Yon Demmink, COF, ROT
Yon graduated in 1977 from Virginia Commonwealth University with a
Bachelor of Science in Marketing with a minor in Communications.
He began his career in medical equipment as a sales
representative and trainer with Cordis Dow Corporation, which
specialized in the sale and service of dialysis equipment and supplies
for patients with end-stage renal disease.
In 1982 he entered the orthopedic arena with selling emerging bone
growth stimulator technology for EBI Medical.
He was then recruited by Stryker Medical in 1986 to market
orthopedic power tools used in joint replacement surgery and orthopedic
video equipment fused in arthroscopic and endoscopic surgery.
He later joined Biomet, Inc. as a sales rep for total joint replacement
and trauma products and received his Registered Orthopedic Technologist
(ROT) certification in 1990. After receiving his ROT he became a
distributor and started a sports medicine and bracing division at
Biomet.
In 1996 he opened his first clinic, which concentrated on arthritis and
sports bracing and received his Certified Orthotic Fitter (COF)
certification in 2001.
"The unloader brace that you fitted me with three years ago has been more than I ever expected. It has enabled me to continue hiking in the Columbia Gorge without problem. Twelve mile hikes are no problem with the brace, but without it, I would not attempt half that amount. Thanks for all of the courtesy and expertise you have extended to me over the past three years. You have me as a client for life."
-- Bob M.
“I really enjoy the newfound confidence that comes with my knee brace. I feel more steady and supported while being active, as well as a sense of enhanced strength and security when dealing with previously joint-straining motions like walking up-and-down steep stairs. I nolonger find myself bracing for the frequent tinge of pain that would
often accompany the movement. Karen and the people at Genesis were very kind, reassuring and courteous. I’m glad I got over the stigma of what having a knee brace at my age means.”
– Aaron, age 35