Prosthetics

Alan is an experienced prosthetist with a background in research, education, and advanced prosthetic technology, supporting patients through rehabilitation while helping develop innovative clinical practice.

Katy is a senior prosthetist and clinical manager specialising in prosthetic rehabilitation, supporting patients through their recovery while helping lead clinical practice across the service.

Jamie leads the Cambridge clinic while providing specialist prosthetic care, supporting patients through rehabilitation with tailored prosthetic solutions and coordinated care.

Asad is a clinical specialist prosthetist with international experience and a strong interest in advanced prosthetic technology, supporting patients through rehabilitation with innovative solutions.

Sioned combines clinical leadership with specialist prosthetic care, supporting patients through rehabilitation while helping lead multidisciplinary collaboration within the Manchester service.

Natalie is a dual-qualified prosthetist and orthotist with a strong interest in biomechanics and gait, supporting patients through rehabilitation to improve mobility and independence.

Karl Stokes is a highly experienced prosthetist with 19 years in the field, having worked extensively across both orthotics and prosthetics before specialising in prosthetics.

In 2025, he joined the Proactive team in Bristol while pursuing his master’s degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics, further enhancing his clinical expertise.

Outside of work, Karl enjoys walking his dogs, tackling DIY projects, and restoring classic cars.

Werner Herbst is a highly accomplished Prosthetist and Orthotist at Proactive Prosthetics, offering nearly 30 years of clinical and managerial experience across the UK, Ireland, and South Africa. Throughout his distinguished career, Werner has held senior leadership roles within some of the most prestigious healthcare settings, including serving as the Centre Manager at Queen Mary’s Hospital, Roehampton, where he oversaw the delivery of specialist prosthetics, orthotics, and special seating services.

His clinical expertise is broad and deep, specialising in lower limb prosthetics, lower limb orthotics, and advanced osseointegration prosthetics. Werner’s background is uniquely characterised by a blend of clinical excellence and strategic business acumen; he holds a Master of Business Administration from Oxford Brookes University alongside a Postgraduate Certificate in Rehabilitation Studies from the University of Strathclyde. His commitment to the highest professional standards is reflected in his HCPC and BAPO registrations, as well as his academic distinctions in Medical Orthotics and Prosthetics.

In addition to his clinical and managerial responsibilities, Werner is an experienced expert witness. Having completed the Bond Solon expert report writing course, he frequently undertakes medico-legal work, providing authoritative insights in both prosthetics and orthotics. Werner combines his decades of technical proficiency with a results-oriented approach, ensuring that every patient receives the specialised, high-quality care necessary to achieve their rehabilitation goals.

Having previously worked as Clinical Lead at a busy London prosthetics service, Sophie also has 7 years of clinical experience in the NHS, including working with many new amputees at a specialist inpatient rehabilitation unit. This is where she developed a passion for building a strong relationship with each patient from the beginning and found it very rewarding to help an individual reach their potential.

Sophie understands the importance of a collaborative approach with both patient and the multi-disciplinary team to create new ideas and to truly understand a patient’s needs.

Sophie’s warm and approachable nature creates a foundation of trust to ensure each individual feels comfortable and confident in their treatment and journey ahead.

Andrew Reece is a Senior Prosthetist at Proactive Prosthetics, bringing over 20 years of clinical experience in lower limb prosthetics. Throughout his career he has worked within some of the UK’s leading prosthetic centres and healthcare settings, providing specialist care to individuals with complex limb loss. Andrew previously held the role of Clinical Lead Prosthetist at Queen Mary’s Hospital, Roehampton, where he led a large multidisciplinary prosthetic team and managed complex inpatient and outpatient cases, including osseointegration.

His clinical expertise covers all aspects of lower limb prosthetics, including modern socket design and state-of-the-art component prescription. Andrew is experienced in managing complex traumatic amputations and is committed to delivering personalised, high-performance prosthetic care tailored to each individual’s goals.

Andrew’s passion for mobility extends beyond the clinic. He is an enthusiastic mountain biker, gravel rider and runner. His charitable endeavours reflect this commitment to active living — he climbed Mount Kilimanjaro alongside a group of amputees in support of the Limbless Association, has completed the Walk With The Wounded Cumbria Challenge, and recently ran his first half marathon at the Robin Hood Half Marathon in support of Run With Rich Charity.