Kate Chauhan

Clinical Specialist Orthotist

I have been practising as an Orthotist since my qualification in 2002 from the University of Salford. Since then I have worked in highly specialised areas including cranial remoulding, working with the STARband to complete Orthomerica’s Advanced Cranial Training Program awarding me the title of 'STARband Cranial Educator', and debating the treatment of Plagiocephaly as the resident expert on Radio 2's Jeremy Vine show. It is very rewarding to be able to help babies and families at such an important time in their lives.

I have worked for Steeper Group in both NHS community clinics and acute services of Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust supporting children with neurodevelopmental and muscular-skeletal conditions, and I maintain a small caseload of adult patients. I am also involved with the management of chest wall conditions including pectus carinatum and excavatum, scoliosis and craniosynostosis within the NHS and with Steeper Clinic.

I am actively involved in the training of new students and graduates while also supporting existing Orthotists within Steeper through the creation of evidence-based best practice guidelines and online training for treatments that benefit from orthotic management. I have completed an MSc in clinical research and researched the impacts of living with pectus carinatum.

I am passionate about clinical research and have previously acted as chair and vice-chair of the research committee for the British Association of Prosthetists and Orthotists. I actively promote AHP-led research and am involved in a small portfolio of research studies. Presenting at several national and international conferences I share the impact of our care to a wider audience to raise awareness of the conditions that we treat and of the benefits of working with an orthotist.

Will Butterill

Clinical Services Manager

Since graduating with a BSc (Hons) in Prosthetics/Orthotics from Salford University in 2016 and achieving the highest commission in my cohort, I have worked with Steeper and a skilled team of Orthotists in the Mid and East Yorkshire NHS Hospital Trusts. I am dedicated to providing the best possible Orthotic treatment through my skills and knowledge in biomechanics which I continue to develop working across diverse clinics, providing care to adult and paediatric populations with musculoskeletal, neurological, and orthopaedic conditions. 

Prior to pursuing my Prosthetics/Orthotics degree, I completed a BSc (Hons) in Sports Science at the University of Leeds. This foundation has proven instrumental in my approach to addressing the needs of both competitive athletes and recreational sports enthusiasts, particularly for overuse injuries and injury prevention. 

As a registered member of the British Association of Prosthetists and Orthotists (BAPO), and HCPC registered professional, I am committed to ongoing professional development through advanced training and qualifications to remain at the forefront of advancements in the field. As a keen sportsman myself, I play both football and tennis competitively in my free time. I also love the outdoors and spending my weekends with my friends and family.

Barry Campbell

Clinical Services Manager (NE) and Orthotic Training Manager

Since qualifying from Strathclyde University in 1999 with a degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics, I have specialised in biomechanics.  Now, In my role as Orthotic Training Manager at Steeper Group, I have the privilege of educating and shaping the careers of both newly qualified and experienced orthotists. I also serve as an external examiner for the Prosthetics and Orthotics course at Strathclyde University where I contribute to the curriculum and attend final-year examinations. This understanding allows me to tailor the training I provide for Steeper employees by addressing any learning gaps.

In addition to training, I manage the orthotic service at County Durham and Darlington Foundation Trust, where I oversee a team of 4 orthotists providing a full orthotic service provision. In the North East of England, I work as a Private Orthotist, providing a specialised service as a visiting clinician for paediatric physiotherapy services, and adult patients with neurological conditions and complex needs.

In my home life, I am a parent to three boys who keep me active by exercising regularly.

Rhia Kakaiya

Clinical Specialist Orthotist

I graduated with a BSc (Hons) in Prosthetics and Orthotics in 2012. I started my career at Steeper working in East Riding and the Humber NHS Trust, primarily providing Orthotic treatment for children in the community. I then worked as a dual practising Prosthetist/Orthotist at London Imperial College NHS Trust where I gained invaluable problem-solving and technical skills whilst working as a dual practitioner treating various conditions in both prosthetic and orthotic remits, including congenital limb loss.

In 2019, I joined the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Orthotics team, working with adults and children in various clinics, with a particular focus on adults with complex neurological conditions. I am also a placement educator for Leeds orthotics students, have conducted training sessions for other allied health professionals, and presented at the International Society of Prosthetics and Orthotics World Congress in 2013. I am also a STARband certified clinician.

My interests lie in biomechanics at the foot and ankle, especially in neurological conditions and in my free time, I enjoy yoga, cooking, exploring the outdoors, and travelling with my family.

Anya Limbert

Orthotist

I joined Steeper in 2021 after graduating from Salford university with a first class honours in Prosthetics and Orthotics, since joining the team I have had the pleasure of working in a variety of clinics alongside many different Healthcare professionals and specialists. The knowledge I have gained from other members of my team along with the diversity of patient groups I have treaded over the years has helped build my clinical skills to where they are today.

In 2023 I took on the Community Paediatric role in Hull and the surrounding areas, a lot of my clinics are held in specialised schools which I love as it has given me the opportunity to build strong relationships with the kids I treat and their families in environments they feel safe and comfortable in. Being able to see the positive improvements first hand that my orthotic treatment has for the children’s development gives me a great sense of pride and fulfilment. I am looking forward to continuously improving my professional skills so that I can ensure my patients always achieve the best possible outcomes.
 
Joining Kate to work in the Private clinic as part of the cranial remodelling team at Steeper HQ is a huge honour for me and I am looking forward to building my knowledge and experience further in this field since I successfully completing the Orthomerica STARband cranial course and becoming STARband certified.