Hanger, Inc.

Our teams are heading to #OTWorld2026 in Leipzig, bringing together a shared commitment to advancing patient care and strengthening the #OandP profession worldwide. As the global community of O&P experts, innovators, and industry leaders comes together, we’re proud to represent an ecosystem of companies delivering high-quality, value-based solutions from innovative products and technologies to the services and insights that support evidence-based clinical practice and improve patient outcomes. From breakthrough innovations to hands-on learning and meaningful connections, this week is all about shaping what’s next for O&P. If you’re attending, stop by for refreshments and connect with our team at the Hanger Institute Cafe. If not, follow along as we’ll be sharing highlights and insights all week long!

The Hanger Institute for Clinical Research and Education is pleased to share its 2025–2026 Annual Report, showcasing how rigorous research in orthotics and prosthetics is being translated into real-world clinical improvements. This year's report highlights major advancements in understanding patient outcomes, optimizing clinical decision-making, and shaping the future of access in O&P. “Behind every data point in this report is an opportunity to better understand the people we serve and the care they deserve. By aligning research, shared decision-making, and advocacy, we are helping build a future in which orthotic and prosthetic care is more equitable, more personalized, and more responsive to individual goals,” said Shane Wurdeman, PhD, Chief Clinical Officer with the Hanger Institute. Inside the 2025–2026 Report: ➡️ Lower limb orthosis care: Expanding understanding of health status, mobility, fall risk, and well-being of lower limb orthosis users, while advancing outcomes tools like the OPRO-M to inform clinical decision-making ➡️ Lower limb prosthetic optimization: Studying how socket replacement, alignment optimization, component selection, and structured outcome measurement can drive meaningful improvements in mobility, participation, and quality of life ➡️ Bone-anchored prosthetics: Clarifying the importance of biologically informed rehabilitation, alignment strategies, and consensus-driven component selection for osseointegrated systems ➡️ Strengthening the O&P workforce: Evolving our residency program, expanding clinical extender models, and advancing AI-assisted decision-support tools to create more space for meaningful patient-practitioner engagement ➡️ Advocacy and collaboration: Advancing equitable access through VA partnerships and the So Every BODY Can Move initiative To learn more, visit: https://bit.ly/4txLkJh.

Nominations for the 2026 Dr. James H. Campbell Commitment to Outcomes Award close next Tuesday, May 12. This prestigious award funded by Hanger, Inc. in honor of Dr. Campbell recognizes individuals advancing evidence-based O&P care through clinical outcomes programs, peer-reviewed research, innovation, and improved patient outcomes. The recipient will be honored at AOPA’s 2026 National Assembly in Las Vegas and receive a $3,000 honorarium, travel support, complimentary registration, and national recognition. Do you know someone making a lasting impact on outcomes in O&P? Submit your nomination today before the deadline. https://lnkd.in/eBBDd2zH

In honor of Limb Loss & Limb Difference Awareness Month, our team is participating in #WearOrangeWednesday in solidarity with the community we serve. 🧡 As an organization, we are committed to helping ensure better access to support, care, and opportunities for individuals living with limb loss and limb difference, and continue promoting inclusion, representation, and understanding to build stronger communities. #LLLDAM2026

Last week, Hanger representatives joined peers in Washington, D.C. for the American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association (AOPA) Policy Forum, a key annual advocacy event for the O&P profession. The forum brings together clinicians, industry leaders, students, and patient advocates to meet with federal lawmakers, share the impact of O&P care, and advocate for policies that improve access and outcomes for patients. Hanger was represented by 22 affiliated attendees, including employees and patient ambassadors. Hanger also sponsored three students and three residents to attend, helping build a strong foundation in advocacy early in their careers. As the #OandP field continues to navigate challenges related to reimbursement, access, and regulation, investing in the next generation ensures the profession continues to adapt and lead. Thank you to everyone who joined the event and to all who support our local and national advocacy efforts!

This month, Hanger Clinic — in partnership with the University of Hartford — officially unveiled a groundbreaking collaborative healthcare facility in Rocky Hill, CT, with three distinct operations under one roof, including: 🦿 Hands-on patient care 🎓 Advanced education for future clinicians ⚙️ National prosthetics & orthotics fabrication Launching during Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month, the facility represents nearly 20 years of collaboration between Hanger and the University of Hartford, and a shared commitment to improving outcomes, advancing innovation, and shaping the next generation of #OandP professionals. “We are not just opening a new facility — we’re stepping into the next chapter of a partnership that has consistently raised the bar for what’s possible in orthotics and prosthetics,” said Pete Stoy, CEO of Hanger, Inc. “Bringing together clinical care, advanced education, and national-scale fabrication under a single roof is a model for what the future of O&P looks like, and we are proud to carry our shared legacy forward in this extraordinary space.” Thank you to the University of Hartford for your continued partnership! #EmpoweredCareers #LLLDAM

🔍 Calling all innovators in orthotics and prosthetics! Do you have an idea that could meaningfully advance clinical or technical solutions in #OandP care? Hanger Ventures is seeking entrepreneurs, startups, and innovators who are developing solutions that improve outcomes and quality of life for individuals with #limbloss or #limbdifference. Beyond fiscal investment, we hope to create strategic partnerships and will provide in-kind investments that allow access to a variety of clinical, technical, operational, and commercial support services. Proposals submitted on or before May 31 will receive priority consideration. 👉 Learn more by visiting: https://bit.ly/4rvHIGB.

As we kick off #LLLDAM2026, we’re sharing the story of #HangerClinic patient Katy Sullivan. 🧡 Katy is an actress, writer, and four-time U.S. Paralympic champion. Born without the lower halves of her legs, she is also the first amputee actress to perform on Broadway. She has appeared in several major television series, and is proud to become the first person with limb loss nominated for a Tony Award 🎭. Katy receives care at Hanger Clinic Integrated Care Center in Chicago, a state-of-the-art destination facility providing integrated, end-to-end orthotic and prosthetic care from leading experts in the field. Her prosthetist, Ryan Caldwell, L/CP, and care team are committed to helping her achieve the unthinkable, on and off the stage. “The care that I have received from this organization has truly empowered me to live an incredibly dynamic, powerful, and successful life,” Katy shared. Today, Katy uses her platform as a bilateral above-knee amputee to demonstrate the power of harnessing limitations to become the hero of your own story. To read Katy's story, visit: https://lnkd.in/gMwNhfcG. #EmpoweredCareers

Reminder: Hanger Ventures seeks proposals aimed at advancing the next generation of clinical and technical solutions. 🦾 Hanger Ventures is actively seeking to invest in innovators, entrepreneurs, academic teams, and industry partners developing solutions to improve the lives of individuals with limb loss and limb difference. This year, priority will be given to proposals in the following areas: 🔹Residual Limb and Socket Interface 🔹Non-Invasive Management of Pain in Individuals with Limb Loss & Limb Difference 🔹Clinical Application of Powered Orthosis, including Performance Enhancement applications Proposals submitted on or before May 31, 2026, will receive priority consideration. Promising applicants will be invited to a second round review in May, where they'll engage directly with the Hanger Ventures Investment Committee. To learn more and submit your proposal, visit https://lnkd.in/eCKtJsie.