Staff

Vince Wilson

CTPO, Office Manager/Technical Manager

Vince leads our administrative and technical staff.  His personality and sense of humor are the perfect combination needed to be the liaison between Practitioners and the rest of our staff.  Always staying positive seems to be one of many talents.

Born in Northeast Missouri, Vince moved to Spokane in 1986 and graduated from West Valley High in 1987.  He graduated from the Spokane Falls Orthotic and Prosthetic Technician program in 1992 and became a certified technician with the American Board of Orthotics and Prosthetics in 1995.  Orthotics and Prosthetics have always been part of Vince’s life.  His father, Mike Wilson, grew up with polio and spent over 30 years as an Orthotist. Mike retired as a highly respected Orthotic instructor at Spokane Community College.

Vince, his wife Tish, and their two children love living in the great  Pacific Northwest.

Richard Allen

LCPO, Clinic Manager

Rich started his P&O career by obtaining a Prosthetics and Orthotics technical degree from SFCC in 2000. He then proceeded to tackle his P and O Bachelors of Science degree from St. Petersburg College of Florida in 2007.  Understanding the technical side of Prosthetics and Orthotics provides Rich with Clinical confidence in handling the most difficult cases.  He takes a certain pride in being able to think " outside the box" to facilitate the greatest outcome for his patients, while using the highest technological advances in the field.

Rich is empathetic to his patients' needs and has a greater understanding of the daily struggles of living an active life with limb loss. He is a below-knee amputee of 48 years.  

He will help you learn about and solve the current issues with your orthopedic devices.  To set up an appointment, give Rich a call.

Andy Lind

LCPO

Andrew’s unique life experience has guided him to a satisfying career providing prosthetics and orthotics devices.  After graduating from the University of Illinois, he moved to Seattle with his wife, Susan, in 1992.

In 2001, Andrew suffered a major traumatic tibia plateau fracture while snow skiing.  He spent 69 days in the hospital and endured 18 surgeries.   The result was below-knee amputation.  Throughout his arduous recovery, he found inspiration from a plethora of prosthetic patients and decided to change careers.  He graduated with a Prosthetic degree from California State University in 2005 and completed his Orthotic degree at Newington, CT in 2013.

Andrew learned empathy from his unique experience as a patient and clinician.  He tremendously enjoys applying his skills, education, and experience to provide a custom solution for his patients.  He specializes in using the latest technology to offer successful solutions for his patients’ mobility deficiencies.  Additionally, Andrew thrives on treating patients suffering from recent limb loss.  He enjoys inspiring and motivating his patients to accomplish their rehabilitation goals.   He takes extra time to listen to his patients and offer solutions for their needs.  Moreover, he embraces a coordinated healthcare professional team approach for treating patients, for example, communicating with the Physical Therapist regarding the patient’s gait training progression with the device.

When not treating patients, Andrew enjoys skiing, boating, wakeboarding, hiking, mountain biking, golfing, and spending time with his wife and two sons.

Robert Patai

LCPO

Rob was born and raised in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, and graduated from the University of Waterloo with a B.S. in Kinesiology in 1993. During his time at Waterloo, he played collegiate football, where his interest in the field of Orthotics and Prosthetics began as he utilized several types of bracing during his career. After graduating, Rob moved to the United States, landing in Seattle, and entered the field as a Certified Pedorthist. He then decided to further his scope of practice and returned to school, graduating from Northwestern University's Orthotics and Prosthetics Program in 2013 in both disciplines.

Rob prioritizes patient care with solutions tailored to a patient's specific goals and needs. He also believes that staying on top of emerging technologies, constantly striving to learn, and developing and expanding his expertise is important to provide his patients with the best possible care and outcomes. As a result, he finds joy in helping patients return to the activities that they enjoy.

Outside of work, Rob enjoys spending time with his two children, playing golf, and taking in what the PNW has to offer.

Kellen Weigand

LCPO

Kellen is an ABC-certified and WA-licensed prosthetist/orthotist. She’s a native Texan who recently moved to the PNW and is enjoying the opportunity to explore this beautiful area. When not at work, she loves to read, travel, and try new restaurants.

As a clinician, Kellen sees the field of orthotics and prosthetics as a wonderful intersection of hands-on craft, human interaction, and complex problem solving. Her love for the field stems from her desire to support others as they achieve their mobility goals, whether those are confidently navigating a home or performing a great feat of athleticism. As a dancer of 18+ years, Kellen intimately understands finding joy in movement and strives every day to bring that joy to her patients.

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Bioengineering, University of Maryland, 2018
• Master of Prosthetics and Orthotics, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, 2019

Research & Publications

• A Retrospective Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Cranial Remolding Orthoses for the Treatment of Deformational Brachycephaly – Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics, January 2022
• The Present and Future of Powered Knees – February 2021 O&P Edge Society Spotlight
• Significant Factors Influencing the Effectiveness of Orthotic Treatment for Deformational Brachycephaly – Abstract presented at the 2021 AAOP National Meeting
• Significant Factors in Orthotic Treatment of Deformational Head Shapes – Abstract presented at the 2020 AOPA National Assembly
• Age-Related Changes in the Orthotic Treatment Correction Rate of Infants with Deformational Brachycephaly – Abstract presented at the 2020 AOPA National Assembly

Samantha Greninger

LCP, Board Eligible Orthotist

Sam attended Eastern Washington University in Cheney, WA, and graduated with a Bachelor's in Exercise Science. In the height of COVID, she moved to Seattle to pursue a Master's of Prosthetic and Orthotics at the University of Washington. Since then, she completed her prosthetic and orthotic residencies at the Seattle VA before joining the Thompson's team.

Sam has a wide range of experience, with both prosthetics and orthotics, ranging from running blades to transfer legs, PDE orthoses, and hemipelvectomy bracing. She aims to provide braces that address her patients' individual goals and unique anatomy.

Sam recently moved back to Spokane and is looking forward to setting down roots and getting involved in the community. In her free time, Sam enjoys listening to true crime podcasts, caring for her various houseplants, and spending time with her fiancé and their two cats.

Maria Chavez

Certified Prosthetist, Resident Orthotist

Maria discovered her passion for prosthetics and orthotics during her undergraduate studies at the University of Michigan. There, she combined her dual bachelor's degrees in Kinesiology and Art & Design to focus on figure sculpture, jewelry design, and body extensions that addressed biomechanical issues. Driven to make a tangible impact, she began shadowing a prosthetist and working as a technician at the University of Michigan Orthotic Prosthetic Clinic. She later earned her master’s in Prosthetics & Orthotics from the University of Pittsburgh.

 Maria has extensive experience with post-operative procedures and bilateral amputees, and enjoys helping patients return to adaptive sports like skiing and biking.

Matt Bulleti

MSPO, Resident Prosthetist

Matt is a dedicated resident prosthetist with a passion for learning and innovation. Originally from the foothills of the Sierra Nevada in California, Matt has been enjoying the familiar outdoors of Spokane and the Inland Northwest during his time here, finishing his education as a resident.

Matt holds an undergraduate degree from Grand Canyon University, where he specialized in Pre-Physical Therapy, gaining a strong foundation in human biomechanics and kinesiology. In 2024, Matt graduated from the University of Washington’s Prosthetics and Orthotics Master's program, following a year of valuable technical experience. These experiences, combined with his passion for creativity and art, have given Matt an excellent sense of problem-solving in both the clinical and fabrication settings when caring for his patients.

Abby Snyder

CTPO, CFO

Abby is a Certified Prosthetic and Orthotic Technician and a Certified Orthotic Fitter. Originally from Indianapolis, Indiana, Abby graduated with a B.S. in Kinesiology from Indiana University in 2016. After a few years in the Bicycle Industry, she made the leap into O&P by enrolling in the Technician Program at Spokane Falls Community College. She has worked at Thompson’s since 2020 and obtained her Orthotic Fitter certification in 2024. 

Outside of work, you can find Abby mountain biking, fixing bikes, or hanging with her dog Roux.