The Wild, Uplifting Journey of a Veterinary Prosthetist Helping Animals Walk Again

Hey friends! I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Derek Cambana, founder of Bionic Pets and Wizard of Paws. Derek has dedicated his career to giving animals a second chance at life through prosthetics. In our chat, Derek shares how he stumbled into this unique line of work after making a prosthetic for a vet's dog who had a congenital limb deformity. Seeing the joy of that dog walking again inspired Derek to start his own business helping animals in need. Derek explains the process of creating and fitting prosthetics for animals while highlighting standout cases like elephants and birds. We also get into his wildest travel stories, including his trip to the remote Himalayan country of Bhutan! Throughout our talk, it's clear Derek's purpose is fueled by helping animals and their owners. As he says, he feels like part of their family after giving their pet the gift of mobility. Derek's passion for imaginative problem-solving radiates through his words. If you love animals and want to learn about this one-of-a-kind way of improving their lives, don't miss this uplifting interview! Derek shares how he stumbled into this unique line of work after making a prosthetic for a vet's dog who had a congenital limb deformity. Seeing the joy of that dog walking again inspired Derek to start his own business helping animals in need.
In this episode, you will be able to:
Discover the life-changing benefits of prosthetics for animals and how they improve their quality of life.
Learn the essential steps to start a successful business in veterinary prosthetics and make a positive impact on animal welfare.
Overcome the challenges in creating animal prosthetics and find innovative solutions to help animals regain mobility.
Explore the significant impact of prosthetics on animal mobility and how it transforms their daily lives.
Stay updated on the latest advancements in veterinary orthotics and prosthetics, and how they are shaping the future of animal care.
My special guest is Derek Cambana
Derek Cambana, the visionary behind Bionic Pets and Wizard of Paws, is a seasoned veterinary prosthetist driven by a deep-rooted desire to transform the lives of animals through innovative prosthetics. With an extensive career spanning over 20 years, Derek's journey from human prosthetics to pioneering advancements in animal orthotics and prosthetics showcases his unwavering dedication to the field. From crafting prosthetics for small avian creatures to tackling the unique challenges of designing prosthetics for large animals like elephants, Derek's expertise and passion have positioned him as a trailblazer in the industry. His relentless commitment to restoring mobility and witnessing the sheer joy it brings to both the animals and their caregivers underscores his influential role in shaping the future of veterinary prosthetics.
Derricks resources mentioned in this episode are:
Visit www.bionicpets.org to find more information about Bionic Pets and their services.
Download the free BYU TV app to watch all the episodes of Wizard of Paws and learn more about the work of Derek Cambana.