Staff
Dan Busch, CO
President, Orthotic Residency Director
Office at the Michigan Orthopedic Center
734-528-5200
734-528-5260 (fax)
Dan@greatlakespo.com
ABC Certification #2177
Dan completed his undergraduate studies at Western Michigan University and his Orthotic training at Northwestern University. His specialties are pediatrics, trauma, diabetes, and sports bracing. Dan has completed special training with SureStep and Cascade, for pediatric DAFOs, and Spinal Technology's Scoliosis Course. In his free time, Dan enjoys playing golf and traveling. He lives in Saline with his wife and has two sons.
Chris Fairman, CPO
Vice President
Office at the Michigan Orthopedic Center
734-528-5200
734-528-5260 (fax)
Chris@greatlakespo.com
ABC Certification CPO02011
Chris completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Michigan and his Orthotic and Prosthetic training at Northwestern University. His specialties are pediatric and adult prosthetic care, orthoses for athletes , and unique custom orthotic and prosthetic challenges. Chris serves on the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics, and Pedorthics (also known as ABC), has his Unity Certification with Össur, and Harmony Certification with Ottobock. He lives in Ann Arbor with his family.
Thomas Leonard, CPO
Clinician
Office at the Michigan Orthopedic Center
734-528-5200
734-528-5260 (fax)
Tom@greatlakespo.com
ABC Certification CPO00804
Tom completed his undergraduate studies and his Orthotic and Prosthetic training at New York University. His specialties are rehabilitation orthotic care and prosthetic services. Outside of the office Tom greatly enjoys bowling . He lives in Canton with his wife, and has a daughter and two sons.
Steven Hoover, MBAHM, CP, LP, COA
Prosthetic Residency Director
Office at the Michigan Orthopedic Center
734.528.5200
734.528.5260 (fax)
Steve@greatlakespo.com
Steven Hoover, MBAHM, CP, LP, COA brings a unique perspective to prosthetics, being an amputee for over 50 years, and working in the field for over 30 years. Steve graduated with a BA from Concordia University, Prosthetic Certificate from Northwestern University, and his MBA in Healthcare Management from Western Governors University. He has worked as a technician, clincian, as well as Technical Service Manager, Education Director, and Clinical Specialist in the manufacturing realm, and as a volunteer ABC Board Examiner. He is passionate about patient care and has done humanitarian work around the globe.
Steve is married and has 3 children which he mostly enjoys raising! He likes to BBQ and has done so for many large events, including graduation parties, weddings, etc. He is involved with his community, church, and in a Euchre club, but in his free time, you will most likely find him at the drag strip or in his garage working on his race cars! He also enjoys talking about them, so raise that topic at your own risk! His mechanical aptitude is a passion both in the garage and at work, and he firmly believes he has the greatest job in the world; helping people walk again and take back the life they desire!
Erika McAuliffe, COA
COA
Office at the Michigan Orthopedic Center
734.528.5200
734.528.5260 (fax)
Erika@greatlakespo.com
Erika McAuliffe, COA, CFts has over 16 years of clinical experience in the podiatric, pediatric and orthopedic fields. She graduated with an Associate Degree of Science from Schoolcraft College in May 2021. Originally from Southern California, she has enjoyed Pure Michigan and its winters since 2014. Erika enjoys volunteering her time with charitable organizations like Active Faith Community Services- South Lyon, Bronson's Children Hospital-Kalamazoo and Muscular Dystrophy Association. She is happily married and raises their son in the Lyon Township area. Erika is looking forward to meeting and assisting with your orthotic goods, foot orthotic and therapeutic shoe needs at Great Lakes Prosthetics and Orthotics.
Kayla Griffith, MSPO, CO
Resident
Office at the Michigan Orthopedic Center
734-528-5200
734-528-5260 (fax)
Kayla@greatlakespo.com
Kayla completed her Master's degree in Orthotics and Prosthetics at Eastern Michigan University in April 2024 and is now in her first year of residency at Great Lakes P&O. She has worked at Great Lakes since November 2020 in both clinical and administrative roles. She currently lives in South Lyon with her fiancé, Clay, and their cat, Dolly.
Clay McKenzie, MSPO, CP
Resident
Office at the Michigan Orthopedic Center
734-528-5200
734-528-5260 (fax)
Clay@greatlakespo.com
Clay began working at Great Lakes in an administrative role in April 2022, and is now completing his residency after graduating with his Master's degree in Orthotics and Prosthetics in April 2024. He enjoys working right next to his fiancée, Kayla, every day.
Ryleh Baugh
Orthotic Fitter
Office at the Michigan Orthopedic Center
734-528-5200
734-528-5260 (fax)
Ryleh@greatlakespo.com
Megan Ewing
Office Manager
Office at the Michigan Orthopedic Center
734-528-5200
734-528-5260 (fax)
Megan@greatlakespo.com
Stefania Pawlicki
Admin
Office at the Michigan Orthopedic Center
734-528-5200
734-528-5260 (fax)
Stefania@greatlakespo.com