Now Fitting Bionic Arms in Atlanta: Meet Ian Reyes, Certified Prosthetist

At the Open Bionics clinic in Atlanta, GA, patients will meet Ian Reyes, a clinician who combines technical skill with genuine care.

Ian studied biomedical engineering at Georgia Tech, where a robotics lab first introduced him to prosthetics. “A robotics lab is where I first saw how prosthetics could change someone’s day,” he said. “My childhood dream was always to be a superhero, and helping others in this unique way makes me feel like I’ve become one.”

That passion led him to earn a Master’s in Prosthetics and Orthotics in Tampa, complete a VA residency in Los Angeles focused on upper-limb care, and work as an orthotist at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. He has also guest lectured at Kennesaw State University’s MSPO program, helping future clinicians learn the field.

“I want to help people do more than they thought possible,” Ian said. “Bionics is where problem solving meets the real world.” His engineering background helps him think creatively when adapting devices and training strategies for each patient. “It’s taught me to prioritize between a patient’s needs and wants and use the tools I have to reach their goals.”

At the clinic, Ian often sees both younger congenital and older traumatic amputees. “A typical first visit usually starts with an introduction and a hands-on look at our products. From there, we’ll take a cast and plan the next steps, usually a test socket fitting and delivery.”

He says what makes Open Bionics unique in Atlanta is its end-to-end approach. “We’re both the clinician and the manufacturer, so there’s no middleman. That keeps costs lower and ensures we have the expertise to fix or adjust anything in-house.”

When he’s not in the clinic, Ian likes to stay active and connected to the city he serves. “I like to read and play video games with friends, but I also enjoy playing pickleball and going to the driving ranges around Atlanta,” he said. “My patients might be surprised to learn I was co-captain of a Bollywood fusion dance team in college.”

Atlanta’s diversity is one of the reasons Ian chose to make it home. “Atlanta can have pieces from everywhere I’ve lived – you have the suburbs, a busy city center, green countryside, and great hiking spots. It’s a hub for people from all around the world.”

That same diversity extends to the amputee community he serves. “They come from all walks of life. I’ve seen toddlers using passive prostheses to help them crawl, veterans from the VA using their lower-limb prostheses, and farmers from the countryside who rely on their devices every day to work.”

Ian’s goals for the year focus on building community and awareness. “I want to establish strong relationships with other providers and increase visibility for the clinic here in Atlanta. I’d like to be another trusted option for patients in the area.”

One of Ian’s patients, a drummer and volunteer music mentor, shares Ian’s drive to empower others. He travels to help differently abled musicians follow their passion. For Ian, working together always reminds him that it’s the best way to achieve a positive outcome.

The Open Bionics Atlanta clinic provides patients across Georgia with access to advanced bionic technology and individualized care. The site is part of a national network focused solely on arm, wrist, and hand prosthetics, providing specialized support from clinicians who specialize in upper limb prosthetics. Appointments are free, every device is custom built, and each is backed by a three-year warranty.

Book your free consultation at the Open Bionics Atlanta clinic and experience the future of bionics with personalized prosthetic care.