2024 Medical Profile: Chris Wells, L.P.O.

Mid-Florida Prosthetics & Orthotics

From an early age, Chris Wells, L.P.O., knew he wanted to work with his hands in order to help people and make a positive impact on their daily lives. Much of this desire stemmed from watching his father’s career as an orthotist serving Tallahassee and Panhandle patients.

Wells has been a prosthetist/orthotist for the past 20 years. He has served the Tallahassee area for 16 years with the move to Mid-Florida Prosthetics & Orthotics in the past year. Mid-Florida Prosthetics & Orthotics has served patients at the center of the state in Ocala, Lake City, Gainesville and Leesburg for over 40 years, with their most recent expansion including the Tallahassee practice.

Mid-Florida Prosthetics & Orthotics provides prosthetics and orthotics for those affected by limb loss due to congenital or acquired causes. As a prosthetist/orthotist, Wells creates and fits devices that help patients regain or improve mobility and functionality. This could include artificial limbs, orthopedic braces or splints.

“We provide encouraging, compassionate and competent care in a timely manner,” said Wells. “From the initial consultation through the entire rehab process, we work as a team, including the patient, surgeon, physician groups and therapists, to ensure success.”

Wells will often attend therapy visits and follow up closely with the patient. It’s not uncommon for him to make home visits to those recovering or those who are homebound.

Limb loss is often the result of a traumatic event and is a process that Wells aids patients in grieving. He views one of his most vital roles as a listener, taking in the patient’s concerns and hopes to seek the best solution.

“An important aspect for me as a practitioner is managing expectations and being honest with each patient while being encouraging and supportive about the next steps,” said Wells.

Additionally, there is a licensed therapist on staff that specializes in treating those with disabilities. Three free telehealth visits are provided to people struggling with limb loss or other challenges.

The highest quality of innovative technology is embraced, and each patient’s needs are individually assessed with a care plan specific to the person’s needs. A goal of the practice is to continue expanding services and relationships throughout Tallahassee, the Big Bend region and South Georgia, especially to the vast veteran population.

“We restore lives by allowing patients and their families to regain their independence, self-worth and confidence,” said Wells.

Mid-Florida Prosthetics & Orthotics

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