The Team

Meet the Prostek Team!

Emily Smith

Stephen Cox

SA State Manager & Senior Prosthetist/Orthotist

Stephen studied at La Trobe university and graduated in 1998. He worked clinically as an orthotist in Melbourne before moving to Adelaide in 1999 to work for Prostek. Over the past 26 years, Stephen has gained experience in most facets of Prosthetic and Orthotic client care. In recent years, he has primarily focused on Prosthetic treatment, where he gets great satisfaction working closely with clients and helping them to reach their functional goals.
 
Stephen has been Prostek’s manager since 2004 and loves working with our team of dedicated, professional and fun staff. This creates a warm, friendly atmosphere for clients to feel comfortable in. Stephen’s interests away from work include spending time with his family and dogs, as well as being active and keeping fit. He has a has a keen interest in many sports.
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Claire Jessup

Assistant Manager / Senior Prosthetist/Orthotist

Claire completed a Bachelor of Biomedical Engineering specialising in Biomechanics in 2011 at The University of Melbourne. Her final year project involved working with the International Committee of the Red Cross developing a low-cost prosthetic foot for developing countries. This sparked a keen interest in prosthetics and orthotics, and she went on to complete a Master’s of Prosthetics and Orthotics in 2013 after entering as a GEM student.
 
She moved to Adelaide in 2013 to start her first full time job as a clinical orthotist prosthetist at Prostek and has been there ever since. Claire has been fortunate enough to work in both prosthetics and orthotics and enjoys having a varied clinical load. She does have a soft spot for prosthetics and revels in the continuously advancing technology and trying new things, including microprocessor and myoelectric technology. Outside of work Claire enjoys spending time outdoors with her partner and their border collie Riley.
 

 

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Derrick Fu

Senior Prosthetist/Orthotist

Derrick is a dedicated Prosthetist and Orthotist based in South Australia since 2015. Graduating with a Master
 
Committed to patient-centred care and optimizing patient outcomes, Derrick also holds a strong interest in student education. He has acquired extensive experience throughout South Australia, serving in hospitals and rehabilitation facilities. Beyond professional pursuits, Derrick finds enjoyment in spending time with his dog, Basil, driving through the Adelaide Hills and fishing
 

 


 

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Yvette Marchant

Senior Prosthetist/Orthotist

Yvette graduated from La Trobe University with a Bachelor of Prosthetics and Orthotics (Honours) in 1997 and was the recipient of the Hans Georg Nader prize for her Honours project. She also completed a Master of Business Administration (Advanced) at the University of Adelaide in 2002.
 
Yvette moved to Adelaide for her first professional role in 1998 and has worked in public and private facilities in a range of roles in both orthotics and prosthetics. After a break from the profession when her children were small, she has returned to part-time clinical practice at Prostek, with the rest of her time dedicated to a national role for OAPL Clinical Services in Customer Experience. Outside of work, she enjoys creative pursuits of all kinds, spending quality time with her husband and “kidults,” and dreaming of tiny houses.

 

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Kaitlin Fisher

Senior Prosthetist/Orthotist

Kaitlin graduated from La Trobe University in 2014 with a Bachelor of Health Sciences and a Master of Clinical Prosthetics and Orthotics. She has dedicated 9 years to advancing patient care at Prostek and has developed a sound clinical background. At Prostek, Kaitlin specialises in both prosthetics and orthotics, leveraging her knowledge to cater to a diverse clientele. She particularly enjoys working with paediatric and neuromuscular clients, striving to achieve optimal outcomes and improve quality of life. She relishes problem-solving and collaboratively overcoming challenges with clients to deliver great outcomes.
 
Beyond her professional commitments, Kaitlin has a passion for exploring culinary delights at new food spots and spending time with family, friends and her labrador. An avid enthusiast of wineries and travel, she seeks to enrich her life with new and memorable experiences.

 

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Bridie Harris

Senior Prosthetist/Orthotist

Bridie graduated from Latrobe University in 2009 with a Bachelor of Prosthetics and Orthotics, and has been employed at Prostek since 2010.  She enjoys the diversity of working in both prosthetic and orthotic fields, and especially enjoys working with children.
 
Bridie's clinical practice is focussed on providing high quality care for the best functional outcomes possible.  She prioritises integrating patient goals into treatment plans so that clients receive individualised and optimised care.
 
Outside of work Bridie leads a busy life with her husband, two children and two dogs in the Adelaide Hills, where she enjoys gardening, socialising with her friends and spending time with family.

 

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Shannon Patton

Senior Prosthetist/Orthotist

Shannon graducated from LaTrobe University Melbourne in 2015 with a Bachelor's in Health Science and Masters in Clinical Prosthetics and Orthotics.
 
After her graduating, Shannon moved to South Australia to work in the public sector where she gained experience in paediatrics and rehabilitation in both prosthetics and orthotics. She joined the Prostek team in early 2023 and has enjoyed working with the friendly and experienced team. In her own time, Shannon enjoys baking, pottery and staying active by going on hikes and pilates.

 

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Chloe Deckert

Prosthetist/Orthotist

Chloe graduated from the University of the Sunshine Coast (USC) in 2022 with a Bachelor of Health Science and Extended Major in Prosthetics and Orthotics. She started with the team at Prostek initially as a final year university student and began professional work as a Graduate Prosthetist/Orthotist in 2023 following successful completion of her studies.

Chloe decided to pursue this career because every day it provides a great balance between patient interactions, hands-on work, and the ability to help people reach their goals. She enjoys being a part of a highly skilled P&O team, gaining experience to expand her knowledge and skills to provide the best service for her clients. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, outdoor adventures (especially when it is sunny) and baking, which often makes its way into the staff kitchen for all to enjoy.

Emily Smith

Emily Smith

Graduate Prosthetist/Orthotist

Emily graduated with a Bachelor of Prosthetics and Orthotics (Honours) from La Trobe University in 2024 and is a Graduate Prosthetist/Orthotist working at Prostek in 2025.

She loves the field of Prosthetics and Orthotics because it combines her interest in healthcare and working closely with clients and other clinicians to make a meaningful difference. Emily chose this profession because of the unique opportunity to build long-term relationships with clients and complete practical tasks to support them in regaining or maintaining independence and achieving their goals.

Outside of work, Emily enjoys spending time with family and friends, exploring new restaurants, attending live music events, going to the beach, and participating in surf lifesaving.

Contact Us

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2 William Street, Mile End South, South Australia 5031
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