Ray Fikes, BOCPO, President

Ray Fikes has been providing patient care in the orthotic and prosthetic industry since 1980. He is currently maintaining a 4.0 GPA toward his biomechanical engineering degree. He has achieved certification in both orthotics and prosthetics from the Board for Orthotists/Prosthetists Certification (BOC). Ray specializes in lower extremity prosthetics, spinal bracing including the application of halo systems, and burn masks. Ray has been the owner and President of Fikes Brace & Limb since its inception in 1996. Prior to opening Fikes Brace & Limb, he was the founder and President of Lubbock Orthotic and Prosthetic Center in Lubbock, Texas with clinics in Lubbock, Amarillo, and Midland/Odessa, Texas. Ray’s certifications are:

  • Certifications
    • BOC Certified Prosthetist/Orthotist (BOCPO)
    • Camp Certified in the practical fitting of Camp orthotic supports and appliances
    • Ohio Willow Wood Certified for the Pathfinder
    • Oregon Orthotic Systems Certified in the evaluation of and care given to patients with pathomechanical deformities of the lower extremities, anatomy, kinesiology, biomechanics, and pathomechanics
    • Ossur Certified for Iceross – Icecast – Icex
    • Otto Bock Certified for the Otto Bock C-Leg System
  • Certificates of Recognition
    • American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists (AAOP)
    • Participation as a lecturer in the presentation of scientific information on the emerging trends in orthotics and prosthetics. This effort is recognized as a contribution toward enhancing the professional competency of industry peers with scientific knowledge through continuing education.