré syndrome – a condition where the body’s immune system attacks its own nervous system, causing weakness and paralysis.
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Peter Phillips uses two different set of KAFO braces; microprocessor C-Braces for daily walking and exercise, and lightweight carbon braces for sailing. Peter has been getting custom braces from Bionics since 2016.
Read about Peter's races and see results of the 2025 Mobility Cup and U.S.Para Sailing Championships here
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