Although he modestly says that in any given aspect of O&P, he can name at least ten professionals who surpass him in expertise, John W. Michael is arguably unique in the sheer scope of his knowledge and experience. His professional know-how encompasses at least nine dimensions: clinical care, research, writing, education, business, legislation and regulation, product development, international O&P, and consulting. He is noted for giving generously and freely of his time and knowledge wherever it is needed; in fact, he could well be called O&P’s “go-to guy.”
