Lauren Jennings

Orthotist

Female orthotist holding equipment

What do you do?

I work at Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust. I work in a small team and run general clinics as well as a specialist paediatric one. As a team we also visit the specialist schools in our area and take part in a clinic with other healthcare professionals for patients with diabetes. The role is people-centred - you really get to know your patients - but it also requires a sound knowledge of biomechanics and problem-solving skills.

I love seeing children learning to walk and becoming independent, and there’s nothing better than seeing a patient walk out of the clinic with a smile on their face because of something I’ve done.

There’s nothing better than seeing a patient walk out of the clinic with a smile on their face because of something I’ve done.