Meet Our Hope Beyond Limits Speakers.

Panelists + Moderators

Kristine McGuire

Kristine McGuire is a licensed clinical social worker at the University of Colorado Hospital Orthopedics clinics. She has been in the field of social work since 2008 and has worked in various specialty areas including forensics (courts/jails/prisons) as well as within the healthcare setting. Kristine started working at UCHealth Orthopedics in 2020 which has been an exceptionally rewarding experience for her. She feels fortunate to be able to work in such a capacity to help support patients and their families during the limb salvage process, as well as pre and post-amputation, as it can often become psychologically (and financially) taxing. She says, “watching a patient stand for the first time with their prosthetic is such a powerful and rewarding experience that never gets old”.

Suzanne Schlicht

Suzanne Schlicht is a 35-year resident of Steamboat Springs. She has two children, Allison (23) and David (19). Schlicht enjoys horseback riding, trail running, snowshoeing and skiing, all of which she participates in much more frequently since she achieved empty nest status in 2023. Schlicht has spent her career in communications, marketing and sales and currently serves as the Senior Vice President and Director of Sales for Alpine Mountain Ranch & Club, a luxury shared ranch community in the South Valley just outside the Steamboat city limits. She has been a committed civic leader in the Steamboat Springs community, serving in leadership roles for several organizations.

Torie Mugo

Victoria Mugo is a mother, wife, inspiration and avid athlete. Victoria (Torie), born and raised in Nairobi-Kenya, traveled to the United States at the age of 19 to pursue further studies. After graduating with a degree in International Business, she and her husband started their Real Estate and Property Management company. She became a mother at the age of 35 and unfortunately lost her limbs three years later.
Victoria also enjoys cooking with her son, volunteering in amputee communities and mentoring new amputees through her founded Sepsis Support Group. She credits her family and friends and various amputee communities for the incredible support that she continues to receive daily.

Rachel Kaplan

Along with 1000+ hours in formal training, including certifications in Adaptive Yoga, Yoga For Amputees, Bedside Yoga, and Pain Care Aware Yoga, Rachel Kaplan is a Certified Nurse Assistant who can offer safe support to folks experiencing transitions in their lives that involve medical plans, changes in diagnosis, amputations, mobility restrictions, and both new and chronic medical considerations. Rachel is the Program Director at Guided By Humanity and a Yoga Therapist in Training. She strives to offer a fun and engaging class that helps people feel good. As Marsha would say, “Together, through yoga, we will nurture a sense of gratitude to overcome challenges and reclaim wholeness.”

Rick Allen

Rick is a long-time supporter of Limb Preservation Foundation. In 1985, Rick was diagnosed with osteosarcoma, and after six total knee replacements, has achieved a full recovery. Rick is retired from S&P Global where he served as Executive Director, Global Gas and LNG Consulting. Rick is an avid hiker and alpine skier.

Rob Davidson

Rob, a cancer survivor, was motivated to paint watercolors during his treatment in 1996.  After listing things he wanted to do, but never had time for, painting appeared at the top of his list.  He began painting in the summer of 1998. “I picked up a brush and found Watercolors.”  It became his guiding passion, leading to a career change in 2014.
 
He was a registered architect and the former Owner of H+L Architecture located in the LODO district of Denver.  In his 34-year career he oversaw the Healthcare Design studio specializing in Hospitals in the 5-state Rocky Mtn. Region.

Daniel Lerman, MD

Daniel Lerman, MD is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in the care of patients with benign and malignant tumors of the bone and soft tissue. His clinical expertise includes limb-sparing surgery, sarcoma surgery and the treatment of complex musculoskeletal conditions, such as pathologic fractures, amputee care and complex total joint reconstructions.

Bill Tettelbach, MD

Dr. Tettelbach is a certified wound specialist physician actively board-certified in Undersea & Hyperbaric Medicine, Infectious Diseases, and Internal Medicine while retaining academic appointments at Duke University School of Medicine and Western University of Health Sciences. He currently serves as the Chief Medical Officer for RestorixHealth and Onsite Advanced Care. One of his regulatory activities includes being a member of the CMS Advisory Panel on Hospital Outpatient Payment & Chair of the Data Sub-Committee. His career has been dedicated to teaching clinicians and improving patients’ lives requiring the services of Infectious Diseases, Advanced Wound Care, and Hyperbaric Medicine. He remains clinically active in treating patients in the inpatient and outpatient settings, in addition to his administrative duties.

Bob Radocy

Bob Radocy started his career in prosthetics in 1976 after losing his left hand in an auto accident. He founded TRS Inc. in 1979, leading it to become a top innovator in prosthetic components until its acquisition by Fillauer in 2019. A patent holder and published author, he now consults for Fillauer/Hanger and will present at the ISPO World Congress in June 2025. He resides in rural Colorado with his wife, Lesley.

Rochelle Wright

Rochelle is a bilateral above-the-knee amputee (BAKA) who lost her legs in a tragic train accident in 2021. After extensive trauma surgery and significant blood loss, she was told she might never walk again, or it would take years. Undeterred, she began her recovery, initially using traditional prosthetics but struggling with slipping sockets due to short femurs. After being introduced to osseointegration (OI), Rochelle began the process and, two years later, is walking again. In 2024, she became an ambassador for the Integrum OPRA implant system, hoping to share her OI journey and offer the support she’s received.

Kayla Inman

As the Social Impact Manager and Peer Support Advocate at Evergreen Prosthetics & Orthotics, Kayla embodies resilience and advocacy in the face of adversity. Her journey took a profound turn in September 2021, when she underwent a life-changing amputation below the knee after battling complex regional pain syndrome. This challenging but transformative experience redirected her path towards championing accessibility and support for amputees. Two months after losing her leg, Kayla founded the Grand Valley Amputee Support Group, which started with 4 members and has expanded to 80 members across Western Colorado. Kayla proudly delivered a TEDx speech, sharing her story and shedding light on the resilience of the human spirit.
 

Matthew Iorio, MD

Matthew Iorio, MD is the Co-Director of Hand Surgery, Extremity Microsurgical Reconstruction and TM, and the Wound Care Program at the University of Colorado Anshutz Medical Campus. Matthew graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 2007 and has been recognized for his expertise in plastic surgery. Matthew believes in a team approach to improve patient care, especially in the event of a devastating injury. He is involved in multi-disciplinary care with hand and physical therapists, orthopedists, infectious disease and oncologic specialists and others to maximize his ability to discuss and help manage the full scope of a patient’s care. 

Jeffery Cain, MD

Dr. Cain is a family physician and clinical professor at the University of Colorado School of Medicine and a past president of the American academy of family physicians he is a member of the board of directors of the national association for the advancement of orthotics and prosthetics (NAAOP) and is a past chair for the board of directors at the Amputee Coalition (AC). As founder of the AC Advocacy Committee, his efforts have contributed to the passage of prosthetic access laws in 22 states. Dr. Cain holds the first gold medal in adaptive slalom snowboarding from the U.S. National Snowboarding Championships. 

Colby Hansen, MD

Dr. Colby Hansen is an Associate Professor in the Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He completed residency training in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Utah, where he served as chief resident. Dr. Hansen’s clinical interests are in amputee rehabilitation, concussions and other forms of traumatic brain injury, and electrodiagnostic assessments. His research interests include rehabilitation along with medical issues of amputees. 

Guy Lev, PT, DPT, COMT

Guy Lev is a Physical Therapist practicing at UCHealth. He supervises the Central Park physical therapy clinics, as well as directs osseointegration rehabilitation as a team member of the Limb Restoration program at UCHealth. Guy actively provides amputee care and rehabilitation and facilitates the amputee support group. Guy is an active researcher in the field of amputee rehabilitation and is a guest lecturer at the University of Colorado Physical Therapy program.

Mike Bolland

Mike Bolland’s journey is a testament to overcoming adversity. Born without his right hand, he became the first one-handed bowler in the PBA and a successful corporate leader at Discount Tire. After surviving cancer, he founded “Joe & Marie Bolland’s Helping Hands” for amputees and launched the podcast “We’re Not Stumped.” As a comedian and speaker, Mike uses humor to inspire and break down barriers, fostering greater acceptance and empowering others.

Lera Doederlein

Tracey Howerton, LAc, MAcOM

Cam Ayala

Gini Thomas

Joy Giles

Byron Kish

Milissa Hicks

Steven Gitelis, MD

Christina Richardson

Michelina de la Maza, MD

Craig Towler

As the Director of Public Policy and Advocacy for the Center for People With Disabilities (CPWD), Craig collaborates with diverse community partners to drive impactful policy changes that create lasting equity and inclusion.

Zeke Walton, MD

Angelina Martinson

As I got older, I realized there was a huge gap in accessible information for amputees. I had to learn so much through trial and error—everything from prosthetic maintenance to handling public reactions. I started sharing my experiences online, hoping to make life easier for others facing similar challenges. What began as a way to document my own journey evolved into a platform that empowers adaptive individuals to take control of their lives, whether that’s through fitness, practical tips, or just knowing they’re not alone.

Cam Ayala

Katie Bondy

Angelina Martinson

Kristine McGuire

Rustin Hughes

Troy Karnes