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Because Real Life Prosthetics is committed to supporting medical professionals and their patients who require prostheses, we have set high standards for ourselves. And, as a privately owned company, Real Life Prosthetics is in the position to maintain these standards.

All of the professionals at Real Life Prosthetics have met the rigorous training requirements and passed the required examinations of the American Board for Certification (ABC). ABC is recognized in the United States as the highest standard of education and professionalism.

Our technicians are ABC registered, and our prosthetists and orthotists are ABC certified. In addition, the Real Life Prosthetics staff at all levels participate in continuing education to keep pace with the latest advancements in the field and maintain their knowledge of human anatomy, material science, bio mechanics and normal and pathological human locomotion.
Jonas W. Seeberg BS, CPO
President of Real Life Prosthetics

Mr. Seeberg BS, CPO is President and clinical director of Real Life Prosthetics LLC. He has practiced at some of the nation's leading institutions for Prosthetics and Orthotics, including the Orthopedic Hospital in Los Angeles and the Jacquelin Perry Institute at Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center in Downey, California.  Mr. Seeberg has created artificial limbs for amputees throughout the nation and in many parts of the world, delivered not only through his own companies, but also through clinics at Johns Hopkins Hospital, Kernan Hospital, and Sinai Hospital.  A former athlete, Mr. Seeberg is also a specialist in fitting athletes custom-designed prostheses that maximize optimal and specific athletic functions.  One of Mr. Seeberg’s most notable athlete patient’s is Paralympic Gold Medalist and World Record Holder, Jessica Long.  Mr. Seeberg’s long history as a clinical educator includes teaching courses on behalf of the APTA, media appearances, published articles and contributions to research and development within the industry.  He is also actively involved in charitable prosthetic outreach as founding member of The Amputee Network, LLC and Life & Limb Ministries, Inc. Mr. Seeberg is certified by the American Board for Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics (ABC). He received his collegiate degree in Orthotics and Prosthetics at California State University Dominguez Hills in Los Angeles, California with Magna Cum Laude honors. 
Gregory J. Michalov, CP, COA
Director of Research and Development

Gregory J. Michalov, CP, COA, Director of Research and Development, is one of only 3,300 ABC Certified Prosthetists. He has over 19 years of clinical experience, including key positions at Össur USA, an international leader in prosthetics technology. While there, he directed continuing education efforts, conducted R&D studies on silicone suction socket technology and served as a product advisor to the company’s research and development department in Reykjavik, Iceland. At Real Life Prosthetics, Greg currently heads the prosthetic residency program, mentoring the aspiring prosthetists as they gain patient experience in the field. Greg is also active with Life and Limb Ministry working to provide prosthetic care for the indigent amputees in Colombia, South America.
James M. Wilson, Sr. BFA, CO C.P.A.

James M. Wilson, SR., BFA, CO, C.P.A., is certified in orthotics by the American Board for Certification. He has 30 years of orthotics and prosthetics experience, including research and development of hybrid carbon design lower extremity orthoses at Real Life Prosthetics and continued work as a Veterans Administration Qualified Prosthetist. To complement his work as a certified orthotist and a prosthetic technician, James draws upon his degree in fine arts from the Maryland Institute College of Art. He blends artistry with his technical skills to produce more lifelike orthotics and prosthetics for patients who are concerned about appearance. He also provides development and support for The Amputee Network website and blog. When not at Real Life Prosthetics, James, who is an accomplished musician and sound designer, can be seen playing drums and percussion with O’Malley’s March, The Bobwhites, and numerous other musicial groups in the Baltimore/Washington metropolitan area, or he can be found in his studio recording.
Steven P. Lattanzi, CP

Steven P. Lattanzi, CP is an ABC certified Prosthetist. He graduated from Northwestern University Prosthetic Orthotics Center, with a certificate in Prosthetics and completed his residency with Real Life Prosthetics. Steve also worked for 8 years in the pedorthic shoe field. He currently specializes in lower extremity prosthetics and has experience with microprocessor knees, vacuum suspension systems, upper extremity myoelectrics and computer assisted design. He maintains an extensive knowledge of the technological advances in prosthetic componentry.