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In 1990, along with Jim McClanahan, CP, founded Hi-Tech Artificial Limbs, Inc. As a founding member, Maurice serves as President of the corporation and oversees the daily operations of the business office. After losing his limb in a train wreck in 1973, Maurice began his search for an artificial limb and met Jim, a highly respected Certified Prosthetist, who was able to provide him with a comfortable, functioning prosthesis. Maurice's interest and involvement in prosthetics came as a result of his participation in competitive sports with other amputees. He was amazed at how many never actually wore their artificial limbs, as he already knew the benefits of a well fitted prosthesis. A man of deep faith, Maurice always felt he could help so many troubled amputees with God's wisdom as the guide. Having become good friends with Jim, they decided to start their own facility and dedicated Hi-Tech Artificial Limbs to God in 1990, and the rest is history. Maurice says he is reminded daily of our purpose when he sees an amputee get their joy and once again become a beneficial part of society by coming here and letting our wonderful staff assist them. A native of Pikeville, KY, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Susie and attending street rod car shows, as well as spending time with their children and grandchildren. |
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In 1990, along with Maurice Adkins, founded Hi-Tech Artificial Limbs, Inc. Jim started his prosthetic career in 1969, 3 years after losing his right leg, above the knee, to cancer and completed his prosthetic training at Northwestern University Medical School in Chicago, IL, in the spring of 1973. He received his prosthetic certification from the American Board of Certification (ABC) in the fall of 1973. As a founding member, Jim serves as Vice President of the corporation, and oversees the daily operations of the prosthetic facility. With well over 30 years of experience, Jim has worked with a wide range of patients. He was certified by the Veterans Administration in Prosthetics and fluid control limbs in 1973. In addition, he worked with the children of Shriner's Hospital in Lexington until 1987, providing every aspect of pediatric prosthetics, including both lower and upper limbs. He was certified in myo-electronic prosthetics by Otto Bock in 1978 and has successfully fitted both adult and pediatric patients for almost 30 years. Jim has been fortunate to work with some of the top surgeons, not only in Lexington, but in Kentucky and surrounding states and in 1982, was presented with his first Van Ness amputee patient after Dr. David Stevens returned from studying the procedure in New York, and performed the operation on an 11 year old Shriner's patient. In addition, he has attended training and received certification in the Otto Bock C-Leg microprocessor controlled knee units as well as the Utah Arm prosthesis. Jim's service to the field of prosthetics extends beyond his clinical practice. For a number of years he served as an examiner for facility accreditation and credentialing with AOPA and ABC. He is a current member of Kentucky Orthotics and Prostheic Association (KOPA) as well as a member of American Orthotics and Prosthetics Association (AOPA) and the American Academy of Orthotics and Prostetics (AAOP). He is committed to continuing education and staying up on the latest advances in the field of prosthetics. He worked closely with the University of Kentucky Physical Therapy school for more than 20 years, donating his time to help train students in the art of prosthetics. Jim's goals are to continue to practice as long as his health will allow. The love and trust that so many have placed in him throughout his many years of practice has been the reward of a lifetime. He admits that he probably could have helped a lot more people if he hadn't spent so much time talking and getting to know his patients so well. But, his patients are the reason he loves his profession so much. A native of Pikeville, KY, Jim and his wife live in Winchester, KY. He enjoys spending time with his wife and their 2 toy poodles, Scarlett & Rhett as well as his children and grandchildren. He is an avid golfer and enjoys watching University of KY basketball and is an active member of Crossroads Christian Church in Lexington. |
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Shayne joined Hi-Tech in 1995 and received his B.S. in Psychology from the University of KY in 1996. He completed his prosthetic training at Northwestern University Medical School in 2000, and received his prosthetic certification from the American Board of Certification (ABC) in 2002. He received his certification in upper limb myo-electrics in 2000 and completed the necessary training for certification in fitting both the Utah arm and the Otto Bock C-Leg computerized knee in 2003. Shayne's interest and involvement in the field of prosthetics was influenced by his father, Maurice Adkins (see above). His decision to join his father at Hi-Tech seemed a natural choice. Shayne currently serves as our Clinical Director and attends amputee clinics at Cardinal Hill Hospital, where he works as part of a clinical team in assessing the needs of amputee patients. A native of Pikeville, KY, Shayne and his family live in Lexington. In his spare time he enjoys golfing, playing guitar, watching UK football and basketball and is an active member of Southland Christian Church. He and his wife, Melissa, have one son, Joshua, and are expecting another child in October, 2006. |